Jobs · Business Development · Illinois

Account Manager

Cision · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time

What you'll do

  • Own and deliver expansion ARR and renewal outcomes within assigned accounts.
  • Identify, qualify, and close upsell and cross-sell opportunities aligned to customer value and portfolio fit.
  • Lead renewal strategy and execution, ensuring retention and appropriate pricing discipline.
  • Manage a high-volume install base using structured outreach, automation tools, and defined engagement cadences.
  • Execute shorter sales cycles across transactional to moderate complexity opportunities.
  • Build account plans focused on wallet-share growth and product adoption.
  • Maintain accurate forecasting and CRM documentation for expansion and renewal pipeline.
  • Cook up cross-functional engagement with CX, Product, and Solutions teams while retaining commercial ownership.
  • Transition accounts requiring higher complexity handling to appropriate segment leaders when applicable.

What you'll bring

  • Extensive knowledge and application of principles, theories and concepts.
  • Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices, techniques and standards.
  • Determine the best approach to achieve results and provide suggestions to improve policies and procedures.
  • Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion.
  • Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments.
  • Work may be reviewed at a high level.
  • May represent the organization as primary contact on assignments and/or projects.
  • Interacts with senior professionals and management and frequently coordinates work between departments or organizations.
  • Actions may impact on the organization. Failure to accomplish work will result in the inability to reach crucial organizational goals. Erroneous decisions may have a prolonged effect resulting in the expenditure of substantial resources.

What you'll give

  • Typical experience: 5+ years in related role or experience.
  • Actual experience may vary depending on role complexity, geography, and internal development opportunities or a comparable mix of training, education, and experience.
  • Experience in account management, commercial growth, or expansion-focused sales roles.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage recurring revenue relationships.
  • Strong discovery and value articulation skills.
  • Experience using CRM systems and structured sales methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Education: University degree preferred.
  • Experience managing high-volume account portfolios.
  • Experience in subscription-based or recurring revenue environments.
  • Familiarity with renewal and expansion sales frameworks.

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