Account Manager II
About the role
We're seeking an attentive Account Manager with SaaS experience to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll manage, renew, and drive growth for our valued accounts, nurturing existing client relationships and maximizing their potential. Meltwater offers a voyage towards personal and professional advancement in an atmosphere that nurtures skills, encourages mentorship, and champions inclusive leadership practices. You'll interact with experienced account managers and resilient leaders dedicated to supporting your growth journey within a diverse community that honors individual contributions.
Responsibilities
- Manage, renew, and foster growth within assigned accounts following their transition from the Client Acquisition team.
- Drive sustainable, long-term growth while overseeing renewals, leveraging support from the Customer Success and Renewals teams.
- Develop customized account plans and strategies to optimize customer retention and stimulate account growth.
- Identify and pursue expansion opportunities within accounts, including upselling and cross-selling initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Customer Success team to drive ongoing engagement and utilization of our solutions.
- Partner with Renewals Representatives to ensure robust account retention and negotiate pricing agreements.
- Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders within assigned accounts, driving engagement and satisfaction.
- Monitor customer usage patterns to inform strategic renewal and product expansion approaches.
- Implement proactive sales processes to counter competitive threats during renewal negotiations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred).
- Minimum of 3 years in account management with a proven track record in account growth and renewals within the software or SaaS domain.
- Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities focused on customer retention and growth.
- Ability to develop effective account plans aligned with customer goals.
- Proactive approach to identifying and driving expansion opportunities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Willingness to work in a hybrid schedule (3 days a week in the office).
- Legal authorization to work in the country of hire.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Paid Time Off and generous paid & unpaid leave policies.
- 401K matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans.
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision options.
- Collaborative, transparent, and fun-loving office culture.
- Accelerated professional development and growth programs.
Pay
For this role, the base salary range is $75,000–$90,000 USD. The expected On-Target Earnings (OTE) range is $125,000–$150,000, inclusive of base salary and performance-based variable pay. Actual offers are determined based on job-related skills, experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location. We benchmark roles against external market data and use structured leveling frameworks to ensure fairness and consistency.
Schedule
This role follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring you to be in the office 3 days a week. The anticipated start date is September 2026.