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Account Executive - Backstage

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Spotify

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-4+ years in B2B sales, a track record of exceeding targets, and experience with technical partners. Strong communication, negotiation skills, and organization are essential.
  • You will identify new business opportunities, lead sales pipelines, exceed revenue targets, engage clients, present case studies, gather feedback, and collaborate with internal teams for client success.

Requirements

  • You have 2-4+ years of experience in a sales role, preferably in SaaS, developer platforms, or cloud services.
  • Consistent track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in a B2B environment.
  • Experience selling to technical partners (e.g., CTOs, developers, DevOps teams) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with software development, DevOps tools, or developer ecosystems.
  • Ability to understand and communicate the technical benefits of Backstage to non-technical partners.
  • Experience with enterprise software or platform sales is helpful.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent negotiation and closing skills.
  • High level of organization, with the ability to prioritize multiple clients and priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities for Backstage. This is a “Hunter” role.
  • Develop and lead a robust sales pipeline, including outreach, proposals, and negotiations.
  • Achieve and exceed revenue targets on a monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering an extraordinary client experience.
  • Present case studies and success stories to show the impact of Backstage.
  • Capture feedback from clients and collaborate with internal teams to ensure product improvements align with customer needs.
  • Understand and articulate how Backstage can solve key developer experience challenges.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure seamless integration of Backstage for clients.
  • Collaborate with customer success and technical support teams to ensure clients’ long-term success and retention.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Account Executive role for Backstage?

The primary focus is to drive revenue growth by building strong relationships with clients and understanding their technical needs related to Backstage.

What industries will I be working with as an Account Executive?

You will be working with businesses across various industries that are interested in adopting and integrating Backstage.

What are the key responsibilities of the Account Executive?

Key responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, developing a sales pipeline, achieving revenue targets, acting as the primary point of contact for clients, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Is this a sales-focused position?

Yes, this is a "Hunter" role focused on identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for Backstage.

What level of experience is required for this role?

The role requires 2-4+ years of experience in a sales role, preferably in SaaS, developer platforms, or cloud services.

Are technical knowledge and skills important for this role?

Yes, familiarity with software development, DevOps tools, or developer ecosystems is important, as you'll need to understand and communicate the technical benefits of Backstage.

Where is the Account Executive position located?

The position is based out of our London office.

What type of clients will I interact with?

You will interact primarily with technical partners, such as CTOs, developers, and DevOps teams.

What are the expected outcomes for this role in terms of sales performance?

You are expected to achieve and exceed revenue targets on a monthly and quarterly basis.

Will I be working with other teams?

Yes, collaboration with product, marketing, customer success, and technical support teams is essential to ensure clients have a flawless experience and long-term success.

Passionate music fans. Innovative tech pros. Perfect harmony. Join our band.

Entertainment & Media
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Spotify is a transformative music streaming platform that has revolutionised the way people listen to music. Their mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by providing a platform for over a million artists to earn a living from their art while offering billions of fans the opportunity to enjoy and be inspired by it. With a vast library of over 50 million tracks, users can discover, manage, and share music for free, or upgrade to Spotify Premium for an enhanced experience, including offline mode, improved sound quality, and an ad-free listening experience. As the most popular global audio streaming service, Spotify's innovative model has become the largest revenue driver for the music industry, supporting artists and reshaping the music ecosystem.

Culture & Values

  • Innovative

    We move fast and take big risks

  • Sincere

    We have no time for internal politics

  • Passionate

    We revel in what we do

  • Collaborative

    We recognise that we're all in this together

  • Playful

    We don't take ourselves too seriously

Benefits

  • Extensive learning opportunities

    Through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.

  • Flexible share incentives

    Letting you choose how you share in our success.

  • Global parental leave

    Six months off - fully paid - for all new parents.

  • All The Feels

    Our employee assistance program and self-care hub.

  • Flexible public holidays

    Swap days off according to your values and beliefs.