Account Executive – Enterprise, SLED

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Account Executive responsible for expanding Freshworks’ footprint in Higher Education institutions. Collaborating with stakeholders to deliver ITSM and EX solutions to enhance productivity.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop tailored ITSM and EX strategies for Higher Education clients, demonstrating how Freshworks’ solutions optimize productivity and enhance faculty and staff engagement.
  • Collaborate with diverse decision-makers, including administrators, IT leaders, and HR departments, to address unique challenges within Higher Education institutions and deliver impactful outcomes.
  • Build, maintain, and execute a robust sales pipeline, ensuring consistent progress through medium- to long-term sales cycles tailored to the Higher Education sector.
  • Create and present compelling value propositions that align with institutional goals, priorities, and budgets.
  • Partner with Marketing, Solutions Engineers, and Customer Success teams to create seamless, end-to-end experiences for prospects and clients in the Higher Education vertical.

Requirements:

  • 5–8 years of proven success in SaaS enterprise sales, with strong experience in ITSM and EX solution selling.
  • Prior experience selling to Higher Education institutions is a strong plus.
  • Advanced knowledge of SaaS platforms and their role in driving institutional efficiency.
  • Hands-on experience with ITSM solutions and EX platforms designed to improve faculty and staff productivity and engagement.
  • Mastery in solution selling and pipeline management.
  • Strong analytical abilities to assess customer needs and provide tailored recommendations.

Benefits:

  • Freshworks offers multiple options for dental, medical, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Equity + ESPP, flexible PTO, flexible spending, commuter benefits and wellness benefits are also offered.
  • Freshworks also offers adoption and parental leave benefits.