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WP Engine empowers companies and agencies of all sizes to build, power, manage, and optimize their WordPress websites and applications with confidence. Serving 1.5 million customers across 150+ countries, the global technology company provides premium, enterprise-grade solutions, tools, and services, including specialized platforms for WordPress, industry-tailored eCommerce and agency solution suites, and developer-centric tools like Local, Advanced Custom Fields, and more. WP Engine’s innovative technology and industry-leading expertise are why 8% of the web visits a WP Engine-powered site daily. Learn more at wpengine.com.
What's Cool About This Job?
As an Agency Account Executive, you work with a variety of different agencies and brand end clients in helping them achieve their online strategy. You will develop agencies into both growing customers as well as channel partners who will refer you business, becoming a sales team for you. You will uncover opportunities for growth in existing accounts by understanding and anticipating client needs based on data. You will achieve your revenue quota each month through detailed territory management and high levels of client engagement. You'll connect with Owner, Director and VP-level marketing and IT professionals to demonstrate how our unique solution can achieve their business goals. A core pillar of WP Engine’s strategy is to “be the WordPress partner of choice for web technologies leaders and agencies of all sizes.” We do this by building positive digital experiences for our clients delivering on our promise to help them win online.
The Day to Day:
Developing growth strategies to increase your book of business in line with the EMEA financial plan.
Thinking of ways to retain and grow your clients' business long after they’re signed up.
Building, maintaining, and closing pipeline to consistently exceed quota.
Supporting clients with proposals, RFIs/RFPs, and training sessions.
Working closely with the solution engineering team to ensure the best technical fit for the clients' needs.
Be responsible for your business and forecasting accurately through effective use of Salesforce.com.
You love setting up and presenting application demos for prospective clients
Coordinating with our EMEA leadership team to win business.
Following WP Engine’s consultative sales process.
Regularly provide timely and accurate deal updates to management and executives.
You have excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills. Working with prospects to close deals.
You are a standout colleague, with a positive attitude.
Your Expertise and Passion:
Ability to generate, qualify and execute on opportunities in order to exceed revenue targets.
4+ years of direct sales experience with a successful track record of meeting or exceeding assigned individual quota.
Ability to articulate a compelling vision that resonates with the customer and demonstrates value.
Through a consultative sales approach, you will uncover customer needs and match appropriate solutions.
Build long-lasting relationships based upon trust with multiple customer executives and position WP Engine as a strategic partner.
Possess a deep understanding of business practices, industry trends and competitors.
To be successful in this role you will be self-motivated and thrive working in a dynamic environment.
Demonstrate passion and energy with both customers and colleagues.
Effectively build and articulate return on investment in the negotiation process to bring the utmost value to both the customer.
The Perks and Benefits:
Company Stock Options (Every employee is an owner in the company)
Health Benefits (100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental, and Vision)
Pension Scheme with a match
Life Insurance and Income Protection (100% Paid)
Supplemental Maternity & Paternity Pay and Caregiver’s Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Vacation Time (Who doesn’t like time off)
One-time £390 Home Office Stipend
Monthly wellness allowance via ThrivePass
Company Wellness Days
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At WP Engine, we strive to have the broadest possible view of diversity, going beyond visible differences to include the background, experiences, skills, and perspectives that make each person unique. WP Engine is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
WP Engine London, England Office
22-30 Dukes Place, London, United Kingdom, EC3A 7LP
