What You'll Offer
- Typical experience: 10+ 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.
- Significant experience in Enterprise or complex B2B sales with quota responsibility.
- Demonstrated ability to close large, multi-stakeholder deals.
- Strong executive presence and strategic selling capability.
- Experience navigating procurement, compliance, or regulated buying environments.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: University degree preferred.
Experience selling into Government or highly regulated industries.
Experience managing long-cycle, high-value transactions.
Advanced training in structured sales methodologies.
The OTE for this role is $250,000 and will vary based on a wide range of factors including location, experience, qualifications and team.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and involves frequent use of a computer and other standard office equipment. It also requires effective communication in person and through digital channels, occasional movement within the workspace, and handling of light materials (typically under 10 pounds). Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. It may be performed in an office, remote, or hybrid work environment, depending on business needs and applicable work arrangements. Standard working hours apply, though flexibility may be required to accommodate deadlines or collaboration across time zones. Travel may be required depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Title Regulations Statement: The use of the title “Manager or Director” as a suffix in job title reflects functional or project responsibility and does not indicate people management or supervisory responsibilities. The role is classified as an individual contributor position. The title aligns with internal job architecture and may not imply managerial status as defined under local labor or employment regulations.
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Cision Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
130 E Randolph Street, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL, United States, 60601
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