Description

Would you like to own driving revenue and customer engagements for a leader in the Cloud Computing business? Would you like to be part of a rapidly growing team focused on increasing adoption of Amazon Web Services (AWS) by engaging with financial services organizations?

Not-for-profit financial services organizations, like credit unions, pension funds and mutual insurance organizations, are rapidly adopting AWS as part of their mission-impacting business strategies. They are leveraging AWS to modernize member experiences, deliver AI solutions, and migrate legacy infrastructure.

Do you have the sales experience, financial services background and customer relationships to help further establish AWS as a leading cloud platform provider to this important customer base?

As an Account Executive with AWS, you will have the exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver on a strategy that focuses on customer success, building mind share and driving broad use of Amazon’s utility computing services with Tier 2 & Tier 3 financial services organizations.

The ideal candidate will have sales and/or consulting experience within this market, a strong understanding of segment-specific challenges, strong relationships within the customer base, and the consulting and SaaS partner community that serves this market.

The Account Executive will be a strong analytical thinker who thrives in fast-paced dynamic environments, has a strong technical interest, and a passion for financial services. They should be a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute an account coverage plan with aggressive revenue targets. A background that includes strategic engagement at the CxO level and with IT leadership and architects, will be critical to success.

Key job responsibilities

Drive revenue and market share in a defined territory and within the credit union or financial services industry

Meet or exceed quarterly revenue targets.

Develop and execute against a comprehensive account/territory plan.

Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services specific to the CxO level.

Accelerate customer adoption.

Maintain a robust sales pipeline.

Work with partners to extend reach & drive adoption.

Manage contract negotiations.

Develop long-term strategic relationships with key accounts.

Ensure customer satisfaction.

Expect moderate travel.

About the team

Our team puts a high value on work-life balance. Striking a healthy balance between your personal and professional life is crucial to your happiness and success here, which is why we aren’t focused on how many hours you spend at work or online. Instead, we’re happy to offer a flexible schedule so you can have a more productive and well-balanced life—both in and outside of work.

Basic Qualifications

• 10+ years of direct sales or business development in software, cloud or SaaS markets selling to C-level executives experience

• 7+ years of experience in the financial services industry (banking/credit unions, payments, capital markets or insurance)

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of building profitable partner ecosystems experience

• Experience developing detailed go to market plans

• Experience working in a financial services organization, either front-office or back-office

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128,600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. This position is eligible for variable pay via a sales compensation plan. These plans pay according to achievement level against sales targets and/or business objectives. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.