[Remote] SMB Sales Account Executive

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Block is a company focused on increasing access to the global economy through technology, and they are seeking an Account Executive to grow their UK business. This role involves evaluating and introducing the value of Square to SMB merchants, overseeing the sales cycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure customer success. Responsibilities Evaluate and introduce the value of Square to SMB merchants within the UK Oversee the sales cycle from prospecting to close Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful onboarding for your customers Build a keen understanding of your pipeline and the necessary sales activities in order to achieve and exceed sales targets Demonstrate strong customer intuition and take a consultative approach to every conversation Partner with Product and Marketing teams to ensure Square is meeting the unique needs of the UK market Collaborate with your team to both replicate successes across the team and to identify opportunities for improvement that drive impact Utilize your prior sales experience to get off the ground running with a creative pipeline strategy Skills 1-4 years of experience in a qualifying or prospecting role A BA/BS degree or relevant experience Experience or an interest in helping SMB sellers An understanding of the importance of value-selling A track record of exceeding sales targets A structured thought process with the ability to assess business opportunities and read prospective buyers The ability to gather support from internal experts and external partners to position Square against our competitors Genuine curiosity about people, business, and can inspire this passion in others Interest in seeking out and implementing feedback, and dedication to the improvement of your craft Tenacity and an ability to adapt to new situations quickly and think on your feet Excellent collaboration and communication skills that help you connect with customers by email and phone to establish trust and credibility The ability to drive deals independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Business development experience (e.g. hunting and cold calling) A collaborative and team player mentality Prior Salesforce experience or equivalent Benefits Remote work Medical insurance Flexible time off Retirement savings plans Modern family planning Company Overview Block is a technology company with a focus on financial services. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https//block.xyz. Apply To This Job

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