Hybrid Account Manager – French Speaking

at Meltwater

• Job title: Account Manager – French Speaking
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: CA$61,000 - CA$65,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Toronto, Canada

About the role

• Account Manager II at Meltwater responsible for managing and growing SaaS customer accounts, driving renewals and strategic account growth with a focus on customer retention.

Responsibilities

• Manage, renew, and foster growth within assigned accounts following their transition from the Client Acquisition team.
• Focus on driving sustainable, long-term growth while overseeing renewals, leveraging support from the Customer Success and Renewals teams.
• Develop customized account plans and strategies aimed at optimizing customer retention and stimulating account growth.
• Identify and actively pursue expansion opportunities within accounts, including upselling and cross-selling initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with the Customer Success team to drive ongoing engagement and utilization of our solutions.
• Partner with Renewals Representatives to ensure robust account retention and skillfully negotiate pricing agreements.
• Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with key stakeholders within assigned accounts, driving both engagement and satisfaction.
• Monitor customer usage patterns to inform strategic renewal and product expansion approaches.
• Implement proactive sales processes to effectively counter competitive threats during renewal negotiations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or higher is preferred for this role, empowering you to demonstrate your academic prowess and contribute effectively.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is required, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• A minimum of 4 years tenure in account management is desired, with an established track record in account management, growth, and renewals, within the software or SaaS domain.
• Strong strategic thinking and execution capabilities, with a focus on customer retention and growth.
• Ability to develop effective account plans and strategies aligned with customer goals.
• A proactive approach to identifying and driving expansion opportunities within accounts.
• Refined communication and collaboration abilities to seamlessly engage with both the Client Success and Renewals teams, fostering a synergistic environment for mutual achievement.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving growth targets and customer satisfaction.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to embrace the best of both worlds with our hybrid work schedule.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
• Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.