Strategic Account Executive 4
WFA Digital Insight
As demand for cloud communications specialists grew 27% in 2025, companies like Twilio are seeking skilled account executives to drive revenue and customer satisfaction. With a strong background in sales and analytics, candidates can thrive in this remote role. Twilio's commitment to remote-first work and global inclusion makes it an attractive option for those seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment. Before applying, candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in managing complex customer relationships and driving business growth.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Strategic Account Executive at Twilio, you will be responsible for leading relationships with growth and mid-market Communications platform customers. You will drive highly analytical and consultative sales cycles with customers that are running large scale, global, competitively sourced, compliance-heavy, use case-specific businesses. Your success will depend on building deep partnerships across product management, finance, support, and operations.The role of a Strategic Account Executive is critical in driving revenue and customer satisfaction. You will be working closely with cross-functional teams to identify new revenue opportunities and develop account strategies that meet customer needs. With a strong focus on customer success, you will be responsible for managing and expanding key customer accounts and driving business growth.
Twilio is a remote-first company, and as such, you will be working in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment. You will be part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences, making a global impact each day. With a strong culture of connection and global inclusion, Twilio is an attractive option for those seeking a challenging and rewarding career.
What You Will Do
- Manage and expand key Regulated Verticals customer accounts
- Develop, drive, and execute account strategy to consistently deliver strong revenue, gross margin, and gross profit results
- Partner closely with other Twilio teams to identify new revenue opportunities within your Regulated Verticals account portfolio
- Serve on a cross-functional account team with representatives from product, finance, support, and services teams
- Run a disciplined forecast, consistently achieve goals, and present guidance to executive management
- Run highly consultative sales cycles with our largest customers with a focus on deep discovery, listening to customer needs and being an effective champion for their point of view in the organization
- Generate and maintain an accurate sales pipeline and forecast utilizing our CRM, Salesforce
- Stay current with industry changes and collaborate with your team and peers to learn and share best practices
- Develop and maintain a deep understanding of Twilio's products and services
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities with existing customers
What We Are Looking For
- 8 years of sales experience, with a minimum of 3 years dedicated to major account or strategic sales
- Expertise in managing or leading quantitative, highly analytical products and solutions for customers
- Strong understanding of the cloud communications industry and its trends
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Salesforce and Excel
- Experience working with large scale, global, competitively sourced, compliance-heavy, use case-specific businesses
- Strong business acumen and understanding of financial metrics
Nice to Have
- Experience working in a remote-first company
- Knowledge of the Communications platform industry
- Experience with AI-powered sales tools
- Certification in sales or a related field
- Experience working with cross-functional teams
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Access to the latest technology and tools
- Comprehensive health and wellness programs
- Generous PTO and holiday package
- Retirement savings plan and equity options
- Remote work stipend and home office setup support
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to showcase your expertise in managing complex customer relationships and driving business growth.
- Highlight your experience with Salesforce and Excel, and be ready to provide examples of how you have used these tools to drive sales success.
- Demonstrate your understanding of the cloud communications industry and its trends, and be prepared to discuss how you can leverage this knowledge to drive revenue and customer satisfaction.
- Emphasize your ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and your experience working with cross-functional teams.
- Be prepared to provide examples of your analytical and problem-solving skills, and how you have used these skills to drive business success.
- Show your passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and driving business growth, and be prepared to discuss how you can make a positive impact at Twilio.
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