Senior Brand Account Manager at WP Engine

London, England, United Kingdom

WP Engine Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Web Hosting, eCommerceIndustries

Requirements

  • Ability to generate, qualify and execute on opportunities in order to exceed revenue targets
  • Minimum 4+ years of closing experience with a successful track record of meeting or exceeding assigned individual quota
  • Ability to articulate a compelling vision that resonates with the customer and demonstrates value
  • Through a consultative sales approach, uncover customer needs and match appropriate solutions
  • Build long-lasting relationships based upon trust with multiple customer executives and position WP Engine as a strategic partner
  • Possess a deep understanding of business practices, industry trends and competitors
  • Self-motivated and thrive working in a dynamic environment
  • Demonstrate passion and energy with both customers and colleagues
  • Effectively build and articulate return on investment in the negotiation process to bring the utmost value to both the customer

Responsibilities

  • Maintain strong relationships with your client portfolio including regular account reviews to ensure they are deriving maximum value
  • Develop growth strategies to increase your book of business in line with the EMEA financial plan
  • Think of ways to retain and grow your clients' business long after they’re signed up
  • Build, maintain, and close pipeline to consistently exceed quota
  • Support clients with proposals, RFIs/RFPs, and training sessions
  • Work closely with the solution engineering team to ensure the best technical fit for the clients' needs
  • Be responsible for your business and forecasting accurately through effective use of Salesforce.com
  • Coordinate with our EMEA leadership team to win business
  • Follow WP Engine’s consultative sales process (Sandler sales methodology)
  • Regularly provide timely and accurate deal updates to management and executives

Skills

Account Management
Client Relationship Management
Revenue Quota Achievement
Sales Pipeline Management
Territory Management
WordPress
Growth Strategies
Client Retention

WP Engine

Provides fully-managed WordPress hosting services

About WP Engine

WP Engine offers WordPress hosting services that manage all technical aspects of running a WordPress site, allowing clients to focus on their core business. They provide various subscription plans starting at $15 per month and have a WordPress Agency Partner Program for agencies to manage multiple clients. A standout feature is the Page Speed Boost service, which enhances website load times and performance. WP Engine's goal is to be a reliable partner for WordPress hosting by combining hosting, performance optimization, and development tools.

Austin, TexasHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$282.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Company Stock Options
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Fertility Treatment Support
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Company Match
Disability Insurance
Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Home Office Stipend
Hybrid Work Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Pet Insurance
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Legal battle with Automattic may cause financial and reputational damage.
Ban from WordPress.org limits access to essential WordPress resources.
Criticism from Matt Mullenweg could lead to a loss of customers.

Differentiation

WP Engine offers specialized platforms for Managed and Headless WordPress solutions.
The company provides developer-centric tools like Local and Advanced Custom Fields.
WP Engine's Page Speed Boost enhances website performance and search engine rankings.

Upsides

Growing demand for headless CMS solutions boosts WP Engine's market potential.
AI-driven optimization tools create opportunities for enhanced performance features.
Remote work trends increase the need for secure web hosting solutions.

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