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Account Executive - Central Government

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Sales & Business Development
Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Posted on Apr 9, 2026

Description

We're looking for a driven and strategic Named Account Executive to join our Public Sector Central sales team. In this role, you'll own a defined portfolio of central government and public sector accounts, building deep relationships and driving digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pipeline development to negotiation and close — for a named set of central government accounts

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, procurement leads, and agency decision-makers

  • Develop and execute account plans aligned to each agency's mission and strategic priorities

  • Partner with Solution Engineers, Customer Success, and Professional Services to deliver compelling proposals and demos

  • Navigate complex procurement processes, including RFPs, RFIs, and government contract vehicles (e.g., MEPA, SDAPA, Consip Frameworks, etc.)

  • Accurately forecast pipeline and revenue in CRM on a weekly basis

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, alliances, and channel partners to grow your territory

  • Stay current on public sector trends, policy changes, and agency priorities to position solutions effectively

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of B2B enterprise software or SaaS sales experience, with at least 2 years selling into government or public sector accounts

  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding quota in complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles

  • Experience navigating government procurement processes and contract vehicles

  • Strong executive presence with excellent communication and presentation skills

  • Ability to build a business case and articulate ROI to both technical and non-technical audiences

  • Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple accounts simultaneously

  • Familiarity with CRM tools (Salesforce experience is a plus!)

  • Nice to Have

  • Existing relationships within federal, state, or local government agencies

  • Experience selling cloud, AI, or data/analytics solutions

  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks relevant to the public sector (FedRAMP, FISMA, CMMC, etc.)

What You'll Get

  • Competitive base salary + uncapped commission

  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

  • Flexible work environment

  • Access to world-class enablement, training, and career development resources

  • The opportunity to make a real impact on how government agencies serve their constituents