Experienced Account Executive - Travel Payments for Airlines - Remote Working Opportunity with Unlimited Career Growth

Unlock Your Potential as a Trailblazing Account Executive in Travel Payments

Are you a driven and ambitious sales professional looking to elevate your career in the travel payments industry? Do you have a proven track record of success in selling payment-based solutions to airlines and travel providers? If so, we have an extraordinary opportunity for you to join a pioneering startup as an Account Executive - Travel Payments - Airlines, working remotely from the UK.

About the Company: Revolutionizing Travel Payments

Our client is a groundbreaking startup that's transforming the travel payments landscape with an innovative solution that enables consumers to split payments before transactions take place. This game-changing approach not only enhances the payments experience for consumers but also empowers merchants to improve their checkout experience and reduce cart abandonment. With over $1M in funding secured to date and a team of 10 people, this business is poised for rapid growth and scaling, driven by a people-first approach.

The Role: Driving Sales Success in Travel Payments

As an experienced Account Executive - Travel Payments - Airlines, you will play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end sales cycle, from prospecting and selling the value proposition to running negotiations, contracts, and closing deals. You will be a true hunter with a proven track record of success in selling payment-based solutions within the travel sector, preferably to airlines. Your established network will be a significant asset in this role, enabling you to engage with key decision-makers and drive revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to closing deals, and maintain a strong pipeline of potential clients.
• Develop and execute a sales strategy to drive revenue growth and expand the company's customer base within the travel industry.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at airlines and travel providers.
• Negotiate contracts and closing deals, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure a seamless sales process and exceptional customer experience.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop plans to pursue them.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activity, providing insights to inform sales strategies.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

• A proven track record of selling payment-based solutions within the travel sector, preferably to airlines.
• Demonstrated experience in managing the end-to-end sales cycle, from prospecting to closing deals.
• A proactive mindset with a willingness to share ideas, implement new processes, and continuously learn.
• Experience working within a startup or scale-up environment, or a demonstrated ability to adapt to this culture.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• A strong network within the travel industry, with established relationships with key decision-makers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A background in sales within the fintech or payments industry.
• Experience with sales enablement tools and CRM software.
• A proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits:

This role offers unlimited opportunities for career growth and professional development. As a key member of the sales team, you will have the chance to introduce new processes, progress into a Head of Sales role, and continue to scale the department. You may even have the opportunity to progress to Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), providing a clear path for advancement and career progression.

Work Environment and Company Culture:

Our client operates with a people-first approach, fostering a culture that encourages ideas, flexibility, and diversity. The company is committed to ensuring a productive, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment, whether you work remotely, in a hybrid setup, or from the office. Everyone in the business is aligned around the mission and works collaboratively to achieve it, with a wealth of knowledge sharing and peer-to-peer learning.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits:

The compensation package for this role includes:

• A competitive base salary (£70,000 - £90,000).
• Uncapped commission opportunities.
• 30 days of paid time off (PTO) plus bank holidays.
• EMI Options scheme.
• Team social events.
• Employee contribution pension.

Join a Thriving Team and Shape the Future of Travel Payments

If you're a motivated and ambitious sales professional looking to join a pioneering startup and drive the future of travel payments, we encourage you to apply now. With a competitive compensation package, unlimited career growth opportunities, and a people-first culture, this role offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact and achieve your professional goals.

Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that's revolutionizing the travel payments industry. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career as an Account Executive - Travel Payments - Airlines.