Scaled Account Executive, Startups

Who we are

About Stripe

Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies—from the world's largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups—use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career.

About the team

The Account Executive, Existing Business team is a consultative sales team that is responsible for the growth and retention of the largest and fastest-growing Startup and SMB customers at Stripe. As an Account Executive, Existing Business team member, you'll identify new opportunities for our clients to get the most out of Stripe by understanding our clients' needs, execute scaled sales strategies to close upsells and renewals with existing Stripe customers, and drive end-to-end campaigns to increase adoption of Stripe products.

What you'll do

As a Scaled AE, Existing Business, you'll work with some of our highest potential accounts that are still early in their growth. We're looking for a well-rounded strategic operator who can build strong relationships with Stripe users, manage projects to engage with customers at scale, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

This is a dynamic role, evolving rapidly. If you're hungry, persistent, adaptable, and a great teammate, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Run scaled campaigns to drive product adoption and manage the full sales cycle through to close
• Manage contract renewals and lead commercial negotiations to retain and grow revenue • Solve complex client needs working across product, billing, risk, and operations teams
• Partner with marketing to drive pipeline

Who you are

We're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum requirements

• 2 years of experience in a client-facing role, preferably with commercial targets in a high-growth tech organization
• Ability to build strong rapport with clients and take a consultative sales approach
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex pricing and cost considerations
• Ability to leverage data to make decisions, drive strategy, and measure impact
• Impeccable prioritization skills and ability to effectively manage and execute against competing priorities
• Motivation and flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment where things change

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to understand the Stripe API and build great relationships with technical customers
• Experience with Excel