Account Executive

Do you want to work for the global leader in the language services and technology industry? Are you interested in helping international brands/organizations find and implement solutions that allow them to communicate, operate and sell their products and services efficiently and effectively? And are you the type of person who enjoys an integrity focused, fast-paced, entrepreneurial, innovative, vibrant environment? Then we'd like to hear from you!

TransPerfect was founded in 1992 with a simple mission for a service-minded enterprise providing the highest quality language services to leading organizations worldwide. Since then, we've spent more than three decades solving global business challenges for our clients. Today, we have grown to be an industry leader organization by helping clients globalize their business no matter what service they might need.

Whether that’s through a technical document in 50 different local languages, or website, an online store, a customer support center, or the development of multilingual AI. As our clients’ business offerings have evolved, so have our solutions.

That’s enough about us – what about you? We look for and appreciate anyone who is willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in! We offer a fast growth path for career and personal development. Therefore the key skills we are looking for are solid communication and relationship building abilities, keeping a cool head under pressure and really owning your role, taking responsibility for your clients and their business success.

We are seeking ambitious business development professionals with a proven track record of success in sales and a passion for building lasting client relationships. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy owning the full sales cycle, from prospecting and winning new business through to account development and long-term relationship management.

The position combines responsibility for growing existing client accounts with a strong focus on acquiring new business through a proactive, direct sales approach promoting our Intellectual Property (IP) services to enterprise clients, with the opportunity to earn uncapped commission and retain ownership of new clients.

This is also a structured leadership development opportunity, designed to fast-track high-performing sales professionals toward Director-level responsibilities based on demonstrated sales performance and business growth.

Key position responsibilities:

• Develop prospective clients through several strategies including internet sourcing, trade show lists, referrals, various professional directories and personal investigation

• Foster and close new clients through referrals, cold outreach, networking, and other means (tradeshows, regional organizations, etc.)

• Responsible for growing new business from existing clients, including working closely with senior leadership to expand current relationships and upsell the TransPerfect portfolio

• Creatively problem solve to improve current new business development strategy

• Negotiate rates and deadlines with prospective and current clients

• Educate prospective and existing clients regarding our services, including TransPerfect’s rates, turnaround time and competitors’ information

• Liaise with production to ensure that all jobs are handled appropriately and with keen attention to detail, resulting in a perfect product

• Consistently follow up with clients to ensure their satisfaction with delivery, quality and customer service

• Understand all industries that TransPerfect markets to including industry leaders, current events and any other pertinent data

Essential skills required:

• Commit to a high level of integrity and service

• Deliver quality work

• Service focused with a desire to exceed clients’ expectations

• Owning your performance and taking responsibility

• Multitask and work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment

• Commit to always treating everyone (from clients to co-workers to vendors to business partners) with the ultimate level of respect

• Work well in a team with people from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with clients and co-workers

• Celebrate diversity and embrace new ideas and differing perspectives

• Be financially responsible and make sound financial decisions

• Take active measures to achieve results and solve problems

Essential experience required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

• Prior success of exceeding sales targets

• Superior communication skills

TransPerfect values equal opportunities. Applicants are therefore considered regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, belief, descent, genes, disabilities, sexual orientation, marital status or other characteristics worthy of protection. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and encouraged. If you experience any issues with your application process or require assistance please contact [email protected].

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