Strategic Account Executive - L&D - Boston, MA (HYBRID)

Boston, Massachusetts Permanent USD140,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
Build and manage a robust sales pipeline, targeting key decision-makers across HR, L&D, and executive leadership within mid-to-large organizations. Drive full-cycle sales processes from initial outreach, qualification, and needs discovery through to solution design, negotiation, and contract close.
  • HYBRID Boston | Collaborative Team Enviornment
  • 5+ years of experience in an Enterprise Account Executive or equivalent role

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing, private equity-backed professional services company with a strong global footprint and an evolving presence across North America. With approximately 40 employees in the region and annual revenues approaching $20M, they are redefining how modern learning solutions are brought to market.

Guided by a people-first strategy and an innovation-driven culture, this organization places a premium on employee empowerment, customer-centricity, and impactful outcomes. As they scale internationally, North America is playing a pivotal role in shaping the next chapter of their growth story.

Job Description

  • Actively prospect and generate new enterprise-level opportunities through outbound efforts
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline, targeting key decision-makers across HR, L&D, and executive leadership within mid-to-large organizations
  • Drive full-cycle sales processes from initial outreach, qualification, and needs discovery through to solution design, negotiation, and contract close
  • Conduct consultative discovery calls to understand client challenges and align learning and development solutions to business outcomes
  • Develop and deliver compelling presentations and proposals tailored to the specific goals and cultures of target accounts
  • Collaborate closely with marketing and SDR teams to optimize lead generation strategies and ensure effective campaign execution
  • Navigate complex procurement processes and long sales cycles (typically 6+ months), often involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
  • Represent the company at industry conferences, networking events, and client meetings to build relationships and increase brand awareness
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasting and pipeline reporting in CRM systems, ensuring accountability and visibility across internal teams
  • Stay up to date on learning and development trends, competitive offerings, and client sector developments to inform outreach strategy and positioning

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • 5+ years of experience in an Enterprise Account Executive or equivalent role, ideally within L&D consulting or professional services
  • Proven track record of closing complex deals valued at $1M+
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a full sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation
  • A hunter mentality with strong outbound prospecting and pipeline-building skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence, engage, and build trust with senior stakeholders
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to co-create client proposals that reflect value and outcomes
  • A high degree of resilience and comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving business environment



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary and uncapped commission plan
  • Direct impact on a high-growth business backed by long-term investors
  • A pivotal role within a fast-paced, scaling organization with a strong people-first ethos
  • 401K plan and company contributions
  • Opportunities for professional development and internal career progression
  • Medical insurance
  • Competitive PTO
  • A values-driven culture where innovation, empathy, and excellence guide every interaction



Contact
Katie Meon
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6747361

Job summary

Sector
Sales
Sub Sector
New Business Development
Industry
Business Services
Location
Boston
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Katie Meon
Job Reference
JN-052025-6747361