Commercial Account Executive - Higher Ed

What makes us Qlik? A Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ Leader for 16 years in a row, Qlik helps teams get more out of AI with trusted data products, a powerful analytics engine, and AI agents. This helps teams reduce risk and operating costs, while scaling AI responsibly. Used by 75% of the Fortune 500, Qlik works with the systems organizations already use, maintaining flexibility without lock-in. The Commercial Account Executive, Higher Ed Role The Sales Organization in Qlik is the primary connection to our customers and prospects, focusing on driving revenue in new accounts and expanding our presence in the territory's existing customer. The teams work geographically across North America. What makes this role interesting? The Commercial Account Executive addresses the accounts identified by Qlik as commercial accounts in a territory with current customers and target new customers, with the highest potential future value in the market. The role is part of an account team, with a primary responsibility of prospecting within the accounts to generate and close new licenses sales either direct or through our partner channel. Here’s How You’ll Be Making An Impact Outbound identification and development of land and expand opportunities within assigned accounts using digital and social channels. Follow up on inbound leads to qualify and manage them through the sales cycle. Close new opportunities directly with internal Solutions Architect support and/or coordinate Partner involvement in sales cycles. Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and manage them through the sales cycle. Maintain customer and opportunity data in SFDC system. Build/maintain strong customer and partner relationships within the territory base. We’re Looking For a Teammate With Experience working in SLED Customer Centric Selling experience using a modern sales methodology platform. Strong marketing orientation with experience using a lead generation tool. Ability to execute a prospecting and sales plan within the territory, and work with partners to maximize coverage. Strong ability to influence at all levels within Qlik and territory accounts. Ability to build communities and relationships within the territory. Ability to prioritize effectively and be proactive to get tasks done efficiently. Demonstrated track record of achieving sales goals. 2–4-year college degree. 2-4 years of Business Development and/or 1-2 years of Inside Sales experience (minimum of 4 years professional sales experience preferred). Salesforce.com, Windows and MS office proficiency. Technical/software sales experience a plus. The location for this role is: USA – Remote – MD, DE, MA, PA, DC Remote Apply now and help change how the world transforms complex data landscapes into actionable insights and turns complex data challenges into new opportunities! More About Qlik And Who We Are Find out more about ‘Life at Qlik’ on social: Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and X/Twitter, and to see all other opportunities to join us and our values, check out our Careers Page. What else do we offer? Named in Newsweek’s ‘Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025’: https://rankings.newsweek.com/americas-greatest-workplaces-2025. Genuine career progression pathways and mentoring programs. Culture of innovation, technology, collaboration, and openness. Flexible, diverse, and international work environment. Giving back is a huge part of our culture. Alongside an extra “change the world” day plus another for personal development, we also highly encourage participation in our Corporate Responsibility Employee Programs. Salary and Benefits: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $75,000 USD MIN - $85,000 USD MAX per year. This position is eligible for a commission within a range of $75,000 USD - $85,000 USD subject to meeting targets set forth in a sales commission plan. Final compensation offered by Qlik will be based on factors such as the candidate’s location, job-related skills, education, experience, and other business and organizational needs. This position is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including - but not limited to - medical, dental, and vision coverage life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, paid parental / maternity leave, participation in a 401(k) program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits. Application Window: The application window is 60 days, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The posting will be removed before the application window closes if the position is filled. For positions in Massachusetts: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Qlik is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For United States applicants and employees, go to the US Department of Labor’s website to review the Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, including the “Know Your Rights” and “Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination” posters. If you need assistance applying for a role due to a disability, please submit your request via email to [email protected]. 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