Sell an immersive edtech platform to four-year colleges and universities. Build new business, leverage higher-education relationships, manage long-term client partnerships, engage executive enrollment stakeholders, and close complex consultative SaaS deals to drive expansion.
Help colleges and universities engage prospective students in new, authentic ways!
We’re working with an innovative edtech company entering a major growth phase. Their platform is transforming how enrollment and admissions teams connect with prospective students through immersive, content-rich experiences. They’re looking for an Account Executive with higher education relationships to accelerate expansion across four-year institutions.
You’ll need:
- 5+ years of experience selling into higher education (four-year undergraduate focus)
- A strong existing network of decision-makers in enrollment, admissions, or marketing/communications
- Proven success driving new business in EdTech or SaaS solutions
- A track record of stability and long-term client relationship management
- Strong ability to engage executive-level stakeholders and close complex consultative sales
This role is ideal for a driven sales professional who thrives in high-growth environments, knows how to open doors with enrollment leaders, and is motivated to deliver lasting impact in higher education.
90-110k base / 200k OTE + equity. 3 year deals, 10% commission per year.
Year 3 Total Comp is 350k
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