Senior Account Executive

D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift.

New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student-centric experience – and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages – in schools, campuses, and companies.

D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners. And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L.

D2L has had a singular mission for 25 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead: to transform the way the world learns – and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team - yes, a real person looks at your resume! While we use AI tools internally to streamline tasks like meeting notes, summaries, and administrative work, these tools never rank resumes, make hiring decisions, or influence candidate evaluations.

Role Summary:

The Senior Account Executive is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales objectives for an assigned territory by promoting and selling the D2L product suite through professional sales techniques. This role requires proven ability to sell high-value, complex software solutions at the Enterprise level to the D2L’s Corporate market with a specific focus on workforce development and internal learning programs.

The ICP is focused on Corporate Organizations which have an internal learning functions (Learning & Development or Training Teams) that deliver workforce development and internal learning programs programs that will be designed to tackle skills gaps, develop people as a competitive advantage, or manage the upskilling of employees as new technology disrupting industries.

You will spend the majority of the time within your assigned territory developing and cultivating prospects, moving them through the sales process and closing new business. You will be supported by a Business Development Representative, who is responsible for assisting you in the creation of a qualified pipeline.

Vertical: Corporate - D2L for Business

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Own your territory and drive results: Exceed revenue targets by managing a full sales cycle—from prospecting to closing.
• Build pipeline: Make prospecting an integral part of your regular routine. Consistently add new prospects and maintain a healthy 12-month pipeline.
• Drive complex sales: Manage a 6–12 month enterprise, SaaS purchasing cycles with multiple stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally: Develop positive relationships and work closely with Business Development, Marketing, Professional Services, Finance, Engineering, other departments and Channel Partners. Effectively and efficiently deploy D2L resources at appropriate stages in the sales cycle to advance the sales process.
• Participate in proposals: Take an active role in the RFP process. Prepare written presentations, reports and price quotations. Participate in contract negotiations.
• Professional development and upskilling: Continuously improve your product knowledge and selling skills through self-learning, Revenue Enablement-hosted initiatives and other training opportunities. Be well informed about current industry trends and be able to talk intelligently about those trends in the context of your territory.
• Leverage the CRM: Use Salesforce to track activities, manage pipeline, and report accurately
• Partner engagement: Understand the D2L Partner relationships and how they relate to D2L sales.
• Represent D2L: Attend and participate in sales meetings, product seminars, conferences and trade shows.
• Travel: Travel up to 30%

What You'll Bring to the Role:

Competencies:

• Deep understanding of enterprise software sales cycles and experience selling to C-level decision-makers.
• Strong knowledge of corporate e-learning/ed-tech industry.
• Familiarity with MEDDPICC or similar sales methodologies.
• Proficiency in Salesforce and other sales tools.
• Working knowledge of web and database technology.
• Familiarity with AI tools and using AI to further business goals.
• Complete self-starter who assumes responsibility for getting the job done every day.

Skills:

• Ability to craft a solution with appropriate products and services that meet business goals based on client discussions, and skilled at presenting these solutions to stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Collaborative mindset and able to work in a team environment.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to manage a pipeline of 50+ accounts at any given time.

Experience:

• 5-7+ years of successful SaaS sales experience in eLearning, HR software, education technology, and/or complex solution software sales industries
• Experience selling complex software solutions to Human Resources departments/Learning and Development departments is an asset
• Track record of successful achievement of assigned quotas
• Proven success prospecting, building a pipeline, moving opportunities through the sales cycle; proposing, presenting and discussing solutions with C-level and other decision-makers

Other:

• Must be able to travel freely between the US and Canada or other countries and hold a valid passport

The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below. The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training and experience. It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry. As part of the total compensation at D2L the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

Base Salary Range$100,000—$130,000 CAD

Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

Why we're awesome:

At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life. While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L:

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne.

D2L is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires and attracts talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases. We draw on diversity of thought and experience to reflect the rich array of cultures representing our broad customer base and we seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives from around the world. If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at careers@d2l.com and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. D2L maintains a drug-free workplace.