Commercial Account Executive Benelux

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DeepL is a global communications platform powered by Language AI. Since 2017, we have been on a mission to break down language barriers. Our human‑sounding translations and intelligent writing suggestions are designed with enterprise security in mind. Today, they enable over 100,000 businesses to transform communications, reach new markets, and improve productivity, while empowering millions of individuals worldwide to make sense of the world and express their ideas.

Our goal is to become the global leader in Language AI, building products that drive better communication, foster connections, and make a real‑life impact. If you\’re ready to work with a dynamic team and build your career in the fast‑moving AI space, DeepL is your next destination.

What sets us apart

We blend modern technology, competitive benefits, and an open, welcoming work culture that enables our people to thrive.

Meet the team behind this journey

We\’re looking for a Commercial Account Executive to accelerate growth across DeepL\’s commercial segment in the Benelux region. This role manages all aspects of the sales process, including closing, primarily focused on landing new business deals.

Responsibilities

• You will be at the forefront of DeepL\’s rapid growth and present our market‑leading translation service to clients in order to eliminate their language barriers across Benelux.
• Become an ambassador for DeepL\’s products and an expert on our customers\’ needs in order to troubleshoot and rapidly resolve inquiries.
• As a trusted partner to potential new business and incoming customers, you will qualify and convert leads and manage the entire sales cycle.
• You strive to meet and exceed monthly activity, pipeline, and revenue goals.
• Build a pipeline of new business, and pursue upselling and cross‑selling opportunities.
• Responding to inbound prospects and customers, and managing a high volume of opportunities from qualification to close will be a major part of your day.
• Forecast and track all opportunities and customer details including use cases, purchase timeframes, and next steps.
• You work closely with our diverse, international and welcoming teams from SDR to Marketing.

Qualities we look for

• 2+ years of full‑cycle experience.
• Expertise in software sales – especially SaaS – preferred.
• Exceptional organisation, presentation, and communication skills (both verbal and written).
• You feel at home in a fast‑paced start‑up environment: you\’re able to shift priorities and adapt to dynamic situations.
• You enjoy being part of a team and thrive by supporting your colleagues and collaborating with cross‑functional teams.
• Fluency in English is essential, and proficiency in Dutch is considered a strong plus.

What we offer

• Diverse and internationally distributed team – our community includes people from more than 90 nationalities.
• Open communication, regular feedback – we value clear, honest communication and direct, actionable feedback.
• Hybrid work, flexible hours – a hybrid schedule with office twice a week and flexible working hours.
• Regular in‑person team events and company‑wide events that bring us all together.
• Monthly full‑day hacking sessions – “Hack Fridays” give you time to work on projects you\’re passionate about.
• 30 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays) and access to mental‑health resources.
• Competitive benefits that reflect the diversity of our team and are tailored to each location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome you at DeepL for who you are; we appreciate authenticity here. Our product is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all succeed, contribute, and think forward. Your personal experience, perspectives, and background are valued. In our diversity we will find the power to break down language barriers in the world.

Apply Now

If this role and our mission resonate with you, but you\’re hesitant because you don\’t check all the boxes, don\’t let that hold you back. At DeepL, it\’s all about the value you bring and the growth we can foster together. Go ahead, apply – let\’s discover your potential together. We can\’t wait to meet you!