At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive growth for strategic accounts in the maritime and commodities sectors.
- Company: Join a leading global software company transforming the maritime industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse team, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Dynamic, inclusive culture with a focus on innovation and client success.
- Why this job: Make an impact by shaping commercial strategies and building executive relationships.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in account management or enterprise sales; strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Veson Nautical empowers the global maritime industry to navigate complexity on all sides of the trade. Veson's platform combines AI-driven workflows, trusted data, and seamless collaboration, to deliver the insight and context needed for confident, competitive decision-making.
The Growth Account Manager is an individual contributor role responsible for managing and expanding Veson’s strategic enterprise accounts within either the Energy & Commodities or Maritime, Freight, Banking & Other verticals. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Accounts, the Account Manager plays a critical role in defining and executing account-level growth strategies, fostering executive relationships, and aligning Veson’s full suite of products - IMOS, VesselsValue, Shipfix, and Q88 - with clients’ business objectives.
This role requires exceptional commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Lead overall strategy, execution, and revenue performance for Veson’s accounts within the assigned vertical, partnering closely with the VP of the vertical to shape commercial direction.
- Develop and execute account growth plans that align client strategic objectives with Veson's full solution portfolio, identifying and pursuing cross-sell and upsell opportunities across IMOS, VesselsValue, Shipfix, and Q88.
- Build and maintain trusted, strategic relationships with C-level executives and key decision-makers, navigating complex organizational structures across multiple levels, geographies, and functional areas.
- Act as Veson's senior relationship owner, leading executive business reviews and driving long-term partnership engagement.
- Ensure on-time renewals and proactively address risks to retention and client satisfaction, leading negotiation of renewal, expansion, and master agreement contracts.
- Apply structured sales methodologies (MEDDPICC, Challenger) to manage complex sales and renewal cycles, maintaining accurate forecasting and pipeline management through Salesforce.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Pre-Sales, Legal, Finance, and Product to ensure deals are strategically aligned and commercially sound.
- Partner with Industry Advocate Executives and Customer Success teams to deliver cohesive, high-impact client engagement strategies.
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. ~5+ years of progressive experience in strategic account management or enterprise sales within SaaS, data, or technology-driven environments, with a proven track record of sustained revenue growth, retention, and consistent quota attainment. ~ Fluency in English required, plus fluency in one additional European language (e.g., French, German, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Greek) is highly preferred. ~ Demonstrated success in executive-level relationship management and complex contract negotiations across global, matrixed organizations. ~ Experience driving cross-sell and upsell initiatives across multiple product lines, with a strong understanding of subscription-based commercial models and client lifecycle management. ~ Formal training or certification in sales methodologies (MEDDPICC, Challenger, or Solution Selling) desirable. ~ Skilled in CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and data-driven account management practices. ~ Deep familiarity with one or more of Veson's key verticals — maritime, shipping, freight, banking, or commodities trading — preferred. ~ Demonstrated history of top performance recognition (e.g., President's Club or equivalent).
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
About Veson: We are a team of multi-cultural, multi-disciplined professionals that are dedicated to making our clients successful and charting a new, innovative course for the commercial marine industry. We invest extensively in employee development and experience to maintain focus and enthusiasm. The Veson Nautical team is made up of a dynamic blend of engineers, artists, sailors, teachers, brokers, bankers, traders, consultants, and customer service experts.
Veson Nautical is a successful, rapidly growing global software company. Our clients are the world’s leading commercial maritime owners, operators and commodity trading companies. With offices in Singapore, Tokyo, London, Houston and headquarters in Boston, USA, Veson Nautical is a dynamic organization with a committed team of professionals.
Account Growth Manager in London employer: Veson Nautical
Veson Nautical is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the maritime industry. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we offer ample opportunities for advancement and the chance to work with a diverse range of clients across Europe. Our commitment to innovation and excellence ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming the maritime sector.