Employment Type
Permanent
Closing Date
18 July 2025 11:59pm
Job Title
Account Manager
Job Summary
As an Account Manager, you nurture the relationships we have built with our clients, supporting them to partner with Telstra to unlock their business and technology challenges. You thrive of growing these relationships and identifying new ways for Telstra to address their strategic needs. Your ability to listen to and deeply understand our customers, combined with your understanding of Telstra's products and services, sees you deliver exceptional sales moments with our clients. In doing so you contribute to high-value, high-profit sales solutions that directly contribute to Telstra's growth.
Job Description
We're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.
This includes making Telstra the place you want to work.
For you, that means a having career that grows with you, and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises well-being and choice.
Here's what you can expect from us
• Flexible working. Wherever you live, choose where, when, and how you work so you can be at your best.
• There when life happens. From Gender Affirmation Leave to Telstra's Additional Leave Day, we give you time to spend away from work when you need it most.
• Pay for performance. We recognize outstanding contributions through our generous incentive programs.
• Parental Leave. A gender-equal policy for parents so you can choose how and when you take your leave (16 weeks full pay or 32 weeks half pay). Receive superannuation contributions on paid and unpaid parental leave.
• Unlimited learning. Level up your credentials with access to 17,000 learning programs. Learn 'on the job' and achieve university credits toward degrees and Master's programs.
• Global presence. With a global presence across 22 countries, there are many opportunities to work where we do business.
• Extra perks. Receive 25% off Telstra products and services, plus unlock exclusive discounts from over 240 brands and partners.
Make a Difference
We are seeking a highly experienced ICT Account Manager with proven success managing global technology accounts and deep working knowledge of Telstra International and InfraCo operations. The ideal candidate brings a rare combination of commercial acumen, technical understanding, and strategic relationships—particularly with global hyperscalers such as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon—that positions them as a unique asset to the Australian ICT labour market.
This role is especially suited for someone who has worked closely with these clients in Telstra's enterprise environment and understands the complex delivery, commercial, and infrastructure landscapes both locally and regionally.
Key Responsibilities
This is how you'll bring the purpose of your role to life.
Client Relationship Management
* Manage strategic relationships, specifically with hyperscalers Globally.
* Serve as the primary point of contact, ensuring customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term growth.
* Conduct regular business reviews, strategic planning sessions, and solution roadmapping with key stakeholders
* Support delivery assurance and alignment across multiple business units, including Telstra InfraCo, Telstra Broadcast System and Telstra International
* Technical relationship management including terrestrial and subsea networks.
Sales and Commercial Strategy
* Develop and execute account strategies to achieve revenue targets (e.g., $300M+ annually).
* Identify and pursue upselling and cross-selling opportunities across subsea, domestic, CLS, Managed subsea services and IP Transit.
* Lead the end-to-end sales cycle, including RFP responses, pricing, and contract negotiations.
Solution Development and Delivery
* Collaborate with Telstra product, commercial, and delivery teams to tailor solutions aligned with hyperscaler demands.
* Navigate and manage internal Telstra processes (e.g., InfraCo feasibility, special builds, capitalised works, complex orders).
* Proactively address challenges and unblock delivery delays across cross-functional teams.
Market and Industry Insight
* Stay current with industry trends (e.g., submarine cables, SX Next, AAG capacity, EAC/C2C as well as new cable capacity)
* Understanding of Australian terrestrial network – Telstra and the market.
* Provide clients with proactive insights and updates on technology innovations and best practices.
* Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and customer engagements.
Internal Collaboration & Reporting
* Work closely with internal teams including Service Delivery, Product, Finance, and Operations.
* Maintain accurate records in CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) including forecasting, pipeline management, and activity logging.
* Access to our portals and tools for ongoing reporting.
* Provide regular performance reports to management and support strategic planning.
About you
To be successful in the role, you'll bring skills and experience in:
Experience
* 8+ years of experience at Telstra, including Inside Sales, Enterprise Support, and Account Management.
* Currently managing global hyperscaler accounts such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon etc.
* Hands-on experience with Telstra International and InfraCo quoting, ordering, feasibility, and delivery processes
* Proven experience managing high-value enterprise clients in the ICT/telecom sector.
* Direct exposure to hyperscaler procurement practices and internal stakeholder engagement
* Familiarity with Telstra International and InfraCo products, commercial processes, and service delivery is preferred
Skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build trusted relationships.
* Commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
* Strategic thinking, with a solution-selling mindset.
* Technical knowledge across areas like network infrastructure, cloud services, and enterprise security.
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results under pressure.
Desirable Attributes:
* Understanding of Telstra's international cable assets, infrastructure services, and internal processes (quoting, ordering, service assurance) is an advantage
* Strong understanding of hyperscaler needs across submarine cable systems, cloud interconnects, and enterprise networking.
* Experience working with hyperscalers (e.g., Google, Microsoft, Amazon), particularly within the Sydney ecosystem
* Familiarity with the Australian regulatory and ICT market landscape.
* Exposure to carrier-neutral infrastructure and data centre environments.
* Strong initiative and ability to operate independently or in team settings
* Established network within cloud and tech stakeholders in ANZ region, especially across hyperscaler procurement, infrastructure, and connectivity teams
* Deep familiarity with Telstra's enterprise systems and workflows (e.g., Salesforce, T-Quotes, InfraCo Orders).
* Demonstrated ability to support clients across geographies, working with stakeholders in APAC, EMEA, and the U.S.
* Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to influence and communicate at all levels
If you are passionate to succeed as part of an agile and experienced team, we welcome you to apply
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Recruitment Start Date:20/06//2025
Recruitment End Date: 18/07/2025