Strategic Account Manager for Federal Government Agencies
This role offers an exceptional opportunity to drive growth in a critical sector and make a significant impact as a vertical industry leader.
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Strategic Account Manager to lead the Federal Government Agencies territory.
Supported by a bid organisation and an industry account executive, this position requires strategic leadership, ownership of revenue goals, and close collaboration with internal stakeholders to become a subject matter expert on your defined vertical territory and deliver tailored cybersecurity solutions to your client base.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Portfolio Ownership: Act as the CEO of your assigned portfolio/vertical, owning all aspects of client engagement, strategy development, and revenue generation for Federal Government accounts.
* Strategic Sales Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies and account plans to achieve revenue targets and drive pipeline growth across your portfolio.
* Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with senior decision-makers in Defence, National Security, and your assigned Federal Government agencies.
* Collaboration with Internal Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams—including channels, marketing, pre-sales, strategic portfolio leaders, and the capabilities organisation— to align efforts and deliver integrated solutions and campaigns that meet client needs.
* Bid Management Support: Leverage the bid organisation to prepare compelling proposals and ensure smooth execution of large-scale opportunities.
* Industry Expertise & Mentorship: Collaborate with your industry account representatives to gain coverage over the mid-market aspects of your territory while providing mentorship and coaching to support their success.
* Sales Cycle Management: Oversee the full sales cycle for your accounts, from initial engagement to closing deals, to working with the capabilities organisation to ensure successful delivery of solutions.
* Forecasting & Reporting: Provide timely and accurate revenue forecasts for your portfolio to senior leadership while maintaining detailed and up-to-date records of sales activities in CRM systems.
* Procurement & Legal Oversight: Manage gate processes, procurement procedures, and legal escalations in compliance with internal processes and government regulations.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Proven track record of success in government sales (7+ years preferred), with experience managing large portfolios or territories.
* Strong understanding of Thales' cybersecurity offerings, including consulting services, products, security integration, as well as managed services.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills tailored to high-level government stakeholders.
* Proficiency in CRM software and sales forecasting tools with a high level of accuracy.
* In-depth knowledge of government procurement processes and cybersecurity requirements within Defence, National Security, and Federal Government sectors.
* Australian citizenship with eligibility to obtain relevant security clearances.
* Willingness to travel nationally as required.
* Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when needed.
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