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CanvaMid-Market Account Executive (German Speaking)
Canva is hiring a Mid-Market Account Executive who speaks German to join its Sales and Success team in London. This role centers on the DACH region,…
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Canva is hiring a Mid-Market Account Executive who speaks German to join its Sales and Success team in London. This role centers on the DACH region, where the professional will run an end-to-end sales cycle focused on acquiring new business logos. Canva develops a design and collaboration platform that includes tools for documents, whiteboards, presentations, and an AI platform called Magic Studio. The position is part of the High Velocity…
Job Description
Canva is hiring a Mid-Market Account Executive who speaks German to join its Sales and Success team in London. This role centers on the DACH region, where the professional will run an end-to-end sales cycle focused on acquiring new business logos.
Canva develops a design and collaboration platform that includes tools for documents, whiteboards, presentations, and an AI platform called Magic Studio. The position is part of the High Velocity motion within the Go-To-Market organization, which aims to scale Sales-Led ARR.
The successful candidate will manage a targeted book of German-speaking mid-market prospects through outbound activities. Daily duties involve utilizing the SPICED methodology, building data-backed account plans, maintaining pipeline records in Salesforce, and collaborating with marketing, product, and success teams. The position involves working out of the London campus located around Hoxton Square in Shoreditch.
Responsibilities
- Manage a targeted book of German-speaking mid-market prospects through outbound sales activity
- Run full sales cycles from initial outreach to deal close
- Qualify opportunities and identify customer value using the SPICED methodology
- Construct data-driven market account plans to direct daily sales tasks
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, pipeline status, and forecasts in Salesforce
- Partner with Sales and Success, Marketing, and Product departments to ensure a smooth customer experience
- Monitor trends within the DACH mid-market sector to engage knowledgeably with client businesses
Requirements
- Experience in outbound sales within a B2B or SaaS setting
- Bilingual communication skills in both German and English
- Ability to present effectively to multiple stakeholders
- Organizational skills and self-motivation to manage a full pipeline against targets
- Receptiveness to coaching, feedback, and skill development
Qualifications
- Prior familiarity with CRM and outreach tools such as Salesforce, Outreach.io, Sales Navigator, and Gong
Core Skills
Benefits
- Equity packages
- Inclusive parental leave policy supporting all parents and carers
- Annual Vibe and Thrive allowance for wellbeing, social connection, and office setup
- Flexible leave options
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this role located?
The position is based at Canva's London campus around Hoxton Square in Shoreditch. Interviews are conducted virtually.
What languages are required for this position?
Candidates must be confident and clear communicators in both German and English.
What methodology is used during the sales cycle?
Account Executives use the SPICED methodology to qualify opportunities and uncover customer value.
What is the salary for this position?
The posting does not specify a salary.
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