Strategic Account Executive (ICP: banks, fintechs, CUs)

Pinwheel
New York, NY
On-site

Who this role is best for

Fintech or banking professionals with enterprise SaaS sales experience and a strategic mindset will find this high-impact, collaborative role in New York City.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in enterprise SaaS sales and a track record of closing large deals in the fintech or banking domain
    — “5+ years of experience in enterprise SaaS sales in fintech or banking with a consistent track record of exceeding quotas”
  • Individuals who excel in complex sales cycles and can manage cross-functional teams effectively
    — “Experience leading and closing $80K+ ACV deals with executive stakeholders across business, product, legal, compliance, InfoSec, and marketing”
  • Professionals who thrive in ambiguous environments and can synthesize information to drive action
    — “You thrive in situations where the answer is unclear, things aren’t working right, and the path to achieving success seems challenging”

Things to consider

  • The role demands a high level of technical product understanding and strategic deal-making ability
    — “Your deep understanding of our product and its technical capabilities will enable you to craft solutions that resonate with client needs”
  • There is a strong emphasis on shaping company-wide sales strategy and best practices
    — “Play a key role in shaping sales best practices as we continue to evolve”

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate a history of driving sales from zero to first transaction in enterprise settings
    — “Proven experience in driving sales from zero to first transaction”
  • Showcase mastery of structured sales methodologies like MEDDICC or Challenger
    — “Experience using ... structured sales methodologies (MEDDICC, Challenger, etc.)”
  • Emphasize your ability to synthesize complex information and create actionable plans
    — “You are able to quickly synthesize a lot of information and come up with an action plan to direct yourself and those around you to success”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • meet or exceed quarterly revenue targets
  • build and maintain a high-quality pipeline
  • close deals with a 25% or higher win rate
Typical background
5+ years of enterprise SaaS sales experienceexperience in fintech or financial services

Skills & requirements

Required

Enterprise Saas SalesFintech Sales ExperienceStrategic PlanningSales StrategyClosing DealsPartner Management

Preferred

Product ManagementSales Engineering

Stack & domain

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkAdaptabilityFinanceFintechSalesEnterprise Saas

About the role

Original posting from Pinwheel via Greenhouse

Pinwheel - Building the future of financial services in partnership with the biggest brands

“I love my banking app!” said no one, ever.

Pinwheel is on a mission to change that. We believe banks and financial service providers represent the greatest opportunity to build 10x better experiences, especially in the AI age. We’re building the next generation of financial products alongside some of the biggest names in the market including Robinhood, DoorDash, Chime, Cash App, Credit Karma, American Express, Discover, Intuit, Acorns, Visa and more. 

If you’re excited by the idea of having your work touch and impact the lives of hundreds of millions of consumers, Pinwheel is the place for you. 

If you get stoked about building products alongside the biggest brands in the world, Pinwheel is the place for you. 

If you want to join a scrappy, hustling team that is obsessed with defining the future of financial services, Pinwheel is the place for you! 

Pinwheel has raised $77M from top-tier investors such as Coatue, Notable, First Round, Upfront, Primary, American Express, Franklin Templeton, Indeed, Semper Virens and more.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a scrappy, high-performing dealmaker with a strong product mindset to join Pinwheel as a Sr. Account Executive. In this role, you’ll be hunting for new opportunities, identifying key decision-makers at top financial institutions, credit unions, and fintechs, and driving revenue growth with precision and tenacity. Your deep understanding of our product and its technical capabilities will enable you to craft solutions that resonate with client needs. Your impact will be felt across the company as you help shape our sales strategy, mentor your teammates, and expand Pinwheel's enterprise footprint. If you thrive on building from the ground up, closing deals that matter, and connecting product innovation with business growth, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

You are someone who is relentless in your pursuit of your goals and equally resourceful in achieving them, often finding the clever, non-obvious solution to any given problem

You thrive in situations where the answer is unclear, things aren’t working right, and the path to achieving success seems challenging because you take pride in overcoming challenges

You are able to quickly synthesize a lot of information and come up with an action plan to direct yourself and those around you to success

You regularly spend time figuring out how to improve yourself and your skills

What will you be doing?

Consistently meet or exceed your quarterly revenue targets as we scale

Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline with opportunities valued at 3x your quota

Close deals with confidence, maintaining a 25% or higher win rate

Break into fintech disruptors, established financial institutions, and credit unions within your first six months

Strategically plan and execute territory initiatives that drive growth and visibility

Establish trusted partnerships with C-level executives and key decision-makers

Collaborate with our Sales Engineering, Customer Success, and Legal teams to keep deals moving forward seamlessly

Stay sharp on industry trends and shifts in the competitive landscape

Share insights with product and marketing teams to fuel smarter strategies

Play a key role in shaping sales best practices as we continue to evolve

What qualifications are we looking for?

5+ years of experience in enterprise SaaS sales in fintech or banking with a consistent track record of exceeding quotas and driving strategic deals

Experience leading and closing $80K+ ACV deals with executive stakeholders across business, product, legal, compliance, InfoSec, and marketing

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams through complex sales cycles, including legal and InfoSec reviews

Strong customer centricity and product thinking skills

Proven experience in driving sales from zero to first transaction

Experience using Salesforce, sales engagement platforms, structured sales methodologies (MEDDICC, Challenger, etc.), and new AI tools transforming the sales tech stack

For this role, total compensation is made up of salary + commission + equity + benefits. We recruit motivated and high performing talent, and work to compensate people in line with the value they can bring to the organization in delivering outsized results. The talent market is competitive, and maintaining our ability to recruit and retain the best team possible is a top priority for Pinwheel. When creating an offer, we consider interview performance, candidate experience, external market competitiveness, and internal equity in thoughtfully assessing compensation. The base cash salary range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000 with on track total earnings (OTE) of $240,000 - $300,000.

Why join Pinwheel?

Best time to join - Our company is small but well-funded, meaning you are joining at a time where you can impact and shape the company.

Be a cultural builder - You will have an active hand in molding the company culture and being a part of the entrepreneurial journey.

Build something revolutionary - Help build the products on the bleeding edge of financial services!

Benefits included:

Great compensation & equity packages

Full medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life & short-term disability insurance

Flexible PTO policy that prioritizes recharge and balance

Paid parental leave

401K for retirement planning

Mentorship opportunities

Free Citibike membership

Pet friendly offices and Zoom spaces

Diversity & Inclusion at Pinwheel

At Pinwheel, we are committed to building an environment that is diverse and inclusive. We believe that having people across different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives enables us not only to build the best financial products, but to help us realize the best versions of ourselves. Pinwheel is an equal opportunity employer, and we aim to be an open and supportive place to work.

Source: Pinwheel careers (Greenhouse)

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