Position Overview
The Strategic Account Executive is responsible for managing and growing relationships with existing TST clients while protecting and expanding recurring revenue. This role acts as a strategic advisor to clients, ensuring service alignment, long-term satisfaction, and proactive identification of technology improvements, risks, and growth opportunities.
The Strategic Account Executive is both client-facing and internally collaborative, working closely with service, project, and leadership teams to deliver a seamless client experience and drive retention, renewals, and expansion.
Key Responsibilities & Daily Tasks
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts
- Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key decision-makers
- Conduct regular client check-ins to assess satisfaction and identify concerns
- Ensure clients understand services, SLAs, and support processes
Customer Satisfaction & Issue Resolution
- Monitor client service tickets and trends to identify recurring issues or risks
- Coordinate with service teams to resolve escalations efficiently and professionally
- Follow up with clients after major incidents to confirm resolution and confidence
- Track and improve customer satisfaction metrics
Strategic Account Planning & Business Reviews
- Prepare and deliver Quarterly or Technical Business Reviews
- Review IT health, ticket trends, cybersecurity posture, and roadmap initiatives
- Identify technology gaps and recommend upgrades, projects, and improvements
- Align IT strategy with each client’s business goals and growth plans
Contract Renewals & Revenue Protection
- Manage contract renewal timelines and ensure early, accurate renewals
- Review licensing, service usage, and scope changes
- Prevent churn by addressing dissatisfaction proactively
- Protect pricing, margin, and Monthly Recurring Revenue
Upsell, Expansion & Cross-Sell
- Identify opportunities for additional recurring and project-based revenue
- Recommend services such as security enhancements, cloud solutions, backup, and voice
- Collaborate with technical teams to build scopes and proposals
- Present solutions in a consultative, value-driven manner
Internal Coordination & Communication
- Work closely with service managers, engineers, and project teams
- Communicate upcoming projects, risks, and major changes internally
- Participate in internal account reviews and planning meetings
- Advocate for client needs while aligning with operational realities
CRM & Administrative Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate CRM records including notes, renewals, and opportunities
- Track account activity, QBR outputs, and roadmap items
- Maintain accurate forecasts for renewals, upsells, and expansion opportunities
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 3 or more years of experience in account management, customer success, or sales
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities effectively
- Basic understanding of IT services, managed support, and cybersecurity concepts
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a Managed Service Provider environment
- Experience conducting Quarterly Business Reviews or strategic client meetings
- Familiarity with CRM systems and sales enablement tools
- Comfort identifying and presenting upsell or expansion opportunities
Benefits & Perks
- Paid Time Off program in accordance with company policy
- Company-observed paid holidays
- Health insurance options available to eligible employees
- CrewHu employee recognition and rewards program
- $50 monthly cell phone stipend
- Company-provided equipment and tools
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities