Account Director

Who we are For over 25 years Global Relay has set the standard in enterprise information archiving with industry‑leading cloud archiving surveillance eDiscovery and analytics solutions. We securely capture and preserve the communications data of the world’s most highly regulated firms giving them greater visibility and control over their information and ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Your role As an Account Director you will be a key individual contributor within our Customer Success organization responsible for managing a portfolio of high‑value Enterprise‑level accounts with significant ARR and strategic importance. This role is pivotal in driving long‑term customer success revenue growth and strategic alignment between our company and enterprise clients. By combining a consultative approach with deep Global Relay product expertise you will own the strategic direction and delivery for these accounts. This role requires a balance of executive‑level relationship‑building technical delivery and cross‑functional collaboration to navigate complex customer needs and drive outcomes that align with C‑suite priorities. Your responsibilities Own the end‑to‑end success of a portfolio of high‑value Enterprise accounts (typically 1020 accounts) developing and executing multi‑year success and growth plans aligned with the customer’s business objectives and our product roadmap. Build and maintain direct relationships with C‑suite stakeholders (e.g. CIOs, CTOs, CCOs) and senior‑level decision‑makers positioning yourself as a trusted advisor to influence strategic decisions. Serve as the primary escalation point for customer challenges ensuring cross‑functional collaboration with Product, Enterprise Services, Sales and Executive Leadership. Lead in‑person Executive Briefings (EBs) and Executive Business Reviews (EBRs) to align strategic objectives and stakeholders. Proactively monitor account health across all RAG (Red Amber Green) categories with a focus on mitigating risk and turning high‑risk accounts into high‑performing long‑term partners. Revenue Retention & Growth Negotiate and close complex high‑ARR renewals (e.g. $3M contracts with customized terms involving RFPs, Procurement and approval committees) ensuring alignment with both customer and company objectives. Identify and drive cross‑sell / up‑sell opportunities in partnership with Sales across lines of business aligning with the customer needs and our strategic offerings. Drive proactive engagement to address churn risks, improve satisfaction and reinforce the value of Global Relay solutions through regular business reviews and stakeholder feedback. Internal Advocacy & Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner with Product Leadership to ensure customer feedback and strategic needs inform product innovation and roadmap prioritization. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to co‑create customer success stories, case studies and thought leadership that reinforce our value proposition. Represent the customer’s interests internally at the highest levels influencing product go‑to‑market and operational strategies to align with customer needs. Monitor project progress by tracking activity; resolving problems; recommending actions. About you 9 years of experience in enterprise SaaS with a proven track record in customer success account management or enterprise sales. Demonstrated success in managing high‑ARR high‑complexity Enterprise accounts (e.g. multi‑line of business or regional scope) including experience negotiating and securing high‑value renewals and expansion deals. Strong ability to build trust and influence with senior stakeholders aligning customer strategy with business outcomes and positioning yourself as a strategic partner. Proven ability to define and execute multi‑year success plans that drive customer satisfaction, retention and growth. Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and influence outcomes without formal authority. Comfortable working on multiple accounts and projects simultaneously balancing strategic planning with day‑to‑day execution. Experience using Salesforce or other CRM system is highly desirable. Compensation Global Relay advertises the pay range for this role in compliance with applicable pay transparency laws. Individual pay rates are determined by evaluating factors such as expertise, skills, education and professional background. The range below reflects the expected annual base salary which is only one element of our comprehensive total rewards package designed to reflect our company pay philosophy, culture and values. We aim to foster an inspiring work environment and support employees work‑life rhythms. We provide a comprehensive health benefits program including extended health coverage and short‑term / long‑term disability insurance. Employees receive annual allotted vacation days which increase based on tenure. Other benefits include paid sick days, maternity / parental leave, enhanced program, commuter benefits, corporate bonuses and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company contribution matching. For employees based at our New York office we provide additional perks and amenities to enhance your work experience including a subsidized meal program courtesy of our in‑house culinary team What you can expect At Global Relay there’s no ceiling to what you can achieve. It’s the land of opportunity for the energetic, the intelligent, the driven. You’ll receive the mentoring, coaching and support you need to reach your career goals. You’ll be part of a culture that breeds creativity and rewards perseverance and hard work. And you’ll be working alongside smart, talented individuals from diverse backgrounds with complementary knowledge and skills. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Global Relay is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We seek to ensure reasonable adjustments, accommodations and personal time are tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual. Learn More To learn more about our business culture and community involvement visit. #J-18808-Ljbffr