Software Account Executive

This is a very exciting time for Thryv as we are making waves in becoming an international leading SaaS and platforms business provider for Small to Medium‑Sized Businesses (SMB’s). We’ve been around in one form or another for more than 125 years, always with one goal in mind – helping small businesses compete and win. We provide the technology, software and local business automation tools that small businesses need to better manage their time, communicate with clients, and get paid so they can take control of their business and be more successful.

Thryv is a seven‑time winner of Selling Power Magazine’s Top 60 companies to Sell For, as well as Newsweek’s list of America’s 100 most loved global workplaces for 2024 and 2025!

Thryv, Inc.

- Thryv Makes Selling Power’s Annual 60 Best Companies to Sell for List for Seventh Consecutive Year

Global Most Loved Workplaces 2025 - Newsweek

Based in the Columbus, Ohio area, this role is responsible for increasing Thryv’s penetration to the existing client base, increasing client engagement with existing software clients, and growing the SaaS client base through new sales. This role calls on existing clients to nurture and grow relationships while identifying and pursuing new client opportunities to meet a predetermined sales quota. The Software Account Executive conducts greater than 50% of their work outside their home office (to visit local businesses).

• Contacts assigned clients and presents opportunities for additional sales and/or extended usage based on client needs.
• Identifies and secures new SaaS clients by leveraging self‑generated prospecting (i.e. networks, referrals, etc.) and company‑initiated prospecting programs.
• Executes all defined operational processes and requirements with excellence (i.e., designed cadences for client and prospect engagement, ongoing product and demo certifications, order entry requirements, centralized intake forms, etc.).
• Participates in sales meetings, call calibrations, and training as needed.

Thryv provides a secure, easy‑to‑use platform that automates tasks and allows clients to put their customers at the center of their business. Our software offers Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Search Engine Optimization, Marketing, online invoices & receipts, text messaging, email marketing, print and social media management. This automation provides the edge local businesses need to better succeed in their market.

We do it all with a convenient client experience management app that allows small business owners to get the job, manage the job and get credit all from the palm of their hand.

• Help grow local business market share
• Defend small business America and the American Dream
• Work with existing clients and hunt for new business
• Become SaaS (software as a service) experts
• Have the support of a four‑time winner of The Top 60 Companies to Sell For company with a 125+ year legacy
• Educate and guide prospects through the buyer’s journey to help them learn how Thryv can grow their business
• Partner with marketing and technology departments to execute sales strategy as the company introduces enhancements to existing solutions and/or releases new products
• Bring your thinking, strategies and ideas to advance our company’s values, unique culture and vision for the future

• We are seeking driven and hungry individuals to strategize and offer our unique software solutions to local business owners
• Who are engagement gurus while properly managing expectations
• Have the desire and commitment to do what it takes to be successful in sales
• Have a positive outlook and a strong ability to take responsibility for their successes and failures
• Goal oriented…you’re known for destroying your sales goals
• Persuasive…you can explain software solutions in simple terms
  
  Build and nurture a pipeline of prospects and close deals
• Develop great solutions to help customers WIN!
• Comfortable working in a remote capacity:
  Hi‑Speed internet, acceptable office setting and proper business attire is a must.

• 4+ years of related sales experience (7+…