Account Manager

Our client is a global technology company operating in the payments and financial technology sector. To support continued growth in France, the company is seeking a Partner Account Manager to strengthen its commercial presence across the region.

The role will focus on developing strategic partnerships, managing key accounts, expanding regional market presence, and driving business growth within the banking, healthcare, payments, and software ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the commercial strategy for different Market
• Develop and manage relationships with distributors, regional banks, software editors, system integrators, and strategic partners
• Drive new business development and manage key accounts across the region
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including banks, acquirers, institutions, and regulatory bodies
• Support the growth of payment solutions
• Identify market requirements and collaborate with internal teams to align products and solutions with customer needs

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the payments industry within the French market
• Strong background in sales, partner management, or business development
• Knowledge of payment gateways, applications, solutions, & environments
• Strong understanding of the French payments ecosystem and key market players
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills
• Fluent in French and English. Other languages are a plus (Spanish, Portugese)

Key Success Metric

• Growth of strategic partnerships and distribution channels
• New business generation and revenue growth
• Expansion within banking, healthcare, and payment technology sectors
• Successful management of key accounts and regional stakeholders