Account Executive - Public Sector (Adelaide)

Insight at a Glance

• 14,000+ engaged teammates globally
• #15 Best Workplace™ in Technology and #22 Best Workplaces™ in Australia
• #34 in IT on Fortune’s World's Best Workplaces™ list
• Recognised as a Great Place to Work in 13 countries
• $8.25 billion in revenue
• Received 35+ industry and partner awards in the past year

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organisations through complex digital decisions.

About the role

The manager for this role is the Sales Director, Public Sector. They are based in Australia and lead our Public Sector sales function nationally, with a focus on building strong client relationships, developing high-performing sales talent, and driving consistent, sustainable growth. Their leadership style is collaborative and outcomes-focused, with an emphasis on clear expectations, coaching, and continuous development.

As an Account Executive (Public Sector), you will be responsible for prospecting and developing net new and existing Public Sector clients and selling Software Volume Licensing Agreements, software and hardware products, and IT services solutions. We will count on you to consistently achieve your quarterly sales budgets, grow gross profit across software, hardware and services, and maintain high levels of client satisfaction and retention.

Along the way, you will get to

• Build and execute a territory plan, including identifying and developing new business opportunities in the Public Sector
• Attain quarterly gross profit quota across software, hardware and services
• Meet or exceed minimum sales expectations and revenue targets
• Provide advice to clients on software licensing needs, hardware and services solutions, including Software Asset Management and Digital Innovation
• Achieve 100% of client renewals across your assigned accounts
• Maintain 100% accurate and timely updates in our CRM (Salesforce)
• Manage your pipeline with rolling quarter visibility, ensuring all software, hardware, services and renewal opportunities are captured
• Conduct territory planning through Quarterly Business Reviews for top accounts, identifying business needs and growth opportunities
• Build strong vendor partnerships (e.g., Microsoft and other key partners) to identify and progress sales leads
• Attend product-specific and other sales training as directed by the Regional Sales Manager
• Maintain awareness of competitor activity and market trends in Public Sector IT
• Maintain relevant vendor certifications (e.g., Microsoft, VMware, Citrix)
• Undertake other duties as reasonably requested by management in support of Public Sector growth

Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.

What we’re looking for

• Previous IT sales experience, ideally within the Public Sector
• Clear evidence of consistent target overachievement in a profit and margin-driven sales environment
• Proven record of account development across a complex portfolio of products and services (software, hardware and services)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong business acumen, with the ability to make sound commercial decisions
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated, ongoing interest in learning about and understanding IT products and solutions

What you can expect

We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and for helping you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include: 

• Dedicated career pathways and development
• Peer recognition and the opportunity to join our President’s Club
• Volunteer Leave and Work Life Balance days
• Work-From-Anywhere Program for up to 4 weeks per year
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Corporate discounts

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!