Account Executive (Higher Edu/ EdTech)

Overview

• RecruitHer is hiring on behalf of a global EdTech company that provides digital learning solutions designed to improve teaching, engagement, and student outcomes across higher education.
• You’ll be joining a well-established organisation with a strong reputation in the sector, a recognised brand that opens doors, and an international, forward-thinking team.
• You’ll also have the tools and support needed to succeed in the role.
• You’ll be part of a growing team where individual effort is recognised and valued.
• The region itself is expanding, which means strong potential to build pipeline and convert opportunities into meaningful, long-term deals.
• We're looking for a someone who understands the difference between selling into HE vs selling a SaaS solution.
• The role
• You will be responsible for growing and expanding business across higher education institutions, working closely with universities to introduce solutions and support their adoption over time.
• You will manage the full lifecycle, from opening conversations through to embedding long term usage, with full ownership of your pipeline and partner relationships.
• The role includes some travel for meetings, events, and partner engagement.
• We are looking to hire as soon as possible.
• What you will be doing
• Building and managing a pipeline across higher education institutions
• Opening new conversations and developing relationships with academic and commercial stakeholders
• Running meetings and delivering tailored presentations and product demonstrations
• Managing the full lifecycle from outreach through to adoption and long term use
• Supporting onboarding and ensuring solutions are embedded into everyday workflows
• Identifying opportunities to grow existing partnerships and expand usage
• Attending conferences, events, and client meetings
• Using CRM tools to manage pipeline and activity
• Feeding insights from the market back into the wider team
• What we are looking for
• Experience working with or selling into higher education in the region
• Strong understanding of how universities make decisions and adopt new products
• Experience in EdTech, SaaS, or digital learning solutions
• Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments
• Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior audiences
• Comfortable owning a pipeline and working independently
• Willingness to travel as part of the role (2-3 days per week)
• Fluent English (additional languages a plus depending on region)

Compensation