Key Account Director, Mortgage

Join our mission to transform the mortgage industry with innovative fintech solutions. We are seeking a results-driven Key Account Director to drive significant revenue growth by securing new logos and expanding our footprint within existing accounts across a dedicated geographical territory. This is a high-impact role where your strategic prowess in complex sales cycles will directly contribute to our market expansion and success.

This role requires a hunter's mentality and a tactical approach to managing sales cycles, from prospecting to close.

Expected Duties:

Drive New Business:

Develop and implement strategic sales plans to acquire, qualify, and close new customer opportunities (banks, credit unions, independent mortgage bankers) using company-provided tools and a defined sales process.

Build a Robust Pipeline:

Develop and manage a qualified sales pipeline valued at 3 to 4 times your assigned quota to ensure consistent Closed WON results.

Navigate Complexity:

Lead large, intricate sales cycles, including coordinating complex customer RFPs and engaging with buying committees averaging 5-10 stakeholders in the mortgage sector.

Strategic Growth:

Expand existing relationships with MeridianLink customers, identifying and capitalizing on cross-selling opportunities to maximize account value.

Market Influence:

Provide vital marketplace insights to the ML Product Team, influencing our product roadmap with deep mortgage industry expertise.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A Bachelor's degree and 6-8 years of related experience, ideally within the mortgage industry or selling enterprise software/fintech solutions.
• Proven expertise in sophisticated analytical problem-solving and creative solution development to address unique client needs.
• Strong ability to enhance and leverage relationships with senior internal and external partners, often requiring skilled persuasion and negotiation.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to drive growth and make a significant impact on our sales efforts in the mortgage industry. If you're ready to take on a dynamic and rewarding position, we want to hear from you!