Account Director

About SSS

Absolute IT are proud to be partnering with SSS – one of New Zealand’s leading cybersecurity specialists trusted by central and local government, enterprise, and high-growth organisations to design and deliver managed security services tailored for Kiwi businesses.

About the Role

SSS are expanding their footprint in Auckland and have created a new Account Director role to lead this growth. This is a unique opportunity to get in early and help shape the Auckland presence, building out the team and driving commercial success.

Initially a sole-charge role, you’ll need to be hands-on while also thinking strategically, with a strong track record in cybersecurity managed services sales and securing new logos. This role is focused on commercial enterprise clients, so a deep understanding of enterprise sales is essential.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Establish and grow SSS’s presence in the Auckland commercial enterprise market
• Drive new business acquisition and build long-term client relationships
• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for cybersecurity managed services
• Lead sales conversations and secure new logos across enterprise clients
• Collaborate with internal teams to shape future capability and delivery in Auckland
• Manage end-to-end sales processes, including proposals, contracts, and reporting

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven success in cybersecurity managed services sales to commercial enterprise clients
• Strong understanding of go-to-market strategy and new business development
• Experience in a sales leadership or sales management role
• Ability to operate independently while building a regional presence
• Strategic thinker with hands-on execution capability
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills across senior stakeholders

How to Apply

Apply with your CV and cover letter. For more information, contact Charolette Selvey at charolette.selvey@absoluteit.co.nz.

Reference number: 143545.

Please note, we can only consider applicants that are legally entitled to work in New Zealand at the time of application.

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