Senior Account Manager

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Job Function: Sales & Professional Services Status: Full Time Schedule: Regular Description Overview: This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of TELUS's digital advertising transformation. As a Senior Account Manager, you'll bridge the business and technical worlds, designing and enabling innovative advertising opportunities that drive meaningful business outcomes for TELUS and its partners. This role is integral to our Connected Products & Experiences team's success as we build advertising solutions from the ground up and open doors to new sales opportunities, customer acquisitions, and revenue growth. You'll be a key contributor in a high-performing environment where adaptability, innovation, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences are the hallmarks of success. What YOU Get to Do Connected Products & Experiences Spotlight: Join a team that's redefining how TELUS approaches digital advertising in the connected world. We're not just selling advertising we're creating it, innovating it, and bringing it to market in ways that have never been done before. Our team serves as ambassadors who react quickly to changing market conditions and develop practical, creative solutions. If you're energized by the intersection of technology, media, and sales, and want to be part of building something truly innovative, this is where you belong. We're looking for team members who thrive in dynamic environments and have a talent for making exceptional first impressions while driving real business results. Value Proposition: Imagine having the opportunity to educate an entire marketplace about products you're helping to create, maintain, and improve. As our Senior Account Manager, you won't just be selling existing solutions—you'll be a subject matter expert shaping the future of TELUS's advertising offerings. You'll work collaboratively with internal teams to build lasting market strategies while maintaining the autonomy to identify, source, pitch, define, negotiate, and close digital advertising revenues. This role offers the rare combination of strategic influence, creative freedom, and direct revenue impact, all while working with cutting‑edge advertising products in CTV/OTT, Video/Display, DOOH, Audio, and Native advertising. Your Impact: Develop and implement strategic sales plans that achieve revenue targets and drive sustainable growth in media sales Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, inbound lead management, and active participation in industry conferences and events Drive sales growth within your territory by identifying and cultivating relationships with key decision‑makers at advertising agencies, brands, and media buying organizations Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop ideal digital solutions, creating and delivering compelling proposals through multiple channels Act as an industry thought‑leader, proactively gathering and sharing insights, impacts, challenges, and solutions with internal and external stakeholders Continuously seek client feedback to identify improvement opportunities and drive product innovation that meets evolving market demands Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to maintain sales focus and build robust, forward‑thinking market strategies Qualifications What YOU Bring: Exceptional ability to establish and maintain meaningful relationships with clients, agencies, and stakeholders across the media industry A well‑honed communication skills and compelling presentation delivery that captivates both technical and non‑technical audiences. The ideal candidate will have a great combination of adaptability, resilience in fast‑paced, ever‑changing environments coupled with a very creative thinking mind that is able to juggle with strong analytical capabilities that drive innovative solutions We want to see evidence of your insatiable appetite for learning and professional growth and Your Customer First passion and commitment to delivering exceptional experiences Nice to Haves: You bring 5+ years of sales executive experience to the table combined with strong existing relationships within major Canadian media agencies and Vancouver‑based advertisers You possess deep knowledge of CTV/OTT, Video/Display, DOOH, Audio, and Native advertising best practices and hands‑on experience with digital advertising platforms including Ad Server, DSP/SSP, and DMP/CDP technologies You demonstrate expertise in sales planning, execution, and performance reporting Education/Special Certification: Relevant experience in media sales, digital advertising, or related fields Your Impact: Develop and implement strategic sales plans that achieve revenue targets and drive sustainable growth in media sales Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, inbound lead management, and active participation in industry conferences and events Drive sales growth within your territory by identifying and cultivating relationships with key decision‑makers at advertising agencies, brands, and media buying organizations Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop ideal digital solutions, creating and delivering compelling proposals through multiple channels Act as an industry thought‑leader, proactively gathering and sharing insights, impacts, challenges, and solutions with internal and external stakeholders Continuously seek client feedback to identify improvement opportunities and drive product innovation that meets evolving market demands Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to maintain sales focus and build robust, forward‑thinking market strategies Salary Range: $87,000-$131,000 Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as: Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family Flexibility to work in‑office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills And much more … Job Type: This is for a current vacancy A bit about us We’re a people‑focused, customer‑first, purpose‑driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world. You’ll find our engaging, high‑performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly. Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks. Sales and Marketing Help us, help our customers make a real connection We are honoured to be recognized $14.7 billion TELUS’s annual revenue $4.8 billion The brand value that TELUS brings 12 Consecutive years our annual dividend payment has increased Accessibility TELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr