Collibra

Collibra Public Sector Senior Account Executive, Federal Civilian Agencies

USA, United States full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Joining Collibra’s Public Sector team

Make an impact at Collibra Public Sector by driving growth in US federal civilian agencies. This role will be responsible for selling Collibra's value and vision to prospects and existing customers, offering a complete solution that includes software, support and services. As part of our federal sales team, you will manage some of Collibra’s largest accounts. You will use your knowledge and skills in enterprise sales to establish trusted and credible relationships, build Collibra’s brand and awareness around our solutions, and serve as a data intelligence advisor throughout the customer journey. You will be actively involved in the entire sales cycle

Senior Account Executives at Collibra Public Sector are responsible for

Achieving assigned goals for new license revenue and customer renewals

Reliable and accurate forecasting produced by high activity levels and broad account coverage

Prospecting for net new accounts, building pipeline, expanding existing accounts, and developing relationships to maintain sufficient active deal pipeline

Managing complex deal cycles, from lead origination to stakeholder mapping, through negotiation to close and expansion

Successfully collaborating with customers, partners, and peers in a consultative sales process where you will identify value and ROI to support customer’s needs

You have

Consistently exceeded assigned sales quotas

Experience in the data storage or data management software industry

7+ years experience calling on federal civilian accounts in a field sales capacity

Prior relationships with Departments of Homeland Security and/or Department of Energy

Originated and closed complex sales with multiple technical and business stakeholders

Managed consultative sales processes, with value-based impacts or outcomes

Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI tools (e.g., Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, Copilot) to solve real-world business challenges, drive measurable outcomes, or streamline workflows

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent related working experience is required

Because this role supports the US government, it is required that this candidate be a US citizen who resides on US soil; Active security clearance (preferred)

You are

Known for your integrity, and commitment to the customer

Detail and results oriented – you work backwards from a goal using documented plans

Composed, resourceful, and comfortable in high-growth high-expectation environments

Adaptive, accountable, and execution-oriented

A concise communicator, persuasive negotiator, collaborative seller

Proud of your work and aim for excellence

Flexible to travel as required

Measures of success

Within your first month, you have completed onboarding, connected with your team members as well as with your functional peers.

Within your third month, you will be building a pipeline of business in your assigned territory.

Within your sixth month, you will have solid foundation of prospective clients who you will be close to closing.

Compensation for this role

The standard base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $175,000 per year. This position is eligible for additional commission-based compensation. Salary offers are based on a combination of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, and location.

In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive total rewards package, including bonus potential, equity for eligible roles, a Flex Fund monthly stipend, pension/401k plans, and more.

Benefits at Collibra

Collibra recognizes and values that everyone has different needs, interests, and life goals. We built our benefits program with flexibility in mind to support you and your loved ones through a diverse range of circumstances and life events. These flexible offerings sit on a foundation of competitive compensation, health coverage, and time off. Learn more about Collibra’s benefits.

We create inclusion and belonging through how we onboard, meet, connect, engage, and communicate. Learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion at Collibra.

At Collibra, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We realize the key to creating a company with a world-class culture and employee experience comes from who we hire and creating a workplace that celebrates everyone.

With this, we proudly consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, HIV status, registered domestic partner status, caregiver status, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status or any other legally protected category. If you have a need that requires accommodation, let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.

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Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Collibra Public Sector Senior Account Executive, Federal Civilian Agencies role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Collibra?
  3. Which of Sales, Collibra and Public have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Sales, Collibra and Public.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Collibra Public Sector Senior Account Executive, Federal Civilian Agencies role because I can bring practical experience in Sales, Collibra and Public, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Collibra needs from this hire.

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