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Senior Associate - Venture Ecosystem Sales

Mercury
Location
New York, NY or San Francisco, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Sales & Partnerships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Experience in sales, partnerships, or community engagement within the startup and venture ecosystem
  • Ability to lead with empathy and understand founders' needs
  • Strong relationship-building skills with founders and investors
  • Dependable, detail-oriented, and a self-starter
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
What the job really is

As a Senior Associate in Venture Ecosystem Sales at Mercury, you will focus on building and nurturing relationships within the startup ecosystem, connecting founders and investors through events and personal interactions. Your role involves leading sales efforts with empathy, collaborating with various teams to create impactful programs, and sharing insights to inform product direction. The position requires a blend of sales acumen and community engagement, with a significant emphasis on in-person networking and relationship management.

Benefits
  • Base salary
  • Equity (stock options/RSUs)
  • Competitive salary and equity ranges based on experience and location
Things to weigh
  • Role involves significant in-person networking and travel (25-30% of time)
  • Quota carrying sales role
  • No specific mention of remote work options or flexibility
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