French-Speaking Account Manager

Hybrid: typically 2–3 days on-site Start: ASAP

Our client is a global FinTech / Data & Payment Solutions leader. They are looking to hire a French-speaking Account Manager in London. You’ll own and grow strategic banking accounts in France, blending relationship management with new-business drive.

What you’ll do

• Manage and expand a portfolio of French banking clients (enterprise + Tier-2).
• Drive renewals, expansions, and cross-sell across SaaS / data / compliance solutions.
• Prospect into whitespace within named accounts; build executive relationships (Business & IT).
• Lead the full commercial cycle: mapping stakeholders, crafting proposals, negotiating, forecasting.
• Collaborate with pre-sales, customer success, and product to deliver value and outcomes.
• Travel to France for client meetings as needed.

What you’ll bring

• Native / near-native French + professional English.
• 5+ years B2B sales to banks in France (SaaS, data, or fintech platforms).
• Track record in account growth + net-new within assigned accounts.
• Credibility with senior stakeholders (Risk, Compliance, Payments, CIO/CTO, Line of Business).
• High energy, structured pipeline discipline, and sharp commercial instincts.
• Bonus: experience in payments, AML/sanctions, treasury, or core banking solutions.

Why it’s a great move

• Impact: own French market accounts from a London base.
• Scope: mix of strategic AM + new business; room to step up.
• Culture: warm, international, people-first team with pragmatic hybrid working.

 

Due to a large number in applications and the urgency of this hire, we may not be able to get back to everyone individually. We appreciate the time taken to apply, and will contact you within a few days if your application is shortlisted.