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About this Inside Channel Account Manager (MSP Focus) role at ESET

ESET · Onsite · San Diego

Summary

The Inside Channel Account Manager (MSP Focused) independently drives business growth through ESET’s channel partners and distributors by developing user accounts and identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities. Builds and manages a qualified partner pipeline within an assigned territory, collaborating closely with Channel Account Managers, Strategic Inside Channel Account Managers and Sales Engineers.

Job description

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

  • Develop and execute a channel strategy focused on growing the MSP business, including recruiting, enabling, and scaling strategic MSP partnerships to drive revenue and market expansion.
  • Build strong relationships with MSP partners and their sales organizations, creating joint go-to-market strategies, pipeline development plans, and programs that increase partner-sourced and partner-influenced business.
  • Own MSP partner performance and growth, including forecasting, business planning, enablement, and ongoing optimization of channel programs and incentives.
  • Conduct regular business reviews with customers and partners to identify expansion opportunities, strengthen relationships, and drive long-term account growth.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to deliver compelling solutions and resources that help MSP partners win and retain customers.
  • Enable partners with the knowledge, tools, and resources needed to effectively support shared customer accounts and position ESET solutions.
  • Maintain a strong understanding of ESET's product portfolio, cybersecurity trends, and competitive landscape to effectively articulate value and overcome competitive challenges.
  • Maintain accurate customer, partner, opportunity, and forecasting data within the CRM system.
  • Support partners with deal registration, quoting, and order management to facilitate successful sales execution.
  • Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue, retention, and KPI targets.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary range for this position is up to $100K OTE depending on experience.


REQUIREMENTS
Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Information Technology, or a related field preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education and relevant sales experience will be considered.

Experience

  • 4-6 years of experience in account management, channel sales, or business development within the cybersecurity, software, or technology industry.
  • Proven success managing and growing existing customer accounts while working through channel partners, distributors, and resellers.
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusted customer relationships, identify expansion opportunities, and consistently exceed revenue targets.
  • Experience developing account plans, managing complex sales cycles, and accurately forecasting revenue.
  • Strong understanding of indirect sales models and the ability to influence and collaborate with partners to achieve customer success.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Sales Engineering, Marketing, Customer Success, and Distribution teams.


Knowledge:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

  • Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow in a sales career.

  • Comfortable making outbound calls and engaging with prospective customers.

  •  Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with a CRM (such as Salesforce or HubSpot) is a plus.

  • Willingness to receive coaching and adapt to feedback.

Benefits

Health & well-being

  • Cigna Medical Plan
  • Cigna Dental Plan
  • EyeMed Vision Plan
  • Reliance Standard Life Insurance
  • Reliance Standard Long Term Disability Plan
  • HealthJoy Employee Assistance Program
  • Cigna Supplemental Insurance
  • Lifestyle Spending Account
  • Bi-Weekly Mediation Series 
  • On-site Gym and shower facilities

Family

  • Volunteer Day off
  • Paid Time off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Birthing Parent Match
  • Pet Insurance

Office

  • Recreational Zone
  • Coffee & Snacks
  • Parking Benefit

Other

  • Benefit Hub - Discounts on travel, cars, electronics, etc…
  • 401(k) retirement savings
  • ESET's Charitable Contributions Program
  • Referral Program

Primary location

San Diego

Additional locations

Time type

Full time
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How this Account Manager salary compares

This role pays $100,000/yr — in line with the typical range for Account Manager roles.

$74,464 median $108,339 $189,200

Typical range $98,500–$175,000/yr, from 34 comparable Account Manager listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Account Manager salary insights →

About ESET

ESET® provides cutting-edge digital security to prevent attacks before they happen. By combining the power of AI and human expertise , ESET stays ahead of known and emerging cyberthreats — securing bu sin esses, critical infrastructure, and individuals. Whether it’s endpoint, cloud or mobile protection, our AI-native, cloud-first solutions and services remain highly effective and easy to use . Driven by science, ESET technology includes robust detection and response, ultra-secure encryption, and multifactor authentication. With 24/7 real-time defense and strong local support, we keep users safe and bu sin esses running without interruption. An ever-evolving digital landscape demands a progre

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