Commercial Account Executive, France

Are you ready to be part of something big? We’re hiring for the Commercial Account Executive, France (Commercial Central Sales Team) on our Sales Team

In this role, you’ll engage with key decision-makers, forge impactful relationships with some of the world’s most influential organizations, and directly contribute to the growth of Semrush.

Why Semrush?
We are a global leader in online marketing technology, meeting market demand with rapid scaling. Don’t miss the chance to join our unstoppable momentum and make history with us

Some highlights of our success include:

Semrush named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Search Engine Optimization Solutions, Q3 2025

$400M+ Annual Recurring Revenue

118,000+ paying customers worldwide

1M+ freemium users

Exceptional demand for our new Enterprise platform, with deals secured from global giants like P&G, Tesla, FedEx, Samsung, Amazon, and others.

If you're looking for a role where your impact will be visible and meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.

Tasks in the role

Drive revenue growth by generating new business, upselling and cross‑selling, and renewals

Manage the sales cycle from prospecting to close. Comfortable with longer and more complex selling cycles with multiple stakeholders

Dealing with Legal/Finance/IT requirements

Manage and maintain a healthy pipeline of key customers and continuously find new opportunities for our customers and qualified prospects and opportunities

Collaborate with Sales Development, Customer Success, and Marketing teams to develop and execute account plans

Maintain strong relationships with existing customers, understanding their business needs and providing additional Solutions of the Company to optimize growth

KPIs of high‑volume calls, minutes, demos, and strategic focus on outreach and follow‑up personalized cadences to strengthen customer relationships

Identify and close cross‑sell/up‑sell opportunities using the Company suite of products

Deliver a value‑based selling experience to our customers based on automation and customer behavior

Accurately forecast monthly/quarterly sales and retention achievement to management

Contribute feedback to the larger Company organization by utilizing strong analytical thinking, presentation, and problem‑solving skills

Identify best practices to refine the company’s lead generation playbook

Travel is recommended but not necessary or required.

What we’re looking for

Proven 3+ years of experience in Mid‑Market, or Enterprise sales, SaaS sales, or a similar customer‑facing role

English and French language

A results‑driven approach with a history of consistently exceeding targets

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

An understanding of digital marketing trends and SEO concepts, or sold into Marketing Persona’s (preferred but not required)

A self‑starter mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team coming from outbound based organisations

Not required, but a plus

Experience selling to Mid‑Market, or Enterprise accounts in industries such as retail, finance, SaaS, or marketing agencies ($250m + in annual revenues)

Familiarity with CRM tools and data‑driven selling strategies

Enthusiasm for working in a fast paced, constantly evolving environment

Alignment with our core values:

Trust , because we prefer to speak up and be our true selves;

Sense of Ownership , as because it’s not worth wasting time on something you don’t believe in;

Constant Changes , because we are always looking to make things better;

A bit about the team
The Sales team is at the forefront of empowering businesses to achieve online visibility and digital marketing success.

Through our One Semrush selling approach and world‑class enablement programs , we equip our team with the tools, resources, and training needed to:

Exceed sales goals

Maximize earning potential

Deliver meaningful results for our clients

To learn more about our business and vision, explore the Semrush Analyst Day 2024 presentation from New York City.

What’s in it for you

Flexible working hours

Unlimited PTO

Flexi Benefit for your hobby

Employee Support Program

Loss of family member financial aid

Employee Resource Groups

Meals, snacks, and drinks at the office

Corporate events

Teambuilding

Training, courses, conferences

A little more about our company
Semrush is a leading online visibility management SaaS platform that enables businesses globally to run search engine optimization, pay‑per‑click, content, social media and competitive research campaigns and get measurable results from online marketing.

We’ve been developing our product for 17 years and have been awarded G2’s Top 100 Software Products, Global and US Search Awards 2021, Great Place to Work Certification, Deloitte Technology Fast 500 and many more. In March 2021 Semrush went public and started trading on the NYSE with the SEMR ticker.

10,000,000+ users in America, Europe, Asia, and Australia have already tried Semrush, and over 1,700 people around the world are working on its development. The Semrush team is constantly growing.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion commitments
Semrush is an equal opportunity employer. Building a better future for marketers around the world unites people from all backgrounds. Even if you feel that you don’t 100% match all requirements, don’t be discouraged to apply We are committed to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging in the workplace.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or medical condition including medical characteristics, genetic identity, marital status, military service, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Our new colleague, we are waiting for you

At Semrush, we take a serious and comprehensive approach to hiring new people. We welcome those who are professionals in their field and passionate about their work to join our team.

A “five‑minute interview” or “get a job in three clicks” approach is not the way we work.

During the interview, we ask candidates to talk about themselves and their background in detail. We try to discover the most important aspects about the way someone works and their personality before a job offer is made.

Up to 3 days

Once the resume is received it will be reviewed by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. We try to provide feedback within three working days.

Flexible approach for an interview format
We’re flexible and open for both online interviews and personal meetings at the offices. Choose the option that’s most suitable for you

In order for the online meetings to be productive, we suggest following these tips to make sure you are set up well:

Join the interview from a laptop or desktop computer (not a smartphone). You may need to print something or present your screen during the interview.

Please turn on your camera. Visual communication is especially important for us.

Choose a quiet place to talk. Attending an interview from the street is not a good idea.

Keep your phone at hand in case there are technical issues that mean we have to continue the interview by direct call.

Good luck

The Sales team at Semrush isn’t just important, it’s foundational. They are the force that drives market expansion, accelerates customer success, and sets new benchmarks in the MarTech space. Colleagues don’t just meet the moment, they shape it

Our Sales team partners with world‑class marketers, SEOs, and fast‑scaling businesses to help them win online. Backed by our award‑winning all‑in‑one platform, they solve real marketing and growth challenges daily—a capability recently recognized when Semrush was named a Leader in The Forrester Wave™: Search Engine Optimization Solutions, Q3 2025.

But it’s not just about closing deals, it’s about building legacies. From strategic promotions and ownership opportunities to recognition programs like President’s Club, we celebrate performance, invest in future leaders, and fuel a high‑performance culture where ambition is a shared language.

At Semrush, sales professionals operate like CEOs of their own market. Through the One Semrush selling approach, colleagues break silos and build synergy across roles and functions.

Across our large Sales team, we have several focus areas:

The Account Executive Teams help acquire new customers and maintains strong relationships with existing customers. They go deep into their particular business needs and provide additional Semrush solutions to optimize growth through prospecting, demos, and value creation.
The Sales Training & Enablement Team supports the whole division through sales skill development and translating product information into comprehensible resources. This team conducts onboarding for all new Sales people and prepares regular training for them as well as for the Sales Managers. They’re also actively experimenting with various AI‑driven solutions to improve learning efficiency, streamline processes, and enhance the overall sales performance.
The Sales Operations Team makes use of competitive analysis, past performance metrics, and other indicators to predict future growth and trends. In addition, this team manages the sales compensation and incentives programs.
The Solutions Sales Team empowers our sales reps to close complex deals and keep customers satisfied by matching their needs with the right Semrush tools. They bring deep product knowledge, smart strategy, and real‑world experience to every step of the sales process. Their work is key to winning new business and growing existing accounts by showing customers how our solutions can solve their biggest challenges.
The Channel Partners Sales Team plays a strategic role in expanding Semrush’s reach and driving revenue through trusted external partnerships. By collaborating with resellers, agencies, and technology partners, the team amplifies the impact of our sales efforts beyond direct channels.
We’re scaling faster than ever. Demand for digital marketing tools is booming, and we’re leading the category. This is your moment to join a high‑velocity team, shape your career, and be part of a company defining the future of marketing tech.

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