We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture
Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.
Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America’s Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.
We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Senior Solutions Executive, you’ll drive the development of new business including the acquisition of new logos through prospecting activities and the management of marketing generated leads, opportunity management, and channel strategy. This Senior Solutions Executive will have the focus of selling the Staff Garden soltuion into Nursing Professional Development of healthcare organizations. In this role you will be expected to liaise effectively with leaders of healthcare system. This position will be responsible for closing new business within the Midwest Region territory.
WHERE YOU’LL WORK
This position will have the flexibility to work remotely while residing within the Midwest Region preferred, in close proximity to a major airport.
HOW YOU’LL SPEND YOUR TIME
Utilize various channels for lead generation and prospect to identify and engage high potential clients and key stakeholders
Conduct discovery discussions to identify prospects pain points and position solutions
Drive new business and client acquisition, manage marketing leads, negotiate and close deals, ensuring favorable terms and mutually beneficial agreements
Showcase the value proposition and benefits of solutions to prospects and hold meetings with prospective client stakeholders
Maintain short-term relationships, facilitate early introductions and client hand-off to permanent account ownership
Partner with Marketing and category partners to develop targeted lead generation campaigns
Be an industry Expert in trends and competitors to engage prospective clients effectively
Forecast sales targets, track progress towards meeting and exceeding goals, pipeline efficiency and follow-up
Manage and nurture the sales pipeline
Keep accurate CRM records to support prospect management and category alignment
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Bachelor’s degree required
6+ years of relevant sales experience with a proven track record
2+ years targeted academic or healthcare systems and engaging C-suite buyers
Revenue forecasting, quota achievement
Skilled in creating and delivering presentations to various audience sizes, both virtually and in-person
Goal-driven team player with excellent communication skills, capable of influencing top-level leadership, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
Proficiency in CRM system (D365 preferred) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint)
Proficiency with remote conferencing platforms similar to Microsoft Teams, GoogleMeet, Zoom
Advanced CRM skills for territory and lead management
Ability to travel 25% or as required for client success
HIRING RANGE
The current full-time annualized hiring range for this role is $80,800.00-$115,500.00 and does not include discretionary bonus or sales incentives, if applicable. In accordance with applicable state laws, we are providing the expected salary range for this position. Individual compensation will be determined by various factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, current business needs and local market factors. Most regular, full-time employees are eligible to participate in an Ascend incentive bonus or sales plan.
BENEFITS
Fostering A Sense of Belonging
Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.
Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
