GTM/ Sales - Account Executive (Executivo de Vendas) - Rio de Janeiro (Hybrid/Remote)
About the role
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Clara is the leading spend management platform in Latin America.</strong> More than 40,000 businesses run on our corporate cards, bill pay, financing and B2B payments, and in 2025 the Financial Times named Clara the fastest-growing company in Latin America. We're ~400 people, backed by Kaszek, monashees, Coatue, DST Global, ICONIQ, General Catalyst and Goldman Sachs, among others.</p></div><h2 data-path-to-node="3">
What you'll do</h2> <p data-path-to-node="4">We're looking for an <strong data-path-to-node="4" data-index-in-node="20">Account Executive</strong> to spearhead our growth in Rio de Janeiro. In this role, you'll be instrumental in expanding Clara's footprint across both Mid-Market and Enterprise segments by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and driving revenue growth. Your contributions will directly impact our mission to revolutionize spend management for companies across Latin America.</p> <h3 data-path-to-node="5">Key
Responsibilities</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="6"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,0,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,0,0" data-index-in-node="0">Drive Regional Sales Growth:</strong> Own and execute the end-to-end sales cycle for both scaling Mid-Market companies and complex Enterprise corporations in Rio de Janeiro.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,1,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,1,0" data-index-in-node="0">Leverage Local Network:</strong> Use your existing relationships and deep understanding of Rio de Janeiro's business ecosystem, especially among decision-makers in finance, operations, and procurement, to open doors and generate qualified leads.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,2,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,2,0" data-index-in-node="0">Manage Complex Deal Cycles:</strong> Navigate multi-stakeholder procurement and legal processes typical of Enterprise clients while maintaining a high-velocity pipeline for Mid-Market segments.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,3,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="0">Optimize the Sales Engine:</strong> Utilize tools like <strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="46">HubSpot</strong>, <strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="55">Metabase</strong>, <strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="65">Amplemarket</strong>, and <strong data-path-to-node="6,3,0" data-index-in-node="82">N8N</strong> to manage your pipeline, automate workflows, and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to consistently improve conversion rates.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="6,4,0"><strong data-path-to-node="6,4,0" data-index-in-node="0">Collaborate Cross-Functionally:</strong> Work closely with product, risk, legal, and customer success teams via <strong data-path-to-node="6,4,0" data-index-in-node="103">Slack</strong> and <strong data-path-to-node="6,4,0" data-index-in-node="113">Google Drive</strong> to align market strategies, unblock complex deals, and ensure a seamless onboarding experience for new clients.</p> </li> </ul> <h2 data-path-to-node="8">
Who you are</h2> <p data-path-to-node="9">&nbsp;</p> <h3 data-path-to-node="10">Must haves</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="11"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,0,0">Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience managing a mix of Mid-Market and Enterprise accounts, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,1,0">Deep knowledge of the Rio de Janeiro corporate landscape and an active local network among finance leaders, CFOs, and key corporate decision-makers.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,2,0">Demonstrated capability to manage multi-stakeholder sales cycles, negotiate complex agreements, and interface confidently with C-level executives.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,3,0">Working proficiency in English and fluent Portuguese, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,4,0">Experience or interest in AI tools to automate workflows and optimize daily outreach.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="11,5,0">Adaptability to fast-changing environments, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to operate independently.</p> </li> </ul> <h3 data-path-to-node="12">Nice to haves</h3> <ul data-path-to-node="13"> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,0,0">Experience selling complex SaaS, financial technology, ERP systems, or corporate card solutions.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,1,0">Independent analytical skills using spreadsheets, <strong data-path-to-node="13,1,0" data-index-in-node="50">SQL</strong>, or Python to dive into pipeline metrics and market data.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,2,0">Basic proficiency in Spanish or a desire to learn it.</p> </li> <li> <p data-path-to-node="13,3,0">A good sense of humor.</p> </li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><h2>Why Clara</h2> <ul> <li><strong>A high talent-density team</strong> driven to make an impact in Latin America — low ego, high ownership.</li> <li>Competitive salary and stock options (ESOP) from day one.</li> <li>An annual learning budget and accelerated development paths.</li> <li>English is our working language, with Spanish and Portuguese every day.</li> </ul> <h2>
How we work</h2> <ul> <li><strong>Clarity</strong> — Open and direct communication: we say what we mean and give context where it matters.</li> <li><strong>Simplicity</strong> — If it can be simpler, it should be.</li> <li><strong>Ownership</strong> — We own everything we do, end to end. When something needs to happen, we don't wait.</li> <li><strong>Pride</strong> — We hold ourselves to a high standard, and it shows in what we deliver.</li> <li><strong>ABC (Always Be Changing)</strong> — We adapt fast, embrace change, and keep learning.</li> <li><strong>Inclusivity</strong> — Diverse ideas, stories and perspectives build a better Clara.</li> </ul> <h2>Hybrid at Clara</h2> <p>Claridians split their time between the office, customers and home. We don't set a minimum number of office days for most roles, but we expect you to spend time there naturally, and most days during your ramp-up or when your leader asks.</p> <p>If you meet the must-haves, apply — the nice-to-haves are a
bonus, not a requirement.</p></div>
About Clara
Clara is the leading payment platform for companies in Latin America.
Our end-to-end solution includes our locally issued corporate cards, bill pay, cross-border payments, and our highly rated software platform used by thousands of the most successful companies across the region. Clara is backed by top global and regional investors such as Coatue, DST Global, General Catalyst, Monashees, Kaszek, Canary, A*, BoxGroup, SV Angel, GFC, Picus Capital, Avid Ventures, Iconiq Growth, Goldman Sachs, and prominent angel investors.
Driven by our six core values (Ownership, Pride, ABC, Simplicity, Clarity, and Inclusivity), we’ve reached a unicorn valuation in record time, have been recognized as a great place to work, and as one of the most promising startups according to LinkedIn’s ranking “Top Startups 2021.”
We’re looking for the best talent worldwide to join our team and be part of this journey, so you can't afford to miss this chance!
We are:
- Shaping business finances in Latin America
- Driven by our 6 core values
- Proud of our inclusive and caring culture
- Certified as a great place to work and a top LinkedIn startup
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Job details
Location
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Funding
Total raised
$572M
Last stage
Series B
Investors
Founders
Diego Iván García Escobedo
Co-founder & CPO/CTO
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.
