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Senior Account Executive - Public Sector

Microsoft

Senior Account Executive - Public Sector

full-timePosted: Aug 21, 2026Updated: Aug 27, 2026Stockholm, Stockholm County, SE

Job Description

OverviewAs a Senior Account Executive at Microsoft, you will lead some of Sweden's most strategic public sector organizations through their digital transformation journeys. You will build trusted relationships with senior executives, develop long-term account strategies, and orchestrate cross-functional teams to deliver meaningful business and societal outcomes. In this role, you will partner with government leaders to address complex challenges around AI, cybersecurity, digital sovereignty, data platforms, and modernization. You will identify new growth opportunities, drive transformational initiatives, and position Microsoft as a trusted strategic partner helping customers achieve their most ambitious goalsThe preferred candidate is a strategic seller, relationship builder, and business leader who thrives in complex environments, influences at the executive level, and is passionate about creating impact for citizens, government agencies, and society at large.Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.ResponsibilitiesBuild and grow executive relationships across strategic Government accounts.Lead customer strategy, account planning, and business growth initiatives.Identify, shape, and close transformational opportunities across AI, Security, Modern Work, and Azure.Orchestrate virtual teams to deliver customer success and long-term business value.Serve as a trusted advisor to senior decision-makers and influence strategic technology investments.Drive pipeline, forecast accuracy, and operational excellence across the assigned portfolio.Position Microsoft as the preferred partner for innovation, resilience, and digital transformation in the public sector.QualificationsWe're looking for a strategic leader with a passion for public sector transformation and a track record of influencing decision-making at the highest levels.Required/minimun qualifications:Master's Degree in Business Administration AND several years experience working in OR with public sector , driving digital transformation, or other relevant work experience (e.g., consulting, technology) OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Technology, or related field AND several years experience working in OR with public sector, driving digital transformation, or other relevant work experience (e.g., consulting, technology) OR equivalent experienceExperience in government, management consulting, technology, or business transformation rolesFluent in both Swedish and English languagesUnderstanding of AI, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, digital sovereignty, and critical infrastructurePreferred qualifications:Proven ability to engage and advise senior executives and public sector leaders on strategic prioritiesDemonstrated success in identifying new opportunities, driving growth, and leading complex stakeholder engagementProven communication, relationship-building, and executive presenceAbility to translate industry trends and policy developments into actionable business strategiesExperience driving thought leadership and representing organizations at industry events and executive forums Account Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Sweden is kr 874,000.00 - kr 1,439,000.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/sweden-corporate-pay.htmlThis position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Locations

  • Stockholm, Stockholm County, SE

Skills Required

  • governmentintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • We're looking for a strategic leader with a passion for public sector transformation and a track record of influencing decision-making at the highest levels. (experience)
  • Master's Degree in Business Administration AND several years experience working in OR with public sector , driving digital transformation, or other relevant work experience (e.g., consulting, technology) OR Bachelor's Degree in Business, Technology, or related field AND several years experience working in OR with public sector, driving digital transformation, or other relevant work experience (e.g., consulting, technology) OR equivalent experience (experience)
  • Experience in government, management consulting, technology, or business transformation roles (experience)
  • Fluent in both Swedish and English languages (experience)
  • Understanding of AI, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, digital sovereignty, and critical infrastructure (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven ability to engage and advise senior executives and public sector leaders on strategic priorities (experience)
  • Demonstrated success in identifying new opportunities, driving growth, and leading complex stakeholder engagement (experience)
  • Proven communication, relationship-building, and executive presence (experience)
  • Ability to translate industry trends and policy developments into actionable business strategies (experience)
  • Experience driving thought leadership and representing organizations at industry events and executive forums (experience)
  • Account Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Sweden is kr 874,000.00 - kr 1,439,000.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. (experience)
  • Find additional benefits and pay information here:https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/sweden-corporate-pay.html (experience)
  • This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Build and grow executive relationships across strategic Government accounts.
  • Lead customer strategy, account planning, and business growth initiatives.
  • Identify, shape, and close transformational opportunities across AI, Security, Modern Work, and Azure.
  • Orchestrate virtual teams to deliver customer success and long-term business value.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior decision-makers and influence strategic technology investments.
  • Drive pipeline, forecast accuracy, and operational excellence across the assigned portfolio.
  • Position Microsoft as the preferred partner for innovation, resilience, and digital transformation in the public sector.

Benefits

  • general: Flexibility: Balance what matters—your work, your life, and your team—through trust, autonomy, and shared accountability
  • general: Growth: Stretch your skills, expand your impact, and grow with support that meets you where you are
  • general: Wellbeing: Support for your body, mind, and financial future—so you can stay energized and do your best work
  • general: Community PCS: Find your people, build your network, and feel supported every step of the way

Travel Requirements

25-50%

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