About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The Role
Proofpoint is seeking a self-starting, responsible, and highly motivated Renewal Sales Account Manager to join our rapidly expanding APJ team. This highly visible, hands-on role is critical to driving customer satisfaction and ensuring successful subscription renewals across a growing customer base.
You will work closely with Sales Account Owners, Sales Engineers, Channel team, and Customer Success to manage the full renewal lifecycle. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, results-driven, and able to engage with both senior-level business leaders and technical stakeholders across small to large-scale enterprises.
This role will be based in Sydney, Australia.
Your day-to-day
- Own and manage the full renewal process for your assigned territory
- Drive the qualification, quoting, and workflows alongside Account Managers and Regional Directors to close renewals efficiently
- Accurately forecast renewal revenue on a daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis using Salesforce, Clari and other tools
- Meet or exceed customer renewal revenue quotas and churn targets
- Coordinate internal resources to support renewal execution and customer satisfaction
- Build and maintain strong relationships at both executive and operational levels
- Proactively identify risk and resolve customer issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Maintain a sharp focus on customer retention and actively work to reduce attrition
- Research and understand customer organisational structures and maintain account intelligence in Salesforce
- Track implementation, support activities, and customer engagement metrics
- Stay informed about Proofpoint’s market position and competitive landscape
- Create customer quotes, maintain accurate data, and ensure accuracy via Salesforce and other CRM and finance tools
What you bring to the team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate Proofpoint’s value proposition
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and process-driven
- Self-starter with a proactive approach and the ability to thrive independently and as part of a regional and global team
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure situations
- Proven ability to coordinate internal resources to support complex sales and renewal strategies, pricing and process
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web conferencing platforms
- Working knowledge of Salesforce, Clari and other online sales tools
- 3+ years of successful experience in account management, business development, or SaaS renewals
- Experience working with Cybersecurity teams, Channel Partners, Legal, and Procurement departments
- Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience preferred
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Why Proofpoint?
At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to [email protected].
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
Proofpoint Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Proofpoint and has not been reviewed or approved by Proofpoint.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage spans medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, complemented by global physical, mental, and financial health programs. Wellbeing resources such as mindfulness, resilience, and meditation courses are explicitly highlighted.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions include PTO, paid holidays and sick days, with parental and family medical leave available. Added flexibility appears in wellness days, a hybrid-first model, and limited work-from-anywhere periods.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered competitive in many roles and settings, with external recognition indicating strong standing relative to peers. Feedback suggests employees in several departments view compensation favorably when considering base, bonus, and benefits together.
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What We Do
We provide the most effective cybersecurity and compliance solutions to protect people on every channel including email, the web, the cloud, and social media.
