Quizlet

Sr. Account Executive

Quizlet$130K — $165K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in digital media sales with a strong revenue achievement record
  • Established relationships with media agencies and brand executives across CPG, Retail, Tech, and Telco
  • Experience in negotiating multi-million dollar partnership programs
  • Strong communication, presentation, and consultative selling skills
  • Collaborative and proactive in fast-paced environments
  • Self-starter with creative problem-solving abilities
  • Willingness to travel for client engagements

Responsibilities

  • Introduce Quizlet's brand to key marketing decision-makers
  • Identify and secure new business across direct and programmatic channels
  • Develop and nurture client relationships to offer tailored solutions
  • Collaborate with teams to craft compelling sales presentations
  • Represent Quizlet at industry events to increase brand visibility
  • Stay informed on market trends and audience insights to refine sales strategies

Benefits

  • 20 vacation days with encouragement to use them
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-sponsored 401k plan with company matching
  • Paid Family Leave and wellness benefits
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional development
  • 40 hours of annual paid time off for volunteering activities
Full Job Description
About Quizlet:

At Quizlet, our mission is to help every learner achieve their outcomes in the most effective and delightful way. We're a $1B+ learning platform used by two-thirds of U.S. high school students and half of college students, powering over 1 billion learning interactions each week.

We blend cognitive science with machine learning to personalize and enhance the learning experience for students, professionals, and lifelong learners alike. We're energized by the potential to power more learners through multiple approaches and various tools.

Let's Build the Future of Learning

Join us to design and deliver AI-powered learning tools that scale across the world and unlock human potential.

About the Team:

The Ads Sales Team delivers best-in-class advertising solutions for leading brands. We help marketers connect with Gen Z, students, teachers, and young professionals through creative programs, actionable insights, and excellent customer service. Our work fuels Quizlet's mission by keeping learning accessible and free for millions around the world.

About the Role:

We're looking for a seasoned Senior Account Executive to drive Quizlet's advertising revenue and growth. You'll identify ideal customers and strategies to generate direct and programmatic revenue while owning all phases of the sales cycle - from prospecting and client meetings to value proposition development, deal structuring, negotiation, and closing.

You'll leverage your existing client and agency relationships to build partnerships that connect brands with Quizlet's highly engaged Gen Z audience.

We're happy to share that this is an onsite position in our New York or San Francisco office. To help foster team collaboration, we require that employees be in the office at a minimum of three days a week: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday and as needed by your manager or the company. We believe that this working environment facilitates increased work efficiency, team partnership, and supports growth as an employee and organization.

In this role, you will:
    • Introduce a brand and platform beloved by GenZ to brand marketing decision makers, creating interest and excitement in powering the success of millions of young people
    • Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities across direct and programmatic channels
    • Build and maintain relationships with clients and partners, understanding their needs and offering solutions that align with Quizlet's offerings
    • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to create compelling proposals and presentations that showcase the value of Quizlet to prospective clients
    • Represent Quizlet at key industry events and networking opportunities to build visibility and drive demand
    • Stay ahead of market trends, audience insights, and competitive activity to shape innovative sales strategies


What you bring to the table:
    • 8+ years of experience in digital media sales, with a proven record of exceeding revenue goals
    • Strong relationships with media agency and brand-direct marketing executives, ideally across CPG, Retail, Tech, and Telco verticals
    • Experience conceiving and negotiating creative multi-million dollar partnership programs
    • Exceptional communication, presentation, and consultative selling skills
    • A collaborative, proactive approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
    • Self-starter mindset with strong business acumen, creative problem-solving skills, and relentless drive to win.
    • Willingness to travel for client meetings and industry events


Compensation, Benefits & Perks:
    • Quizlet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Salary transparency helps to mitigate unfair hiring practices when it comes to discrimination and pay gaps. Total compensation for this role is market competitive, including a starting base salary of $130,000 - $165,000, depending on location and experience, as well as company stock options
    • This role is eligible for commission payments
    • Collaborate with your manager and team to create a healthy work-life balance
    • 20 vacation days (and we expect you to take them!)
    • Competitive health, dental, and vision insurance (100% employee and 75% dependent PPO, Dental, VSP Choice)
    • Employer-sponsored 401k plan with company match
    • Access to LinkedIn Learning and other resources to support professional growth
    • Paid Family Leave, FSA, HSA, Commuter benefits, and Wellness benefits
    • 40 hours of annual paid time off to participate in volunteer programs of choice


Why Join Quizlet?

Massive reach: 60M+ users, 1B+ interactions per week

Cutting-edge tech: Generative AI, adaptive learning, cognitive science

Strong momentum: Top-tier investors, sustainable business, real traction

Mission-first: Work that makes a difference in people's lives

Inclusive culture: Committed to equity, diversity, and belonging

We strive to make everyone feel comfortable and welcome!

We work to create a holistic interview process, where both Quizlet and candidates have an opportunity to view what it would be like to work together, in exploring a mutually beneficial partnership.

We provide a transparent setting that gives a comprehensive view of who we are!

In Closing:

At Quizlet, we're excited about passionate people joining our team-even if you don't check every box on the requirements list. We value unique perspectives and believe everyone has something meaningful to contribute. Our culture is all about taking initiative, learning through challenges, and striving for high-quality work while staying curious and open to new ideas. We believe in honest, respectful communication, thoughtful collaboration, and creating a supportive space where everyone can grow and succeed together."

Quizlet's success as an online learning community depends on a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As an equal opportunity employer and a tech company committed to societal change, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Come join us!

To All Recruiters and Placement Agencies:

At this time, Quizlet does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and/or profiles.

Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website or to any Quizlet employee. Quizlet will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm nor will it be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Quizlet.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

About Quizlet

Quizlet is an online learning platform that provides study tools for students. The company was founded in 2005 by Andrew Sutherland and is based in San Francisco, California. Quizlet's platform allows users to create and share study materials, such as flashcards and quizzes, and offers a variety of study modes to help users learn and retain information. The company has over 50 million active users and has raised over $60 million in funding.
Learn more about Quizlet
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2007

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