Account Managers build trusted client relationships, help customers achieve their goals, and support sustainable business growth. From managing strategic accounts to coordinating solutions across sales, product, and service teams, these professionals connect customer needs with company expertise. Browse vetted Account Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Responsibilities vary by industry and seniority, but commonly include serving as a primary client contact, understanding customer objectives, coordinating onboarding and ongoing support, identifying opportunities to expand or renew business, and resolving issues with internal teams. Senior and strategic account roles may oversee complex portfolios, executive relationships, and account plans tied to long-term revenue and retention.
Employers often value clear communication, relationship building, negotiation, organization, and sound business judgment. Depending on the role, useful experience may include account planning, customer success, sales forecasting, contract management, CRM platforms, and working with cross-functional teams. Industry knowledge can be especially important for roles serving technical, financial, healthcare, or enterprise customers.
Account Managers may advance into Senior Account Manager, Strategic Account Manager, Key Account Manager, or enterprise client leadership roles. Other paths include sales leadership, customer success, partnerships, and business development. Scope, compensation, and requirements differ by employer, industry, location, and level of responsibility.
Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Explore Account Manager listings to find roles that align with your experience, preferred industry, and career goals. Review each posting for its specific responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.
Account Executive, Business Sales (Columbus)
$43K - $129K *
Transform the sales landscape by driving new business growth through proactive lead generation, solution-based selling, and relationship management in underserved markets. Exceed sales targets while d...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive - Atlanta
$150K - $180K *
Transform enterprise sales in Atlanta by owning the full sales cycle, from account prioritization to closing. Leverage technical credibility to build relationships and drive predictable growth in comp...
1 week ago
Sales Account Executive, Higher Education
$80K - $85K *
Grow your career by driving the adoption of innovative products in academia. Engage with researchers and faculty, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with marketing to exceed targets in a dyn...
6 days ago
Manager, Political Affairs ( Remote )
$89K - $134K *
Shape political engagement strategies by managing PAC operations, ensuring compliance, and providing analysis to enhance alignment with public policy priorities. Collaborate across departments to driv...
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Senior Manager - Business Development (AMI & Grid Automation)
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading business development initiatives to drive growth in Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Grid Automation. Manage teams, analyze markets, and create strategies to enhance re...
3 days ago
$87K - $120K *
Champion business process excellence by bridging stakeholders and IT teams, driving Salesforce solutions, and optimizing workflows to enhance operational efficiency and user experience across the orga...
6 days ago
(Remote) Assistant Director, Revenue Cycle Management
$90K - $140K *
Empower a dynamic team in optimizing revenue cycle services, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance while fostering client relationships to achieve operational and financial success in...
3 weeks ago
Key Account Manager - Defense Sector
$100K - $125K *
Develop and execute strategies to enhance client engagement in the Military, Aerospace, and Government sectors, driving new business opportunities and managing key accounts to maximize value and foste...
2 weeks ago
Account Executive Director, Crypto + Stablecoin
$150K - $180K *
Drive strategic growth in the crypto sector, managing both greenfield and upsell opportunities. Lead enterprise sales cycles, consult with clients, and collaborate across teams to maximize account pot...
3 weeks ago
$128K - $178K *
Lead the charge in shaping the future of destination marketing through data-driven insights and innovative product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences a...
2 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Director, New Business (API/CPaaS)
$120K - $157K *
Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving innovative strategies, fostering relationships, and generating revenue through a proactive approach in a dynamic, remote environment focused on large mu...
3 weeks ago
Strategic Account Executive, West
$330K - $350K *
Unlock potential by driving strategic expansion within Global 2000 accounts. Manage complex SaaS deals, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable business outcomes through innova...
1 week ago
Senior Account Strategist (Real Estate Experience Preferred)
$88K - $105K *
Transform client marketing strategies by leading integrated campaigns, translating data into actionable insights, and driving measurable results. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring junior...
Reposted 1 week ago
Regional Program Manager, Field Sales
$100K - $145K *
Drive the development and management of marketing strategies across face-to-face channels, optimizing campaign performance and enhancing customer experiences while collaborating with partners to achie...
3 days ago
Regional Program Manager, Field Sales
$110K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving innovative marketing strategies across face-to-face channels. You'll manage campaigns, enhance customer experiences, and optimize budgets while collaborating with partners t...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive sales growth by cultivating relationships, managing territory, and providing technical expertise to customers while ensuring market share and sales goals are achieved in a dynamic environment...
1 week ago
$115K - $135K *
Lead the charge in driving new business opportunities and managing territory expansion. Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers while executing partner-led initiatives and coordinating a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$115K - $135K *
Accelerate your career by driving new business and expansion in a dynamic territory. Leverage partner relationships and data-driven strategies to build a robust pipeline, conduct impactful training, a...
Reposted 1 week ago
National Account Manager - Data Center Digital Solutions
$110K - $130K *
Grow your career with a strategic sales role focused on national accounts, driving revenue and market share while fostering strong customer relationships and implementing innovative digital solutions...
3 days ago
$146K - $225K *
Manage compliance for the Affirm Card program, ensuring regulatory adherence across marketing, onboarding, and servicing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex compliance challen...
3 weeks ago
$128K - $188K *
Join a team that's redefining compliance in the financial services sector. You'll lead compliance advisory for innovative card products, ensuring regulatory adherence while collaborating with cross-fu...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize customer success by driving engagement and retention, ensuring clients maximize value from services. Collaborate with teams to enhance the customer experience and advocate for their needs, co...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion client success by managing key relationships and driving strategic initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality work while ensuring financial performance and growth for as...
3 days ago
Sales Manager, Strategic Accounts
$288K - $400K *
Inspire a high-performing sales team as you drive strategic growth, nurture talent, and foster customer relationships. Shape long-term sales strategies while managing daily operations to maximize reve...
Reposted 1 week ago
Account Executive | Large Enterprise | GTS
$101K - $140K *
Advance client relationships and drive growth by maximizing value delivery, identifying opportunities, and managing complex sales processes within a designated territory of large enterprise clients...
3 days ago
What does an Account Manager do?
An Account Manager maintains client relationships, understands customer needs, coordinates internal resources, and works to support customer satisfaction, retention, and account growth. Duties vary by company and industry.
What qualifications are common for Account Manager jobs?
Many roles seek relevant experience in account management, sales, customer success, or client services, along with communication, organization, and relationship-building skills. Some positions require industry-specific expertise, a degree, or experience with CRM and account-planning tools.
How much do Account Managers earn?
Pay varies based on factors such as industry, location, experience, account scope, and compensation structure. Ladders lists vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more; check individual postings for compensation details.
What is the difference between an Account Manager and a Sales Representative?
The roles can overlap. Account Managers commonly focus on ongoing client relationships, retention, and growth within assigned accounts, while Sales Representatives may focus more heavily on finding new prospects and closing new business. Responsibilities depend on the employer.
How can I find senior Account Manager jobs?
Search for titles such as Senior Account Manager, Strategic Account Manager, Key Account Manager, or Enterprise Account Manager, and review listings for account scope, experience requirements, and compensation.