Senior Account Executive Jobs

Explore Senior Account Executive opportunities with organizations seeking experienced sales professionals to build customer relationships, close complex deals, and drive revenue growth. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Senior Account Executive Do?

Senior Account Executives manage the sales process for important accounts, from prospecting and discovery through negotiation and closing. They develop account strategies, present solutions to decision-makers, maintain strong client relationships, and collaborate with teams such as marketing, customer success, and product. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on enterprise, mid-market, or strategic accounts.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets, strong communication and negotiation skills, and experience managing complex sales cycles. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, pipeline forecasting, consultative selling, and a particular industry or product area may also be valuable. Requirements vary by company and sector.

Senior Account Executive Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies based on industry, location, experience, and sales plan. Many roles combine base salary with commission or performance incentives, so review each listing for details about total compensation and expectations. Senior Account Executives may progress into strategic account leadership, sales management, or director-level roles.

Find Senior Account Executive Jobs on Ladders

Search vetted Senior Account Executive jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Compare opportunities by location, industry, and work arrangement, then review each listing’s responsibilities and compensation information to identify your next career move.

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$85K - $130K *

Champion enterprise growth by cultivating relationships and delivering tailored IT solutions. Drive full-lifecycle account development while navigating complex vendor dynamics and ensuring operational...

Greenville, SCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $185K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for major enterprise accounts by aligning customer priorities with Lumen's diverse portfolio, ensuring strategic execution from acquisition to expansion while advisin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $240K *

Elevate your career by driving enterprise sales in the EV charging sector. Leverage your B2B expertise to create opportunities, close contracts, and expand customer relationships while achieving signi...

California, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$144K - $200K *

Transform public safety sales by leading a regional team, enhancing performance, and driving success through effective coaching and recruitment. Collaborate across departments to build a predictable p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$275K - $300K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading enterprise accounts, driving growth, and delivering client-focused solutions. Join a winning culture where collaboration and achievement fuel success in a dyna...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $193K *

Drive enterprise growth by managing complex accounts and executing strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver customer-centric solutions and achieve measurable business out...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$155K - $170K *

Elevate customer relationships by developing strategic account plans, driving revenue growth, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments while ensuring long-term value and compliance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Build strategic relationships with enterprise clients, managing complex sales cycles and driving AI adoption. Lead multi-stakeholder negotiations at all levels, ensuring alignment with customer strate...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth and deepening relationships within law enforcement agencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance customer sat...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Inspire success by delivering innovative SaaS solutions to large law enforcement agencies. This role involves building strong client relationships and leading strategic revenue growth initiatives, whi...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $154K *

Build strong customer relationships while meeting sales goals. Manage a diverse portfolio in the mid-market, guiding clients through their journey with GitLab's innovative solutions and driving expans...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive AI-native sales by building C-suite relationships and closing enterprise deals. Collaborate with account owners to identify opportunities and educate prospects on financial orchestration's value...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $172K *

Drive strategic growth by leading enterprise accounts in Chicago, guiding influential organizations through complex digital transformations with GitLab's AI-powered DevSecOps platform, and building lo...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$340K - $350K *

Empower your career by owning a Fortune 1000 territory, driving complex enterprise sales, and building strategic relationships with security leaders. Leverage your network to create momentum and navig...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

The Startup Account Executive at OpenRouter will be responsible for driving new customer acquisition and building partnerships within the startup ecosystem. This role involves connecting with founders...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Champion revenue growth by building partnerships with city officials and transport operators. Navigate complex sales cycles, execute market plans, and provide strategic insights for sustainable public...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance client relationships and drive growth. In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring customer retention and identifying new opportunities while collaborating wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of sales in Higher Education and Healthcare by driving growth, managing key relationships, and overseeing the full sales process from lead generation to installation, ensuring custome...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology recruitment by leading the search for top sales executives. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic hiring initiatives and deliver exceptiona...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Lead enterprise sales initiatives to drive growth in complex organizations, fostering relationships with key stakeholders while navigating intricate sales cycles to position innovative security soluti...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $125K *

Champion innovative media strategies by driving political and government sales. Leverage your extensive network and expertise to navigate the political landscape, ensuring successful multimedia campai...

Arlington, VARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by driving new business through consultative strategies. Leverage your expertise to manage complex sales cycles, engage C-suite stakeholders, and exceed...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm by driving sales strategies that enhance revenue enablement solutions for commercial accounts. Manage complex sales cycles, engage with C-level executives, and en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to foster client relationships, drive strategic growth, and innovate solutions that enhance client success. Collaborate across functions to deliver impactful results and maintain i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Account Executive do?question toggle

    A Senior Account Executive manages and grows customer accounts, identifies sales opportunities, presents solutions, negotiates contracts, and works to meet revenue targets. The role often involves complex sales cycles and relationships with senior stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Senior Account Executive jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for proven sales results, experience managing accounts or complex sales cycles, strong communication and negotiation skills, and proficiency with CRM tools. Industry-specific knowledge may be preferred.

  • How much do Senior Account Executives earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, industry, location, experience, and compensation plan. Roles may include base salary, commission, or bonuses. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Are Senior Account Executive roles commission-based?question toggle

    Many positions include commission or performance incentives in addition to base pay, but plans differ by employer. Review each job listing for details about base salary, variable compensation, quotas, and benefits.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior Account Executive role?question toggle

    Experienced Senior Account Executives may advance to strategic or enterprise account leadership, sales management, regional leadership, or director-level positions, depending on their experience and organization.