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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$150K - $180K *

Develop partner-driven growth strategies to drive revenue through new logos and joint opportunities. Manage relationships with senior executives and execute successful go-to-market initiatives within...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate your career with a pivotal role driving partner sales growth. Leverage your expertise to build executive relationships, execute strategic initiatives, and achieve measurable revenue through c...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Elevate your career by driving new dealership partnerships and expanding market presence. Lead strategic sales initiatives from prospecting to negotiation, collaborating across teams to deliver tailor...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $172K *

Join our dynamic Sales team to drive cloud security solutions in the Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas. Build strategic relationships, engage C-suite executives, and collaborate with internal teams to delive...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $186K *

Transform enterprise growth by driving GitLab's AI-powered DevSecOps solutions adoption and expansion through strategic account management and trusted client partnerships in the Seattle area...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $350K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise revenue across the West territory, engaging with senior security leaders in regulated industries. Shape strategic sales initiatives and build lasting relationship...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you manage key accounts, drive sales growth, and enhance customer relationships. Collaborate with a talented team to position innovative technologies and maintain market leade...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $250K *

Transform your career by mastering strategic sales approaches, cultivating customer relationships, and exceeding revenue goals. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions while staying infor...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success and growth. As a key player, you'll build relationships with C-Level executives, ensuring they maximize value from services while identifying new...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $135K *

Shape client engagement by driving sales opportunities, managing relationships, and implementing innovative outreach strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve growth targets and enhance th...

Needham, MARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Engage with Fortune 500 brands to drive enterprise solutions. As a seasoned seller, navigate complex sales cycles, and deliver value through Rasa’s AI offerings, while cultivating key stakeholder rela...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive your career with a strategic role leading product vision and evolution in the Servicing domain. Transform customer interactions across policy management and claims, ensuring intuitive, scalable...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in government sales, driving solutions for state and local agencies across Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, implement s...

Michigan, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Join a team that's driving growth by managing key Integrator accounts, developing sales strategies, and fostering relationships to exceed corporate goals in the material handling industry...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $186K *

Empower enterprise growth by driving strategic account management for AI-native companies, guiding complex transformations, and fostering long-term partnerships through innovative DevSecOps solutions...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative cancer screening solutions, engaging healthcare providers and enhancing patient outcomes. Leverage your sales expertise to promote groundbreaking technologies a...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales strategies by driving revenue growth in AI security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, build relationships with key stakeholders, and le...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $116K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance internal controls, analyze financial data, and support strategic decisio...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth and customer success through consultative engagement and relationship management. Leverage your expertise to develop multi-year account strategies and maxim...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive growth in mid-tier accounts, enhancing revenue retention through upselling and collaboration. Lead strategic conversations, manage expansion pipelines, and ensure client succe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth by building strategic customer relationships. Leverage your expertise to align business goals and deliver tailored solutions, ensuring high customer satisfactio...

San Diego, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$262K - $341K *

Join a team that's driving cybersecurity growth by building relationships with SLED accounts. Leverage your sales expertise to tackle evolving challenges and expand Cisco's security footprint across t...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing key enterprise client relationships, driving SaaS adoption, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions and achieve...

Reston, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Empower your career by driving growth through strategic sales efforts. You'll shape client relationships and manage a robust pipeline while collaborating across teams to deliver exceptional solutions...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the life insurance and annuity market. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, manage the full client lifecycle, and align solutions with client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.