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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$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of client relationships by ensuring quality delivery and support of products and services. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive initiatives and maximize client satisfaction while mai...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive business growth by building relationships and delivering innovative solutions in the Higher Education sector. Leverage your expertise in sales and strategic transformation to meet client needs a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $273K *

Transform client relationships and drive revenue growth by leveraging deep industry expertise and consultative selling skills. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored payment solutions and lead com...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $90K *

Deliver strategic programmatic solutions by managing complex campaigns, building client relationships, and mentoring junior staff to achieve exceptional performance in a collaborative remote team envi...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K *

Drive growth by identifying and converting leads into sales, collaborating with teams to enhance strategies, and exceeding revenue targets in a dynamic healthcare environment. This remote role require...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic product marketing initiatives, managing high-impact projects, and collaborating cross-functionally to drive value propositions in enterprise technology, includ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $198K *

Grow your career with a strategic sales role focused on enterprise software solutions. Drive growth by managing complex accounts, fostering executive relationships, and leading transformative initiati...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $135K *

Reimagine sales possibilities by driving user activation on a transformative platform, utilizing strategic outbound and inbound techniques, while fostering strong relationships and enhancing client ex...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Discover a dynamic role focused on building relationships with credit unions to drive referrals and revenue. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage partnerships, and execute strategies that enhance AFA...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $175K *

Transform revenue growth by delivering innovative cash management solutions. Collaborate with finance leaders and internal teams to secure complex opportunities and drive client success across diverse...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Elevate patient care by driving oncology product success through strategic relationships and innovative solutions. Lead efforts in territory management, market analysis, and collaborative engagement t...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing sales strategies to drive new business, exceed revenue targets, and build relationships with C-level executives and technical stakeholders in a dynamic env...

Toronto, ONRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance customer satisfaction and optimize logistics operations. Drive performance through strategic account management and foster strong client relationships while ensuring eff...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform client relationships by driving sales of complex financial solutions across various departments. Leverage extensive experience in solution sales to exceed quotas and foster strong partnershi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and scaling of our connector ecosystem, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform strategic opportunities into actionable product initiatives that enhance client mark...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining business identity solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive strategy, development, and performance of our Business Identity Graph, collaborating with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by directing product strategy for data-centric solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and drive innovation. Own the product lifecycle from conception to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product management by integrating diverse datasets into innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and drive new data initiatives from concept t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead client success initiatives by fostering relationships, driving growth, and ensuring optimal platform utilization. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client experience and achieve strategic...

Miami, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving client success and growth by managing strategic accounts, delivering innovative solutions, and influencing industry strategy through collaboration and expertise, ensuring al...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $270K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in tech sales by managing SLED accounts. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, implement strategies, and achieve sales goals while promoting industry-le...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Engage with SLED Named Accounts to drive sales, build executive relationships, and implement strategic plans. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver winning proposals and negotiate beneficial cont...

Columbus, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives within SLED Named Accounts, leveraging relationships to meet sales goals. Collaborate with internal teams to prepare winning proposals and negotiate contracts, reinfo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Champion innovative oncology solutions by building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Drive product success through strategic engagement and effective territory management, ensuring timely ac...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.