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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$125K - $150K *

Explore a dynamic sales opportunity where you'll drive enterprise-level transformations by collaborating with clients and partners, identifying opportunities, and closing complex deals to boost our ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $143K *

Empower strategic growth by managing national accounts, enhancing customer relationships, and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure custom...

Mooresville, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$122K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by partnering with leading OEMs. You'll influence product roadmaps, uncover market opportunities, and translate customer insights into scalable solutions fo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $215K *

Engage with key customers to drive growth through strategic account management, relationship building, and technical expertise. Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated solutions and ensure alig...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by driving business growth in financial services. This role focuses on developing client relationships, identifying consulting opportunities, and managing the sales cycle to delive...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion strategic marketing initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to optimize brand performance in Immunology. Drive engagement with External Experts while managing regional marketing strategie...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $97K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client interactions and drive sales support. Leverage your logistics expertise to identify growth opportunities and streamline operations, ensuring exceptional service a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$102K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as a Strategic Account Manager, driving growth and customer satisfaction for top Independent Mortgage Banks. Leverage your sales expertise to expand nCino's presence and deliver...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role focused on oncology solutions, driving account growth and fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care through innovative tu...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Drive your career with a Senior Accountant role focused on AI and automation. Redesign accounting processes, manage monthly closes, and implement scalable finance workflows to enhance efficiency and s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to nurturing customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction, and driving upsell opportunities. You'll manage contracts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $175K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative payments solutions and complex deals. Collaborate with finance leaders to deliver integrated credit and payment offerings while exceeding revenue targets and...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion client success by managing relationships with family law firms. Drive strategic conversations, align business goals, and leverage insights to enhance growth and performance across your portfo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$262K - $338K *

Empower revenue growth by driving sales in large enterprise accounts. As a key contributor, you'll leverage relationships and insights to deliver on targets while fostering learning and collaboration...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by cultivating customer relationships and executing a strategic regional sales plan. Collaborate across teams to deliver tailored value propositions and enhance game sales performan...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive technical pre-sales excellence, collaborating with Sales and Engineering teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet customer needs and accelerate growth in a fast-paced env...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $120K *

Champion the development of high-quality program materials and deliverables, enhancing effectiveness in complex specialty markets. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through strong manag...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $230K *

Engage with key stakeholders to promote oncology products, build relationships, and drive brand value. Utilize market insights to develop strategic plans, ensuring patient access and compliance while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $214K *

Unlock potential by driving channel revenue growth through our innovative solutions. Collaborate with c-suite and key stakeholders to optimize partner strategies, leveraging AI for enhanced customer e...

California, MDRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Optimize your sales career by managing the full sales cycle for a leading engineering software. Leverage your technical expertise to drive revenue growth and deliver impactful solutions to industrial...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by driving revenue through strategic engagements and effective sales craftsmanship. Manage complete sales cycles while fostering strong relationships, actively closing opportunitie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower our sales team by leading key accounts, driving revenue growth, and fostering long-term partnerships. Utilize your expertise to negotiate contracts and execute strategic plans, ensuring succes...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join us to oversee building consulting projects, perform site inspections, and deliver detailed construction specifications while mentoring new hires and enhancing client relationships in a collaborat...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$43K - $129K *

Accelerate growth by driving new business sales through prospecting and relationship building. Engage with small businesses to deliver tailored solutions, exceed sales quotas, and develop your skills...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical account management by cultivating strategic relationships, driving retention, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver excepti...

Spartanburg, SCRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.