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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$229K - $458K *

Champion strategic growth initiatives in advanced manufacturing, driving business development and forging key partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service offerings and mee...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive sales growth by fostering client relationships, pursuing new accounts, and achieving targets. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and deliver exceptional service, while analyzing market...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Advance growth by leading strategic partnerships and fostering executive relationships with key technology and advisory partners. You will orchestrate collaborative initiatives, drive value across eco...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving technology sales by developing strategic territory plans, engaging executive decision-makers, and leveraging industry relationships to deliver innovative solutions and accel...

Tempe, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $374K *

Contribute to strategic growth in a major healthcare account by leveraging big data and cloud expertise. Drive sales cycles, nurture client relationships, and achieve exceeding quotas to deliver value...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $119K *

Drive impactful financial reporting for a rapidly growing organization, enhancing regulatory compliance through accurate, timely external and internal reports while collaborating across multiple funct...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as the primary relationship owner for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on customer retention, product adoption, and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Alberta, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $230K *

Transform the oncology landscape by driving product success and building strong relationships with healthcare professionals. Leverage your expertise to enhance patient access and deliver innovative so...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships. Collaborate with teams to execute sales strategies and manage the full sales cycle, delivering impact...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Empower client success by managing relationships, driving sales, and enhancing customer experiences. Collaborate with internal teams to address client needs and exceed expectations in a dynamic, compe...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging your expertise in computer vision and AI sales strategies. This role entails managing the full sales cycle, driving revenue, and collaborating cross-functi...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $151K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through innovative cloud solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic sales team to manage the full sales cycle, build relationships, and mentor junior representati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K *

Drive innovative policy strategies for clean energy and electrification, managing a remote team of advocates while engaging diverse stakeholders to achieve ambitious multi-year goals in targeted North...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$205K - $256K *

Pioneer new customer acquisition strategies, focusing on major U.S. retailers. Lead negotiations and establish profitable relationships while managing the full sales cycle from pursuit to launch, ensu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $98K *

Transform client relationships by owning a portfolio of B2B accounts, driving growth through tailored solutions in FX and payments, and leveraging technology for impactful service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by managing strategic accounts, driving revenue, and fostering long-term relationships. Leverage expertise in solution selling and account management to deliver customer-centric strat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $360K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth by leading complex sales opportunities, building executive relationships, and implementing innovative strategies to expand customer value in a dynamic startup...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Accelerate revenue growth by leading a team focused on new customer acquisition and driving successful sales strategies across the Managed Cloud business. Engage actively in deals and mentor Account E...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock growth by driving strategic partnerships with National Systems Integrators. Leverage your expertise to enhance product visibility and foster relationships, ensuring effective collaboration and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$124K - $137K *

Join a team that's driving innovative media strategies for a diverse portfolio of DTC brands. Elevate client relationships and connect performance metrics to business outcomes across multiple media ch...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $230K *

Drive impactful oncology product promotion by building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage clinical expertise and market insights to exceed performance goals while ensuring patient ac...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$224K - $356K *

Lead the charge in expanding market presence by mentoring a team of Account Managers focused on Federal, state, local government, and education sectors, driving revenue growth and fostering key relati...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Create strategic growth initiatives in behavioral health, driving client engagement and ensuring compliance while collaborating across departments to achieve key objectives and foster enduring partner...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.