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 *

Drive your career forward by cultivating strategic partnerships and generating revenue through innovative sales strategies. This dynamic role focuses on engaging C-suite executives while building our...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$43K - $129K *

Lead the charge in acquiring new business by leveraging solution-based selling to meet customer needs. Drive sales growth in underserved markets through prospecting, networking, and relationship manag...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$144K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving success by selling innovative security solutions to enterprise accounts. Develop and manage accounts with a focus on exceeding revenue goals, leveraging your expertise in a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $105K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic relationships with institutional consultants and advisors. Leverage market insights to enhance retirement and Stable Value investment solutions, ensuring succe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful digital media strategies by leading insights and innovation. Collaborate with clients to optimize media investments, manage a talented team, and present actionable insights that enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $118K *

Drive growth by building partnerships in Education, Government, and BSC sectors. Collaborate with distributors to deliver tailored solutions, enhance customer satisfaction, and leverage sector experti...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$119K - $178K *

Join a team where you'll lead strategic engagements with customers, shaping technology roadmaps and driving value through innovative solutions, while fostering relationships and technical expertise to...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $178K *

Bring your expertise to develop strategic technology roadmaps and drive customer success by providing technical insights, building trusted relationships, and overcoming challenges in highly dynamic bu...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Empower client growth by driving AI-based solutions and renewals. Engage existing clients through strategic outreach, fostering relationships and maximizing product adoption. Own the sales process fro...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of B2B revenue accounting processes, ensuring efficient contract-to-cash operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and reduce manual...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join us to empower senior leaders by managing complex projects, client contracts, and travel arrangements. Your proactive support will enhance team efficiency in a fully virtual environment, fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance business processes across the services lifecycle. Develop reporting solutions and dashboards to drive informed decisions, improve revenue predictability, and support stakeholders i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $98K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of paid social strategy for top consumer brands. Drive growth through innovative, data-driven campaigns on platforms like Meta, TikTok, and YouTube, while mentori...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower a high-performing team of Account Managers to drive growth and exceed goals. Lead with vision, build strong customer relationships, and refine processes to enhance efficiency in a dynamic, res...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Empower your career by driving oncology product success and building impactful relationships with healthcare professionals. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by building strong customer relationships and driving sales strategies. Leverage your expertise in the semiconductor industry to manage accounts, negotiate contracts, and deliver exc...

Boise, IDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by serving as the primary IT liaison, ensuring effective communication, project management, and successful technology solutions delivery. Collaborate with cross-function...

Louisville, KYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead the Enterprise Americas team to drive new-logo bookings and build a repeatable sales engine. Coach reps on multi-threaded deals and foster a strong outbound culture as the team scales. Shape ente...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading complex projects with enterprise-wide impact. Influence decision-making, drive alignment across functions, and enhance project management practices while delivering meaningf...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$145K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading sales initiatives for an innovative cybersecurity platform. Drive significant revenue growth with enterprise clients while fostering strong relationships and leveraging you...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of high-impact talent acquisition for executive and sales roles. Collaborate with senior leaders to develop strategies, engage passive candidates, and deliver exceptional talent in a co...

New York, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$183K - $193K *

Build and lead a high-performing Technical Account Management team to enhance the post-launch technical performance of a leading e-commerce platform, driving significant operational and strategic impr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $171K *

Champion a new Technical Account Management team by guiding its growth, ensuring technical health across SFP, and aligning stakeholders through effective communication while driving continuous improve...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $280K *

Empower your career by driving sales in Major Financial accounts. Develop strategic relationships, manage proposals, and negotiate terms to achieve enterprise-wide deployments of innovative solutions...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Drive growth and strengthen relationships by implementing effective sales strategies, analyzing market data, and collaborating cross-functionally to maximize performance across multiple regional accou...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.