Account Executive

Anew Recruit4 months ago
Lisle, IL, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Account Executive (AE) based in Location: Chicago. We are a high-growth B2B SaaS organization with a strong national footprint and a proven track record of developing top-performing sales talent. Our culture is built on accountability, coaching, and continuous improvement, and we invest heavily in training, leadership, and career progression. The Account Executive (AE) is a full-cycle, net-new sales role focused on acquiring new customers and driving revenue growth. In this competitive and high-activity environment, you will prospect, manage your own pipeline, conduct both in-person and virtual meetings, and close new business within a structured, performance-oriented setting that includes hands-on leadership and ongoing coaching.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prospect and acquire net-new customers through outbound activity.
  • Manage the full sales cycle from initial outreach to close.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline to consistently exceed quota.
  • Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with prospective clients.
  • Deliver polished presentations and product demonstrations.
  • Navigate objections and negotiate agreements effectively.
  • Execute daily call, email, and field activity expectations.
  • Track all activity and pipeline updates within the CRM.
  • Participate in ongoing training, coaching sessions, and role plays.
  • Participate in a structured, multi-week onboarding and sales training program.
  • Receive hands-on coaching from experienced sales managers.
  • Engage in ongoing development and performance feedback.

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor's degree required
  • Experience Required: 1–5 years of B2B sales experience (SaaS preferred)
  • Proven success in net-new business or hunter-style sales roles
  • Consistent track record of meeting or exceeding quota
  • Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • High level of professionalism, coachability, and resilience
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment

Required Skills

Prospecting
Sales Demonstrations
Net-new Business Development
Account Management
Presentation Skills
Communication
Pipeline Management
B2B Sales
CRM Proficiency
Negotiation