Account Executive Jobs in Connecticut

An Account Executive in the sales industry is responsible for managing relationships with specific customers for their organization. Their primary duties include establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, presenting product and service offerings, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. They serve as the key point of contact between the client and the rest of the sales team, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction of client needs. Account Executives also monitor sales metrics and work toward meeting or exceeding established sales quotas.

The role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Account Executives should have a solid understanding of sales principles and customer service practices, as well as competent knowledge of relevant software (like CRM). While a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is usually required, professional sales certifications, such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP) or Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), could be advantageous. Before becoming an Account Executive, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Sales Associate.

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Business Sales Account Manager

  • Verizon
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 5 hours ago
  • Wallingford, CT
  • 5 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if theyre daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and...

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Retail Sales Specialist - $18/hr

  • Spectrum
  • Willimantic, CT
  • 13 hours ago
  • Willimantic, CT
  • 13 hours ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $18.00 along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $22.50/hour or $46,800.00 annually. Top performers in...

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Sales Executive, Commercial Lines

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • Hartford, CT
  • 16 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 16 hours ago

Introduction At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they're free to grow, lead, and innovate. You'll be backed by our...

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At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

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Sales Executive, Private Client

  • Arthur J Gallagher & Co.
  • New Haven, CT
  • 16 hours ago
  • New Haven, CT
  • 16 hours ago

Introduction At Gallagher, we help clients face risk with confidence because we believe that when businesses are protected, they're free to grow, lead, and innovate. You'll be backed by our...

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Occupancy Planning & Management (OPM) Sales Executive

  • JLL
  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 hours ago

Work effectively across organizational levels, collaborating with sellers from account executives to senior leadership....

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Strategic Account Manager (SkinMedica) - Allergan Aesthetics - New England S.

  • AbbVie, Inc
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fairfield, CT
  • 17 hours ago

Company Description About AbbVie At Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, we develop, manufacture, and market a portfolio of leading aesthetics brands and products. Our aesthetics portfolio...

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Sales Specialist

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Dayville, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Dayville, CT
  • 17 hours ago

Want to help pets live their best lives? We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be...

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Retail Membership Sales Specialist

  • AAA Mid-Atlantic
  • Waterford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Join Us Today! Unlock Your Sales Potential at AAA Club Alliance! Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service while driving sales success? Join our team and be part of a dynamic retail...

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Account Executive I

  • XSE Group
  • Middletown, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 1 day ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Middletown, CT 06457Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Base+Commission/yearJob Category: SalesAccount Executive - B2B Technology Distribution...

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Building Automation Solutions Senior Sales Executive

  • Siemens
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 1 day ago

Position Location: This role supports our Cromwell, CT branch location, which serves customers in the state of Connecticut. Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through...

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Account Executive 1, Community Account Sales

  • Comcast
  • Berlin, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Berlin, CT
  • 1 day ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

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0176 - Milford CT - Store Sales Specialist

  • REI
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love...

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Sr. Software Sales Executive in DC

  • SS&C Technologies
  • Windsor, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 2 days ago

As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut, and has 27,000+ employees in 35 countries. Some 20,000 financial...

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Account Executive

  • SS&C Technologies
  • Windsor, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CT
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Account Executive Location(s): Toronto Adelaide Street Status: Full Time Get To Know Us: In the field sales role, you will be working directly with our Corporate and Private Equity clients...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.5%
Master's Degree
17.7%
High School or GED
8.2%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Account Executives in Connecticut
2-4 years
29.9%
4-6 years
24.6%
None
24.3%
Less than 1 year
12.1%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
0.3%


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