Account Executive Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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GEIGER

Account Development Manager (Geiger)

  • GEIGER
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Why join us? Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating...

Senior Partner Account Manager, US NatSec (Cleared), WWPS Global GSI Partners

  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 30+ days ago

You will work closely with AWS Account Executives, Solution Architects, Industry Leaders, and Partner Marketing to develop and drive new routes to market to create pipeline with new joint offerings,...

Manager, Sales Account Executive - Federal B2B

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

$20M) in mobility hardware and software annually as individual contributor. Demonstrated expertise and experience with enterprise mobility, mobility solutions, and mobile device managed Android...

Sales Executive

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

The American Association for Homecare is seeking a results-driven Sales Executive whose main duties and responsibilities include communicating with customers, generating leads and closing sales....

Technical Account Manager - 32790

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. The world's leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and...

Rental Sales Account Manager

  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Beltsville, MD (14 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here. Job Description: Summary The Rental Account Manager exists as the primary Rental Sales/Marketing function at the BU level....

Apple Business Expert - B2B Business Expert - Account Manager

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Do you love to collaborate and help businesses thrive? At the Apple Store, you connect business professionals and entrepreneurs with the tools they need in order to put Apple solutions to work in...

Senior Sales Executive CUAS

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Sales Executive CUAS (OOJ - 35468) ...00 / US Dollars / Annual Salary NPAworldwide Recuitment Network update Last updated: Apr/15/2025 Job Description Senior Sales Executive A world leader...

Retail Sales Specialist - Appliances

  • Waldorf, MD (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Waldorf, MD (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 6 hours ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist in our appliances department, youll engage with customers to understand their needs, preferences and budget while providing expert service and recommendations. Youll...

Account Manager

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Description What We're Looking For: Are you an attentive Account Manager with experience in serving SaaS customers? We're actively seeking professionals like yourself to join our dynamic team and...

Junior Sales Executive

  • Olney, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Olney, MD (18 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Can you bring your experience to our team at ASSA ABLOY? Join our team based in Olney, UK and enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of. What would you...

Account Manager

  • Tysons Corner, VA (8 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (8 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our...

Account Specialist

  • Tysons Corner, VA (8 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (8 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our...

Account Executive - Federal Health

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

The Account Executive role is responsible for navigating complex accounts, top of funnel activity & prospecting while effectively managing a complex sales cycle (approximately 6-12 months) to a successful...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (22 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 8 hours ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Arlington, VA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Arlington, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
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 Arlington, VA
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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