Account Executive Jobs in Virginia

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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HVAC Owner Account Executive

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 hours ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

What you will do The Senior Account Executive Energy Solutions position is part of our Sustainable Infrastructure business at Johnson Controls....

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,...

Home Comfort Sales Specialist

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Company Name: McCarthy Services Overview: Are you an experienced in-home sales professional looking for high-quality leads, no cold calling, and unlimited earning potential? Whether youve sold...

Residential Sales Specialist / HVAC - Springfield, VA

  • Springfield, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Company Name: McCarthy Services Overview: McCarthy Services is part of the largest provider of residential services in the US, employing more than 7000 professionals across the country. McCarthy /...

HVAC Sales Specialist

  • Culpeper, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 1 day ago

Company Name: ARS-Rescue Rooter Overview: American Residential Services (ARS) is the nations largest provider of residential HVAC, Plumbing, and Electrical services, employing over 7,000...

Client Relationship Manager

  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 6 hours ago

About Rockefeller Capital Management Rockefeller Capital Management was established in 2018 as a leading independent financial advisory services firm. Originally founded in 1882 as the family...

Mid-Market Account Executive (Richmond, VA)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago

The Mid-Market Account Executive will primarily be responsible for quota driven, new revenue generation, with secondary focus on existing base management for the company....

Automation Account Manager

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 6 hours ago

PURPOSE The Automation Account Manager is responsible for representing SMC in all business activities associated with current customer and distributor account support. This position also has the...

Account Manager

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 6 hours ago

PURPOSE The Account Manager is responsible for representing SMC in all business activities associated with current customer and distributor account support. This position also has the...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Lexington, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lexington, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors. Every single day, Pro Customers are building, maintaining,...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Millwork - Day

  • Farmville, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Farmville, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to...

Key Account Manager

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago

About: Silgan Dispensing is a global manufacturer of packaging solutions that help brands enhance lives. Our broad portfolio of triggers, pumps, sprayers, and closures are used by iconic brands...

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Account Executive

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Job titles - account manager, business development, account executive Ideally selling a service (cable companies selling internet/cable translates well, sell insurance, phone sales like T-mobile/AT&...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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