Account Executive Jobs in Seattle, WA

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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National Accounts Manager

  • Constellation Brands
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Position Summary The National Accounts Manager is responsible for selling and executing the sales and marketing programs for key national chain accounts. Responsibilities include...

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Donor Recruitment Account Manager

  • American National Red Cross
  • Seattle, WA
  • 26 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 26 days ago

Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human...

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IT Sales/Managed Services Sr Sales Executive - Healthcare Payer (Remote Seattle)

  • NTT DATA Americas, Inc.
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 374243 NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking...

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Cybersecurity - Senior Sales Specialist

  • Pellera
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Sales Specialist is a senior, field-facing cybersecurity leader responsible for driving OEM sales and services-led growth, accelerating deal velocity, and owning complex cybersecurity engagements across...

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Loan Acquisition Specialist

  • OneMain Financial
  • Bainbridge Island, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bainbridge Island, WA (9 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 14 hours ago

At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists empower customers by listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for life's expenses. In this role, our team...

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Sr. Technical Account Manager

  • FlightSafety International Inc
  • Seattle, WA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 17 hours ago

Sr. Technical Account Manager FlightSafety International Inc - Seattle, WA Posted: 6/2/2026 - Expires: 8/31/2026 Job ID: 293457435 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

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Key Account Executive, Retail and CPG, Google Cloud

  • Google
  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kirkland, WA (7 miles from Seattle, WA)
  • 18 hours ago

As a Key Account Executive on the Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) team, you will serve as the executive selling to the enterprises in Google Cloud....

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Sales Specialist

  • LGC Group
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Company Description ABOUT LGC STANDARDS: LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UKs designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading...

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Metabolic Account Specialist

  • Syneos Health, Inc
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Description You have what it takes: a competitive drive coupled with exceptional sales ability. The Metabolic Account Specialist position requires a seasoned biopharmaceutical sales professional...

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Account Manager

  • Betting Jobs
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

BettingJobs is working with a very successful B2B casino games studio who are looking for an Account Manager to join their team in Taiwan. Key Responsibilities: Manage and grow relationships with...

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Enterprise Renewals Account Manager - C&P

  • Adobe Systems Incorporated
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Adobe's Enterprise Renewals team is on the lookout for a driven, strategic, and customer-obsessed Inside Sales Enterprise Renewals Specialist to help shape the future of our Enterprise...

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Flow Cytometry Instrument Sales Specialist

  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will do meaningful work, that makes a positive...

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Account Executive - Splunk, SLED/Higher Ed.- WA

  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Your impact: Account Executives are individual contributors who play a vital role in driving a significant share of revenue for Splunk and Cisco....

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School Account Manager I

  • Renaissance
  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago

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Senior Account Executive

  • Canon U.S.A., Inc.
  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 23 hours ago

Senior Account Executive US-WA-Tukwila Job ID: 34296 Type: Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Sales/Business Development WA - Tukwila (Seattle) About the Role Does the art of the deal drive your day-to-day...

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Demographic Data for Seattle, WA

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Seattle, WA

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA
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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