Job Title – Account Executive

About the Hiring Company

Our client is a publicly traded, enterprise software company operating in the HR technology space. They provide a unified, cloud-based platform that supports payroll, talent management, time and attendance, and compliance for mid-sized and enterprise organizations. The company is known for its strong sales culture, significant investment in training and enablement, and long-term career growth opportunities for high-performing sales professionals.

About the Role

This is a full-cycle Account Executive role focused on net new business acquisition within a defined geographic territory. The role is highly outbound and relationship-driven, with a strong emphasis on face-to-face selling and direct engagement with C-suite and senior decision-makers. Account Executives are responsible for owning the sales process from initial prospecting through close and early-stage customer onboarding support.

Responsibilities

· Prospect and close net new business within an assigned territory

· Sell to organizations with 50+ employees, engaging executives and senior decision-makers

· Conduct outbound calling, email outreach, and in-person meetings to build pipeline

· Manage the full sales cycle from first meeting through contract execution

· Maintain accurate pipeline activity and forecasting

· Advance deals through consistent in-person meetings and follow-ups

· Support new clients through the pre-implementation and go-live phase

· Maintain product expertise through ongoing training and development

· Travel up to 25 percent within territory, including occasional overnight travel

· Participate in additional projects and initiatives as needed

Qualifications

· Currently employed with a minimum of one year at current company

· Proven experience generating net new business, with at least 50 percent of sales coming from new logo acquisition

· Consistent quota attainment at or above 100 percent

· Cold calling and hunting experience required; outside sales preferred but strong inside sales profiles considered

· Experience selling to executive-level decision-makers

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven sales environment

· Willingness to travel within assigned territory

Benefits

· $100,000 total salary structure consisting of base pay and supplemental pay, plus uncapped commission

· Transportation allowance

· Comprehensive health insurance with minimal employee cost

· Paid vacation, sick, holiday, personal, and bereavement time

· 401(k) with company match

· Employee stock purchase program

· Industry-leading, in-person sales training and development

· Career mapping, mentorship, and leadership development programs

· Performance-based rewards including incentive trips and recognition programs

· Mental health, wellness, and family support benefits

· Additional financial wellness, legal assistance, and protection programs

This role is open to candidates located in: Boston, New England, New Jersey, South Jersey, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Providence, and Rochester.

About Us

At Peak Sales Recruiting, we specialize in connecting top B2B sales talent with businesses across North America. As a leading sales recruiting firm, we pride ourselves on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates. We would love to work with you to help you find your next exciting career opportunity and ensure the right match between your skills and the perfect role.

How to Apply

Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now! Submit your resume

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Code – 21215