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J202606103 Account Executive (Entry Level)

Confidential ClientSoftware & Technology
Entry LevelFull-timeHybrid$74,055
Newark, New Jersey
18 Hours Ago

The Entry-Level Account Executive at Confidential Client is a hybrid role focused on building customer relationships, generating new business opportunities, and managing the sales cycle. This position offers hands-on training, mentorship, and a structured career path to develop in-demand sales skills while working both remotely and through local customer visits. The role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and a growth-oriented mindset to drive sales results and career advancement.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Role Overview

This entry-level Account Executive role is a hybrid, field-focused sales position based near Northern New Jersey / Staten Island (Newark, NJ area). Our client seeks an ambitious, coachable early-career sales professional to build relationships, generate pipeline, and grow into a high-performing Account Executive. No prior sales experience is required — full training, mentoring, and modern sales tools are provided.


What You’ll Do

  • Grow existing accounts and develop new business opportunities
  • Prospect and connect with customers via phone, email, LinkedIn, and in-person visits
  • Conduct regular local customer visits (approx. 2–3 days per week)
  • Qualify opportunities and manage them through the full sales cycle
  • Recommend solutions that meet customer needs and deliver value
  • Collaborate with teammates and other internal stakeholders to ensure a great customer experience
  • Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline to drive earnings and career growth

Qualifications

We prioritize potential and a growth mindset. Minimum qualifications and preferred traits:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Motivated, coachable, and results-driven attitude
  • Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively
  • Comfortable learning new sales technologies and tools
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally 2–3 days per week
  • Eligible to work in the United States

(Posting adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local hiring laws, including non-discrimination and accommodation requirements.)


Compensation & Benefits

  • Year 1 On-Target Earnings (OTE): $60,000 – $116,000
  • Base Salary: $60,000
  • Target Commission: $56,048 (uncapped commission potential)
  • Monthly car allowance
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Structured training program, ongoing coaching, and defined advancement path

Work Model & Location

  • Hybrid role: mix of remote, office, and local field work
  • Candidate should be based near Northern New Jersey / Staten Island (Newark, NJ area) and able to visit customers locally 2–3 days per week

Why Join

  • Structured career path from entry-level to full Account Executive
  • Hands-on training and dedicated mentorship
  • Modern sales tools and a collaborative, people-first culture
  • Opportunities for career growth, higher earnings, and professional development

Additional Information

Careertakes supports reasonable accommodations during the hiring process. If you need assistance, please indicate it in your application or contact the Careertakes support resources.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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