Account Executive

WorkWhile
United States
RemoteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward enterprise sales professionals comfortable with consultative selling and managing complex accounts. Remote work is possible for US-based candidates, but collaboration with multiple internal teams is expected.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with enterprise sales experience and a history of exceeding quota in quota-carrying roles
    — “3-5+ years of sales experience in a quota carrying, closing role”
  • Individuals who thrive in mission-driven environments with a focus on aligning incentives and solving market inefficiencies
    — “We have the audacious goal to align incentives and solve inefficiencies in the labor market”
  • Professionals who can identify and engage multiple decision-makers within a single account
    — “Experiencing breaking down accounts to identify multiple decision makers”

Things to consider

  • Remote work is possible but requires occasional in-person attendance at company offsites
    — “In-person company offsites”
  • The role requires a consultative approach, not just transactional selling
    — “Demonstrate a strong business case for WorkWhile through a consultative and value-driven sales process”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your success in enterprise sales and your ability to exceed quota consistently
    — “consistently exceeding quota”
  • Emphasize your ability to influence others through phone/Zoom and your communication skills
    — “Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence others over the phone/Zoom”
  • Demonstrate your understanding of industry trends and how they can be applied to deliver results
    — “Strategic and creative thinking that enables you to understand industry and customer trends and apply those insights to deliver business results”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • close new business
  • manage sales process
  • drive revenue
Typical background
3-5+ years of sales experience in enterprise sales

Skills & requirements

Required

SalesAccount ManagementConsultative SellingStrategic Thinking

Preferred

Light Industrial SalesHospitality SalesRetail Sales

Stack & domain

SalesConsultative SellingPresentationStaffingRecruiting

About the role

Original posting from WorkWhile via Ashby

About WorkWhile

WorkWhile is on a mission to help workers earn a better living and live better lives. 83 million Americans work hourly jobs, often with unpredictable schedules that pay close to minimum wage and offer limited benefits, leading to financial instability.

WorkWhile identifies the best hourly workers and matches them with shifts that fit their skills, location, and life. Businesses get access to a quality workforce, while workers get stable income and unmatched benefits, including next day pay, free telehealth services, and financial services.

We have the audacious goal to align incentives and solve inefficiencies in the labor market, disrupting the $650 billion staffing and recruiting market. Backed by Khosla Ventures and recognized by the Inc. 5000 for 10x growth, WorkWhile is reshaping the future of work.

About the Role

WorkWhile is looking for an experienced Account Executive with a proven track record of success to join our rapidly growing team. This role is responsible for strategic new business sales and expansion. As an Account Executive you will manage all aspects of the sales process including prospecting, lead management, qualification, customer evaluation, closing new business, and expansion. This role will be focusing on the light industrial, hospitality, and retail verticals.

The ideal candidate must have an entrepreneurial mindset, a hunger for success, and a consultative customer-centric approach.

  • Demonstrate a strong business case for WorkWhile through a consultative and value-driven sales process
  • Establish a collaborative business relationship between WorkWhile and key decision makers within target accounts
  • Meet and exceed your goals through prospecting, qualifying, managing, and closing new sales opportunities
  • Partner with account management, operations, and sales development teams to drive revenue

About you

  • 3-5+ years of sales experience in a quota carrying, closing role
  • Experience in enterprise sales.
  • A track record of success – consistently exceeding quota
  • Experiencing breaking down accounts to identify multiple decision makers
  • Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence others over the phone/Zoom
  • Strategic and creative thinking that enables you to understand industry and customer trends and apply those insights to deliver business results

Benefits & Perks

  • Hybrid work culture with office hubs in SF, NY & Toronto
  • In-person company offsites
  • Medical, dental, & vision coverage
  • Flexible time off
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • WFH stipend to support your home office needs

Target Hiring Range: $100K– $150k per year base salary

This range represents the good-faith estimate of the base salary/wage we reasonably expect to pay at the time of hire. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience, skills, and geography.

Additional Compensation:

  • Commission: This role is eligible for commission.
  • Equity: This position is eligible for [RSUs/Stock Options] as part of our long-term incentive program.

WorkWhile is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. WorkWhile has a diverse, mission-driven, and supportive culture—we look for people who want to take ownership, are energized by ambiguity, and strive to make a lasting impact. If this resonates with you, we’d love to chat!

Source: WorkWhile careers (Ashby)

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