Account Executive
An account executive (AE) is a Salesperson who builds and maintains relationships with clients. They are the primary point of contact between a client and a company.
Responsibilities
- Identify and attract new clients: AEs find potential customers and convert them into clients
- Close deals: AEs close deals with new and existing clients
- Negotiate contracts: AEs negotiate contracts with clients, including new contracts with existing clients
- Manage client relationships: AEs maintain relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction and loyalty
- Provide advice: AEs provide advice on how to create successful promotional activities and strategies
- Collaborate with teams: AEs work with marketing and product teams to develop sales strategies
- Conduct account reviews: AEs conduct quarterly and annual reviews with clients
Skills
- Communication: AEs need to be able to communicate effectively with clients
- Negotiation: AEs need to be able to negotiate contracts with clients
- Organization: AEs need to be organized and able to manage their time well
- Interpersonal skills: AEs need to have good interpersonal skills
Industries Advertising, Public relations, Financial services, and Technology companies.