Account Executive

About the OpportunityWe are seeking a relationship-driven Account Executive to grow and manage client partnerships across a portfolio of professional services solutions. This role is ideal for a consultative sales professional who enjoys building long-term relationships, identifying business challenges, and connecting clients with solutions that drive measurable results.The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, balancing account growth, client retention, and new business development activities. This is a highly visible role that interacts with decision-makers across a variety of industries and offers significant opportunity for career growth and earning potential.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.Identify new business opportunities within existing accounts and targeted markets.Conduct client meetings to better understand business objectives, workforce challenges, and growth initiatives.Create and execute strategic account plans to drive revenue growth and client retention.Utilize CRM tools to manage pipeline activity, track opportunities, and maintain accurate client records.Collaborate with internal teams to ensure exceptional client service and successful project execution.Generate leads through networking, referrals, industry events, community involvement, and social selling activities.Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure satisfaction and identify additional service opportunities.Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments that may impact clients.Represent the organization at professional associations, networking events, and industry functions.Qualifications2+ years of experience in business development, account management, client services, staffing, consulting, marketing services, or other professional services environments.Proven ability to build relationships and generate revenue through consultative sales techniques.Experience managing a sales pipeline and working toward performance goals.Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated ability to influence decision-makers and build credibility with business leaders.Highly organized with strong time management and follow-through skills.Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar systems.Self-motivated, competitive, and driven to achieve results while maintaining a collaborative team mindset.Ideal BackgroundsProfessional ServicesStaffing & RecruitingMarketing & Creative ServicesConsultingHuman Capital SolutionsBusiness ServicesFinancial ServicesTechnology ServicesWhat Success Looks LikeGrowing and retaining a portfolio of client accountsConsistently developing new business opportunitiesBuilding trusted advisor relationships with key stakeholdersCollaborating effectively with internal teams to deliver exceptional client outcomesBecoming a recognized resource within the local business communityLocation: Northern Milwaukee SuburbsCompensation: Base Salary + Uncapped Commission + Benefits