Account Executive - Hire or get hired

Your guide to the Account Executive Role: Salary & hiring tips

Recruiting an Account Executive or looking for your next Account Executive job?

 

As a specialist recruitment agency in Sales, we work with top Account Executives and senior sales leaders across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Whether you're looking to hire a permanent Account Executive or need a contract financial executive to guide your business through change, our recruitment consultants have the expertise and market insight to help.
We’ve placed dozens of senior sales professionals into roles across industries, from ASX-listed corporations to fast-growing SMEs. Our understanding of the talent landscape allows us to connect employers with sales professionals who not only meet technical requirements but align with leadership and cultural needs too.


Whether you're an employer seeking a skilled Account Executive or a candidate ready for your next career move, we can help.


Submit your resume or request top talent today – our expert Sales recruiters are ready to assist.

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How to hire an Account Executive:

Our recruitment process

Step 1: Initial Consultation and Role Briefing
Our process begins with a detailed consultation. We meet with you to understand the role, required skills, experience level, and cultural fit. This ensures the search is tailored to your business needs.


Step 2: Candidate Sourcing and Advertising
Once the brief is clear, we promote your vacancy across job boards, LinkedIn, our AI tools, and internal database. Our recruiters also headhunt passive candidates, ensuring you reach both active job seekers and hidden talent.


Step 3: Screening and Shortlisting
We review applications, conduct phone or video interviews, verify qualifications, and check references. Only the top candidates are shortlisted, saving you time and ensuring you meet the most suitable professionals.


Step 4: Interviews and Employer Selection
Shortlisted candidates are presented to you for interview. We manage scheduling, prepare candidates, and provide you with market insights to help evaluate and compare applicants effectively.


Step 5: Offer Negotiation and Onboarding Support
After you choose your preferred candidate, we assist with salary negotiations, and manage counter-offers. We also follow up after placement to ensure long-term success.

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