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SaaS
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Description
Emergent Software is seeking an experienced Account Executive focused on net-new client acquisition and Microsoft co-selling. This role is responsible for creating opportunities, building executive relationships, and developing a strong pipeline through direct business development and close collaboration with Microsoft field teams.
The ideal candidate has a proven track record selling complex technology solutions or professional services and can translate client business challenges into opportunities across AI, cloud, data, and custom software. Success requires a proactive, consultative approach and the ability to turn new opportunities into long-term client relationships.
Success in this role means consistently generating qualified net-new opportunities, building productive relationships across the Microsoft ecosystem, and converting pipeline into new clients and long-term strategic relationships.
With no commission limits, this role offers uncapped income potential.
Primary Duties
Drive net-new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, strategic outreach, partner relationships, and Microsoft co-sell motions.
Develop and execute a Microsoft co-sell strategy with Microsoft field sellers to identify, advance, and close joint opportunities.
Build trusted relationships with Microsoft Account Executives, Solution Specialists, Cloud Solution Architects, and partner teams.
Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities that supports revenue goals and accurate forecasting.
Develop relationships with C-level executives, senior business leaders, and technology decision-makers.
Understand client business priorities and technology needs, translating complex solutions into clear business outcomes.
Identify opportunities across AI, cloud, data, application modernization, and custom software.
Own the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through discovery, solution development, proposal, negotiation, and close.
Tools & Tech Stack
Commission Structure
Base Salary
Not disclosed — ask in interview
Commission
Yes
Ramp Period
Not mentioned — clarify timeline
Selling Motion
Prospecting
Channel / Partner
Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances
Buyer Persona
C-Suite
Selling to executive decision-makers
Territory
Greenfield
Build territory from scratch — net-new logos
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Account Executive
Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.
SaaS — Interview Intel
Typical Sales Cycle
30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)
Common Buyer Objections
- "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
- "We built something in-house already"
- "We don't have budget until next quarter"
- "Our team won't adopt another tool"
Key Industry Metrics
Hot Topics to Reference
- • AI-native product disruption
- • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
- • Vertical SaaS consolidation
- • Usage-based pricing models
Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.
Tags
Walk me through your discovery process.
Template questionHow do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?
Template questionTell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.
Template questionHow do you build business cases for stakeholders?
Template questionDescribe a deal you lost and what you learned.
Template questionAccount Executives are the revenue engine of any sales organization — this role will require strong pipeline management and closing skills.
Top SaaS reps often earn significant upside through accelerators once quota is exceeded.
Remote positions in sales offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and proactive communication with distributed teams.
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