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    Account Executive

    Emergent Software

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    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

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    About this role

    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

    Outreach

    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

    Prospecting·Required skill
    Negotiation·Required skill
    C-Suite Selling·Required skill

    Typical Day — Account Executive

    Stakeholder meetings3–5/week
    Executive presentations2–3/week
    Business cases & RFPs1–2/week
    Forecast & pipeline2×/week
    Champion coachingDaily

    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

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    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

    sales
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    Walk me through your discovery process.

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    How do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?

    Template question
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    Tell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.

    Template question
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    How do you build business cases for stakeholders?

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    Describe a deal you lost and what you learned.

    Template question
    Research Emergent Software's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    Account 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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