WorkWhile

Account Executive

USA, United States full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

About WorkWhile
WorkWhile is on a mission to help workers earn a better living and live better lives. 83 million Americans work hourly jobs, often with unpredictable schedules that pay close to minimum wage and offer limited benefits, leading to financial instability.

WorkWhile identifies the best hourly workers and matches them with shifts that fit their skills, location, and life. Businesses get access to a quality workforce, while workers get stable income and unmatched benefits, including next day pay, free telehealth services, and financial services.

We have the audacious goal to align incentives and solve inefficiencies in the labor market, disrupting the $650 billion staffing and recruiting market. Backed by Khosla Ventures and recognized by the Inc. 5000 for 10x growth, WorkWhile is reshaping the future of work.

About the Role
WorkWhile is looking for an experienced Account Executive with a proven track record of success to join our rapidly growing team. This role is responsible for strategic new business sales and expansion. As an Account Executive you will manage all aspects of the sales process including prospecting, lead management, qualification, customer evaluation, closing new business, and expansion. This role will be focusing on the light industrial, hospitality, and retail verticals.

The ideal candidate must have an entrepreneurial mindset, a hunger for success, and a consultative customer-centric approach.

Demonstrate a strong business case for WorkWhile through a consultative and value-driven sales process

Establish a collaborative business relationship between WorkWhile and key decision makers within target accounts

Meet and exceed your goals through prospecting, qualifying, managing, and closing new sales opportunities

Partner with account management, operations, and sales development teams to drive revenue

About you

3-5+ years of sales experience in a quota carrying, closing role

Experience in enterprise sales.

A track record of success – consistently exceeding quota

Experiencing breaking down accounts to identify multiple decision makers

Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to influence others over the phone/Zoom

Strategic and creative thinking that enables you to understand industry and customer trends and apply those insights to deliver business results

Benefits & Perks

Hybrid work culture with office hubs in SF, NY & Toronto

In-person company offsites

Medical, dental, & vision coverage

Flexible time off

401(k) with employer match

WFH stipend to support your home office needs

Target Hiring Range: $100K– $150k per year base salary

This range represents the good-faith estimate of the base salary/wage we reasonably expect to pay at the time of hire. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including experience, skills, and geography.

Additional Compensation:

Commission: This role is eligible for commission.

Equity: This position is eligible for [RSUs/Stock Options] as part of our long-term incentive program.

WorkWhile is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. WorkWhile has a diverse, mission-driven, and supportive culture—we look for people who want to take ownership, are energized by ambiguity, and strive to make a lasting impact. If this resonates with you, we’d love to chat!

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Technology & IT Operations Remote Collaboration Sales Account Executive Mid level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Account Executive role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at WorkWhile?
  3. Which of Operations, Remote Collaboration and Sales have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

Prepare before the call

  • A recent example that proves your experience with Operations, Remote Collaboration and Sales.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

Ask them

  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Account Executive role because I can bring practical experience in Operations, Remote Collaboration and Sales, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes WorkWhile needs from this hire.

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