Associate Account Executive

Navan; Berlin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Traveltechessentialist is seeking an Associate Account Executive (AAE) in Berlin, Germany. This role is essential for developing strategic partnerships and navigating complex, multi-stakeholder sales environments.

The ideal candidate should possess a strong strategic mindset, C2 fluency in German, and at least B2 English proficiency, aiming to drive substantial deals while working closely with senior executives. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic environment focusing on elite sales methodologies.

Qualifications

• Initial full-time experience in Consulting, M&A, Private Equity, or Strategy.
• Ability to ask probing questions to uncover root problems.
• Self-starter mentality with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct deep-dive research into org charts for strategic account mapping.
• Partner with Senior AEs for targeted outreach to C-suite stakeholders.
• Map out the political landscape of prospect organizations.

Skills

Strategic mindset

C2 fluency in German

B2 fluency in English

Executive presence

Job description

At Navan, the Associate Account Executive (AAE) is the strategic partner to our Senior Account Executives on 6 and 7-figure deals. This is an elite “sales school" designed for ambitious professionals—who are ready to move away from transactional cycles and into the world of complex, multi-stakeholder Enterprise software.

The "Navan MBA" - What You’ll Master

We don’t just expect you to know the playbook; we teach it to you. You will exit this role with the expertise in:

• The MEDDPICC Framework: You’ll learn to break down complex deals into actionable steps using the gold standard of Enterprise sales methodologies.
• Executive Navigation: How to move past gatekeepers to build genuine partnerships with C-suite stakeholders.
• The Enterprise Playbook: From initial discovery to the final "Closed-Won" step, you’ll see exactly how the world’s biggest deals are won.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Account Mapping: You aren't just "prospecting." You’re conducting deep-dive research into org charts to identify pain points and map Navan’s value proposition to their bottom line.
• Deal Strategy: Partner with Senior AEs to conduct targeted outreach to C-Suite stakeholders. You aren't just setting meetings; you’re co-driving the business case.
• Intelligence Gathering: Map out the "political landscape" of prospect organizations. Who is the Economic Buyer? Who is the Champion? You’ll find out.

What We’re Looking For

• A "Strategic" Mindset: We are looking for initial full-time experience in Consulting, M&A, Private Equity, Strategy. You know how to ask the second and third layer of questions to find the real problem.
• Language Mastery: C2 fluency in German and at least B2 in English. You can navigate a complex business negotiation in both languages with ease.
• Unrivaled Drive: You are a self-starter who doesn't wait for a manual. You have a "founder" mentality—if a process is broken, you fix it; if a door is closed, you find a window.
• Strategic Thinking: You can look at a global corporation and logically deduce which stakeholders need to be involved and what their unique incentives are.
• Executive Presence: You are comfortable and articulate when speaking with VPs and C-Suite executives. You trade in value, not just features.

Equal Opportunity

Navan is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based solely on merit. We provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees without discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring.

Accommodations

Navan complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law. Navan will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability in connection with applications for employment as required by law. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, you are welcome to email us at [e-mail].