Account Executive, Deel HR | APAC

Deel; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global HR platform is seeking an Account Executive in Singapore to drive sales growth and manage relationships with clients. The successful candidate will need at least 4 years of sales experience and ideally be fluent in Mandarin. Responsibilities include growing an account list, developing territory plans, and exceeding revenue targets. This role provides competitive rewards and the opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment.

Benefits

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible remote work options

WeWork access

Qualifications

• 4+ years sales experience in a quota carrying sales role.
• Proven track record of developing a greenfield territory.
• Desire to work for a fast-paced startup.

Responsibilities

• Grow and own a targeted account list.
• Develop a territory plan for acquiring business.
• Manage the customer buying journey from start to finish.
• Meet or exceed monthly and yearly revenue targets.
• Continuously develop a robust sales pipeline.

Skills

Sales expertise

Client relationship management

Mandarin language skills

Territory planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Overview

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 6,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We''re not just building software; we''re creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction : CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Capterra, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you''ll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people''s working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $12 billion valuation and $1 Bn Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you''ll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

Summary

The Account Executive is responsible for driving sales growth by acquiring and managing relationships with all segments of clients. This role focuses on understanding client needs, presenting tailored solutions, and negotiating contracts to secure new business while expanding existing accounts. This role is essential for driving significant revenue growth and reinforcing Deel’s commitment to meeting the unique needs of its clients.

Responsibilities

• Grow and own a targeted account list
• Develop a territory plan for acquiring business with prospective companies
• Manage the customer buying journey from start to finish, providing guidance and subject matter expertise to prospective customers
• Meet or exceed monthly and yearly revenue targets
• Continuously develop a robust sales pipeline through individual outreach, collaborating with your sales development representative, and managing inbound prospects
• Keep CRM system up to date with customer information, forecasts, and pipeline data so we can learn more about our business and our sales process

Qualifications

• Geographically based in Singapore or open to Hong Kong.
• Ideally speak Mandarin as this role will require to speak to Chinese Customers
• Multi-segment sales
• 4+ years sales experience in a quota carrying sales role
• A proven track record of developing a greenfield territory, executing across the full sales cycle, and adding net new logos
• Experience in cross-functional teams to ensure customer success and satisfaction
• Desire to work for a fast-paced startup and take on increasing levels of responsibility

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all.

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location
• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country
• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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