Account Executive, Deel HR | APAC

Deel; Singapore; Remote; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS company in Singapore is looking for an Account Executive to drive sales growth by acquiring and managing relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of sales experience and a proven ability to develop territories. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced startup environment with competitive pay and flexible remote work options.

Benefits

Stock grant opportunities

Flexible remote work

WeWork access

Qualifications

• 4+ years sales experience in a quota-carrying role.
• Proven track record of developing a greenfield territory.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams for customer success.

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 through outreach.

Skills

Multi-segment sales experience

Mandarin language ability

Quotas carrying sales experience

Job description

Overview

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. 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, Deel’s team spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and fosters a connected culture focused on continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies by removing barriers to hiring and career growth. In 2024, Deel paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries, ensuring people are paid and protected no matter where they are.

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

Qualifications

• Geographically based in Singapore or open to Hong Kong
• Ideally speak Mandarin as this role will require speaking 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.

Some things you’ll enjoy

• 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

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourages 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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