Account Executive – Financial Services

81 North; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

81 North is seeking an experienced Account Executive to enhance relationships within the financial services sector. This role is ideal for sales professionals who thrive on building relationships and developing new business opportunities.

The successful candidate will manage existing client accounts and pursue new business opportunities, working closely with hiring managers and technology leaders.

Expect strong support and a path to a lucrative career in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in business development, account management, or technology sales.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow relationships within existing client accounts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Manage the sales process from outreach through to account growth.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Business development

Self-motivation

Job description

Our client, a nationally recognized technology consulting and staffing firm, is seeking an Account Executive to help grow and expand an established relationship within the financial services sector.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business, and working closely with clients to identify talent and consulting solutions.

What You'll Do

• Develop and grow relationships within existing client accounts, including a major regional banking organization
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within financial services and related industries
• Build relationships with hiring managers, technology leaders, and business stakeholders
• Partner with recruiting and delivery teams to provide talent solutions for clients
• Manage the sales process from initial outreach through placement and account growth

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of business development, account management, staffing, recruiting, or technology sales experience
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Self-motivated with a desire to grow a book of business
• Experience in staffing, professional services, technology sales, or financial services is a plus
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a supportive team

Why This Opportunity

• Access to an established client relationship with significant growth potential
• Strong recruiting and delivery support
• Opportunity to build a long-term career with a well-established organization
• Entrepreneurial environment with visibility and growth opportunities

Compensation

Successful Account Executives have the opportunity to earn well into six figures while building long-term client relationships and expanding strategic accounts.