Associate Account Executive

01A; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Equity plans

Flexible time off

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Navan is seeking Associate Account Executives to work strategically with experienced AEs to drive sales through the early, middle and late stages of a deal. You will learn Navan's playbook and gain exposure to travel and expense solutions with leading companies.

You will collaborate with veteran AEs on prospecting, discovery and deal coordination, building a strong foundation for a growth-focused sales career in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of progressive client-facing experience with senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project-management experience and ability to drive initiatives.
• Hands-on data analysis to improve processes and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Early-stage prospecting: research, outreach, discovery calls and activity logging.
• Mid-stage: map orgs, provide AE intel, nurture contacts, support MEDDPICCs.
• Late-stage: prepare materials with AE and coordinate handoff with launch team.

Skills

Client facing experience

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Job description

We’re seeking Associate Account Executives (AAE) to work strategically with experienced Account Executives (AE) to drive sales activity through the early, middle and late stages of a deal to generate closed-won business.

This is a unique opportunity to work directly with veteran AEs and get intimate exposure to the Navan sales playbook ultimately preparing you for an exciting growth path in your sales career. At Navan, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, connecting cutting-edge travel and expense solutions with industry-leading companies.

What You’ll Do:

• Early-stage sales activity: prospect research, tailored email and phone call outreach, setting and conducting discovery calls, logging and tracking daily activities
• Mid-stage sales activity: Mapping prospect org and conducting targeted outreach to identified stakeholders, provide AE with intel from continued research, nurture relevant contacts, participate in MEDDPICCs and create action plans w/ AE
• Late-stage sales activity: Prepare external presentation material with AE, prepare internal brief material with AE, coordinate with AM/launch team for proper handoff

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of progressive experience working in client facing role(s) interacting with high-level stakeholders (C Suite, VPs, Directors)
• Demonstrated project-management experience
• Hands on experience in data analysis to drive process efficiencies
• Passion for business and mapping out solutions

Pay Range

The posted pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate’s starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate’s skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity.

For roles with on-target-earnings (OTE), the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation. Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period. Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets. Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter.

$93,750 - $125,000 USD

Navan uses AI-assisted Automated Employment Decision Tool (Metaview) to assist with evaluating resumes against job qualifications for this role. All final decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Human oversight:

Metaview does not automatically reject candidates or make final hiring decisions. Our recruiters and hiring managers review all outputs and make the final hiring decision regarding every application.

Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about our processing of personal data, and your rights.

About Navan

Navan (Nasdaq: NAVN) is the global AI-powered business travel and expense platform that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com.

Culture of Excellence

Our team is our competitive edge - a high-performance group of smart, driven people committed to winning together. This dedication to excellence is why we've been recognized as Best Place to Work by Built In (2023-2026), a G2 Best Global Software Company (2025-2026), Forbes Cloud 100 (2022-2025), and CNBC Disruptor 50 (2022-2025). At Navan, we provide an environment where top talent excels, offering the autonomy and fast-paced trajectory needed to build a defining career and do the best work of your life.

Our Benefits

Navan offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your well-being, financial security, and life outside of work. Our benefits, thoughtfully tailored by country to meet local needs, include healthcare coverage, insurance offerings, and wellness resources for you and your family.

We support long-term financial growth through retirement savings programs and opportunities to participate in our equity plans, so you can share in Navan's success. To promote balance, we offer flexible time off, country-specific holidays, and paid parental leave for all new parents. Additional benefits include connectivity and commuting support*, mental health resources, and exclusive travel-related perks. Wherever you're based, our benefits evolve with you.

*Applies to select locations.

Workplace Policy

Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that's sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces - in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others - that feel welcoming. In-office perks such as company-provided lunches and happy hours create a strong team environment to help you do your best work. Our employees work from the office four days a week. Please expect this policy for all roles that are tied to an office.

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].

Candidate Privacy Notice and Use of AI

As part of the recruitment process, certain personal data may be processed using automated tools, including tools that use AI. For details on how Navan collects and uses your personal data, please review Navan's Candidate Privacy Notice.