Account Executive Jobs in Chicago, IL
Account Executive jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, River North, and Fulton Market, where technology, financial services, and healthcare companies post the most openings. Employers actively hiring right now include Uber, Braze, and Gartner. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About this role:
The Account Executive is a field sales role responsible for client retention and growth. Account Executives build trust-based relationships with C-Level Executives and their teams. They understand the mission-critical priorities of their clients and ensure clients receive the value from the Gartner relationship that they expect, while also identifying opportunities for stronger value delivery with alternative product offerings.
Account Executives will be given a territory of Large Enterprise clients.
In our End-User Large Enterprise segment, Account Executives work with clients who have +$1bil in annual revenue.
In our Tech Vendor Large Enterprise segment, Account Executives work with clients who have +$500mil in annual revenue.
What you will do:
- Drive value delivery with current Gartner clients, ensuring clients maximize the value they receive from their Gartner services
- Identify, cultivate, qualify and close client growth opportunities through cross-sell and upsell
- Continually build a pipeline of high-quality opportunities to deliver against your sales metrics, ensuring KPI’s are met.
- Quota responsibility for your assigned territory.
- Manage complex high-revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments.
- Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
What you will need:
- 5-8+ years' B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments
- Experience selling to and/or influencing C-Level Executives
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Proven ability to own, manage, and forecast a complex sales process.
- Willingness to conduct travel as needed.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
What you will get:
- Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more!
- Uncapped commission structure
- World-class sales training programs and skill development programs
- Annual “Winners Circle” event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces inclusion
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.
We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
Gartner is the world authority on AI
At Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.
It’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. If you’re passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that’s guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.
Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 140,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.
The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 111506
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you have read and agree to the country or regional recruitment notice linked below applicable to your place of residence.
Gartner Applicant Privacy Link: https://jobs.gartner.com/applicant-privacy-policy
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About this role:
The Account Executive is a field sales role responsible for client retention and growth. Account Executives build trust-based relationships with C-Level Executives and their teams. They understand the mission-critical priorities of their clients and ensure clients receive the value from the Gartner relationship that they expect, while also identifying opportunities for stronger value delivery with alternative product offerings.
Account Executives will be given a territory of Large Enterprise clients.
In our End-User Large Enterprise segment, Account Executives work with clients who have +$1bil in annual revenue.
In our Tech Vendor Large Enterprise segment, Account Executives work with clients who have +$500mil in annual revenue.
What you will do:
- Drive value delivery with current Gartner clients, ensuring clients maximize the value they receive from their Gartner services
- Identify, cultivate, qualify and close client growth opportunities through cross-sell and upsell
- Continually build a pipeline of high-quality opportunities to deliver against your sales metrics, ensuring KPI’s are met.
- Quota responsibility for your assigned territory.
- Manage complex high-revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments.
- Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
What you will need:
- 5-8+ years' B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments
- Experience selling to and/or influencing C-Level Executives
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Proven ability to own, manage, and forecast a complex sales process.
- Willingness to conduct travel as needed.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
What you will get:
- Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more!
- Uncapped commission structure
- World-class sales training programs and skill development programs
- Annual “Winners Circle” event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces inclusion
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.
Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.
Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.
We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.
Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.
We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.
Gartner is the world authority on AI
At Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.
It’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. If you’re passionate about AI and want to be part of a team that’s guiding the leaders who shape the world, Gartner is the place for you.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.
In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.
Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.
Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 140,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.
The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.
Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com.
Job Requisition ID: 111506
By submitting your information and application, you confirm that you have read and agree to the country or regional recruitment notice linked below applicable to your place of residence.
Gartner Applicant Privacy Link: https://jobs.gartner.com/applicant-privacy-policy
For efficient navigation through the application, please only use the back button within the application, not the back arrow within your browser.
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Who's Hiring
- Uber13
- Braze11
- Gartner10
- Rippling9
- SentiLink9
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software148
- Consulting & Professional Services45
- Insurance18
- Marketing & Advertising18
- Transportation & Logistics12
Account Executive Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a account executive job in Chicago?
The strongest path into Chicago's account executive market is targeting the sectors that hire most aggressively here: enterprise software companies clustered in Fulton Market and the West Loop, financial technology firms in the Loop, and healthcare and insurance companies headquartered across the North Side. Candidates with a demonstrable book of business, familiarity with Chicago's mid-market B2B landscape, and experience selling into enterprise procurement teams consistently stand out from the field.
Which companies hire account executives in Chicago?
Chicago account executive roles are posted by Uber, Braze, and Gartner and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. The city's employer mix leans heavily toward SaaS scale-ups, regional financial services firms, and large healthcare and insurance organizations, many of which maintain major sales operations in the Loop and River North.
Are there remote account executive jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though availability depends on the role type, because account executive work tied to in-person client relationships or field sales is rarely fully remote. About 54% of account executive openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at enterprise software and fintech companies headquartered downtown. Inside sales and SaaS-focused roles tend to offer the most flexibility.
How can I get a account executive job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Chicago is landing a sales development representative or business development representative role at one of the city's many SaaS or fintech companies, particularly those in Fulton Market or the West Loop that run structured SDR-to-AE promotion tracks. Chicago's dense mid-market B2B ecosystem means strong performance in an inside sales role at a local tech company often converts directly into an account executive promotion within 12 to 18 months.
Which industries hire the most account executives in Chicago?
Most account executive openings in Chicago sit in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Insurance, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Chicago's role as a headquarters city for major insurance carriers, trading and fintech firms, and a growing cohort of enterprise software companies makes it one of the strongest B2B sales markets in the Midwest.
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