Senior Level Major Account Executive Jobs
Senior level major account executive jobs place experienced closers in command of strategic account portfolios, complex deal cycles, and the cross-functional teams or junior reps who support them. Openings concentrate across Technology & Software, Cybersecurity, and Construction & Real Estate, with a 30% remote and hybrid mix, and employers like Arista Networks, Fortinet, and Datadog hiring at this level now.
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Your work days are brighter here.
We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.
About the Team
Workmates pride themselves on winning while having fun! That means supporting each other while driving accountability for amazing results and performance. This team is no different. Everything we do inspires a brighter work day for all. The Enterprise Sales team at Workday helps the company to continue to grow by balancing integrity and innovation, ensuring Workmates have the environment to bring their best self, and get better by pushing and developing themselves and the Workmates around them.About the Role
Here at Workday, our Account Executives are key players in our Field Sales organization. Our Customer Base sales team uses their extensive experience and consultative selling skills to initiate and support sales of Workday Solutions within Workday’s existing customers. This fantastic team of hardworking professionals play a key role in driving incremental add-on business into strategic major accounts. As a team, we believe that partnering with our customers to craft relevant solutions that deliver long lasting value is super important. We want to make sure that our customers are positively satisfied from day one and forever ongoing. In this role, you will: •Be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers with a focus on upselling via deal management •Perform account planning for assigned accounts, coordinating with pre-sales and other resources to ensure strategic alignment •Drive strategic add-on and renewal business of Workday solutions within Major Account customers •Coordinate cross functionally with Workday’s internal teams (pre-sales, digital, value & bid-management, marketing, technical and sales support)About You
Basic Qualifications •8+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP / HCM / Financial / Planning / or Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position. •8+ years experience collaborating with internal teams (pre-sales, value, inside sales) to achieve quota and run multiple deals at once •8+ years experience managing 18+ month long sales cycles end to end and nurturing the relationship throughout •8+ years experience forming relationships at the executive level within both existing and new business units; while sharing Workday value propositions Other Qualifications •Understanding of the strategic competitive landscape by staying up to date with trends and customer needs so you can effectively position Workday solutions within accounts •Able to quickly establish trust with key stakeholders •Experience partnering with internal team members on account strategies for short and long term territory management •Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Workday Pay Transparency Statement
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here .
Primary Location: USA.NY.Home OfficePrimary Location Base Pay Range: $131,200 USD - $196,800 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $131,200 USD - $196,800 USD
Our Approach to Flexible Work
With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.
Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
At Workday, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point, please email accommodations@workday.com .
Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!
At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers.
Please be aware of sites that may ask for you to input your data in connection with a job posting that appears to be from Workday but is not.
In addition, Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday.
Your work days are brighter here.
We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most. The minute you join, you’ll feel it. Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other. Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care. We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive. Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back. In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul. So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.
About the Team
Workmates pride themselves on winning while having fun! That means supporting each other while driving accountability for amazing results and performance. This team is no different. Everything we do inspires a brighter work day for all. The Enterprise Sales team at Workday helps the company to continue to grow by balancing integrity and innovation, ensuring Workmates have the environment to bring their best self, and get better by pushing and developing themselves and the Workmates around them.About the Role
Here at Workday, our Account Executives are key players in our Field Sales organization. Our Customer Base sales team uses their extensive experience and consultative selling skills to initiate and support sales of Workday Solutions within Workday’s existing customers. This fantastic team of hardworking professionals play a key role in driving incremental add-on business into strategic major accounts. As a team, we believe that partnering with our customers to craft relevant solutions that deliver long lasting value is super important. We want to make sure that our customers are positively satisfied from day one and forever ongoing. In this role, you will: •Be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with existing customers with a focus on upselling via deal management •Perform account planning for assigned accounts, coordinating with pre-sales and other resources to ensure strategic alignment •Drive strategic add-on and renewal business of Workday solutions within Major Account customers •Coordinate cross functionally with Workday’s internal teams (pre-sales, digital, value & bid-management, marketing, technical and sales support)About You
Basic Qualifications •8+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP / HCM / Financial / Planning / or Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position. •8+ years experience collaborating with internal teams (pre-sales, value, inside sales) to achieve quota and run multiple deals at once •8+ years experience managing 18+ month long sales cycles end to end and nurturing the relationship throughout •8+ years experience forming relationships at the executive level within both existing and new business units; while sharing Workday value propositions Other Qualifications •Understanding of the strategic competitive landscape by staying up to date with trends and customer needs so you can effectively position Workday solutions within accounts •Able to quickly establish trust with key stakeholders •Experience partnering with internal team members on account strategies for short and long term territory management •Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Workday Pay Transparency Statement
The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here .
Primary Location: USA.NY.Home OfficePrimary Location Base Pay Range: $131,200 USD - $196,800 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $131,200 USD - $196,800 USD
Our Approach to Flexible Work
With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.
Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
At Workday, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring experience where all candidates can fully demonstrate their skills. If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point, please email accommodations@workday.com .
Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at Workday about our Employee Referral process!
At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers.
Please be aware of sites that may ask for you to input your data in connection with a job posting that appears to be from Workday but is not.
In addition, Workday will never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services, in order to apply for a job at Workday.
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Who's Hiring
- Arista Networks10
- Fortinet8
- Datadog6
- T-Mobile3
- Workday2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software30
- Cybersecurity8
- Construction & Real Estate4
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Energy3
Senior Level Major Account Executive Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level major account executive job?
Employers at this level want candidates who can demonstrate ownership of large, complex accounts and a history of closing multi-stakeholder enterprise deals without heavy oversight. Highlight your ability to build executive relationships, manage lengthy sales cycles, and mentor junior account executives. A background in solution selling, territory expansion, or consistent quota performance above plan will set you apart from mid-level candidates.
Which companies hire senior level major account executives?
Companies hiring senior level major account executives right now include Arista Networks, Fortinet, and Datadog, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in enterprise software, technology services, and professional solutions firms where large account relationships directly drive revenue.
Are there remote senior level major account executive jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and account territory. About 30% of senior level major account executive openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how enterprise sales teams have adapted to distributed work. Some roles still require on-site presence in a regional hub or regular travel to key accounts, so review each listing carefully.
What makes a major account executive role senior level?
Senior level major account executive roles are defined by scope and autonomy. You own a portfolio of named enterprise or strategic accounts, set account plans independently, and are expected to expand relationships without being directed deal by deal. These roles also carry mentoring responsibility, often requiring you to coach associate or mid-level reps, and involve cross-functional coordination with product, legal, and executive teams.
Which industries hire the most senior level major account executives?
Senior Level major account executive roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Cybersecurity, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors rely on long-term, high-value client relationships, making experienced account executives who can manage complex renewals and expansions essential to sustaining revenue.