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Account Executive - Account Management Organization

Qualtrics · Chicago, IL

Base
$82K–$100K
OTE
Not disclosed
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
9d ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

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What Qualtrics sells

Software for understanding how customers feel

A hospital wants patients to feel cared for, but its leaders often can't tell how people really feel about their visits. Experience management software helps organizations understand those feelings and act on them. Leaders can then focus on the moments that matter most to the people they serve.

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The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
Base is listed but not OTE. Ask what the variable is and how many people hit it.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
A mix of self-sourced pipeline and inbound or SDR help.
Time on market
Open 8 days.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 16 sales roles in the last 30 days.

Red flags

None spotted.

Green flags

  • Pays accelerators. Higher commission rates once you pass quota. Overperformance actually pays.
  • Clear path to promotion. The posting spells out a path to the next role, like SDR to AE. Ask how long it took the last few people and what they had to hit.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What's the OTE, and what did the median rep earn last year?

    Base is what you're guaranteed. OTE and the median show the upside.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Sell Qualtrics' Experience Management SaaS to leading brands across retail, government and healthcare, managing 30-35 clients while hunting for new business. Requires 3+ years of sales experience.

Mixed

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Not stated in the posting.Ask: “Who's the economic buyer, and who else is in the deal?”
Industry:
HealthcareIn their words: “A tight-knit, high-performing team dedicated to breaking new ground in healthcare Experience Management.”

Pipeline expectations

A mix of self-sourced pipeline and inbound / SDR support.

Compensation

$82K–$100K base

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
At Qualtrics, we create software the world’s best brands use to deliver exceptional frontline experiences, build high-performing teams, and design products people love. But we are more than a platform—we are the creators and stewards of the Experience Management category serving over 18K clients globally. Building a category takes grit, determination, and a disdain for convention—but most of all it requires close-knit, high-functioning teams with an unwavering dedication to serving our customers. When you join one of our teams, you’ll be part of a nimble group that’s empowered to set aggressive goals and move fast to achieve them. Strategic risks are encouraged and complex problems are solved together, by passing the mic and iterating until the best solution comes to light. You won’t have to look to find growth opportunities—ready or not, they’ll find you. From retail to government to healthcare, we’re on a mission to bring humanity, connection, and empathy back to business. Join over 5,000 people across the globe who think that’s work worth doing. Account Executive - Account Management Organization Why We Have This Role We are looking for someone to join our AE team with at least 3 years of successful individual sales experience with at least 1 year in a closing role. Our Account Executive team is composed of highly driven, curious individuals dedicated to closing experience gaps for leading brands. Using the Qualtrics Experience Management SaaS platform, you’ll build deep, strategic relationships while hunting for new opportunities. You’ll thrive by digging beneath surface answers to understand client needs at their core, continuously learning, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver transformative results. How You’ll Find Success - Exhibits strong curiosity and coachability, eager to learn new skills and deepen knowledge through active questioning and collaboration. - Demonstrates grit, work ethic, and motor to proactively pursue goals and drive impact. - Effectively balances relationship-building with an ability to hunt and discover new business within a large book of accounts, currently managing 30-35 clients. - Business acumen with capability to understand client structures and dynamics, acting as a culture and team builder. - Strong communicator who influences and builds trust across stakeholders at multiple levels. How You’ll Grow - Clear, structured promotion path via Qualtrics’ auto-promotion framework and continuous Career Action Planning with your manager. - Access to internal mobility platform Qmobility for additional growth opportunities. - Skill development in business acumen, complex negotiation, and consultative selling. - Opportunity to expand expertise within strategic accounts and deepen client partnerships through travel and in-person engagement. Things You’ll Do - Manage a broad book of business, with a focus on growth and expansion. - Collaborate with internal teams—including Professional Services, Implementation, and Subject Matter Experts—to align solutions with client needs. - Stay current on solution offerings and the competitive landscape to craft effective proposals and pricing strategies. - Execute a systematic approach to contract negotiations and multi-account management ensuring win-win outcomes. - Leverage your curiosity and coachability to continuously improve performance and contribute to team success. What We’re Looking For On Your Resume - Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt, with examples of overcoming skill gaps through manager collaboration. - 3 years of successful individual sales experience with at least 1 year in a closing role. - Proven track record of meeting or exceeding quota; candidates with Presidents Club or equivalent achievements preferred. - Familiarity with MEDDIC sales methodology and Salesforce.com or comparable CRM platforms. - Willingness to travel 1-3 times per quarter for client meetings. What You Should Know About This Team - Growth-focused culture valuing curiosity, high integrity, and team collaboration. - Emphasis on long-term relationship development alongside new business growth. - A tight-knit, high-performing team dedicated to breaking new ground in healthcare Experience Management. - Culture of high ownership and performance. Our Team’s Favorite Perks and Benefits - Competitive salary plus uncapped commissions and accelerators rewarding outstanding performance. - 100% merit-based promotions, driven by results and impact rather than politics or tenure. - Flexible hybrid work environment supporting jeans and dogs in the office. - Catered lunches, quarterly team socials, winter and summer parties, and extensive Qualtrics swag. - Private health insurance, annual Qualtrics Experience Bonus, wellness stipend to support your personal well-being and growth. The Qualtrics Hybrid Work Model: Our hybrid work model is elegantly simple: we all gather in the office three days a week; Mondays and Thursdays, plus one day selected by your organizational leader. These purposeful in-person days in thoughtfully designed offices help us do our best work and harness the power of collaboration and innovation. For the rest of the week, work where you want, owning the integration of work and life. #hybrid Qualtrics is an equal opportunity employer meaning that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic. ​​​​​​​Applicants in the United States of America have rights under Federal Employment Laws:Family & Medical Leave Act, Equal Opportunity Employment, Employee Polygraph Protection Act Qualtrics is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Qualtrics will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please let your Qualtrics contact/recruiter know. Not finding a role that’s the right fit for now? Qualtrics Insiders is the one-stop shop for all things Qualtrics Life. Sign up for exclusive access to content created with you in mind and get the scoop on what we have going on at Qualtrics - upcoming events, behind the scenes stories from the team, interview tips, hot jobs, and more. No spam - we promise! You'll hear from us two times a month max with fresh, totally tailored info - so be sure to stay connected as you explore your best role and company fit. For full-time positions, this pay range is for base per year; however, base pay offered within this range may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, education, skills, and experience. A sign-on bonus and restricted stock units may be included in an employment offer. Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life and disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, a wellness reimbursement, mental health benefits, and an experience bonus. For a detailed look at our benefits, visit Qualtrics US Benefits. Illinois Base Annual Pay Transparency Range $82,000-$99,500 USD
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