Account Executive II

Account Executive II

Location: Chicago, IL, United States

Date Posted: Apr 20, 2026 Category: Sales

What We're Looking For:

Are you an Account Executive ready to take on a new challenge at Meltwater? We're on the lookout for talented individuals like yourself to join our dynamic team and lead the charge in seizing new business opportunities. As an Account Executive in the ever-evolving world of SaaS, you'll be at the forefront of our sales efforts, reporting directly to the Sales Director. Joining Meltwater means immersing yourself in a culture of continuous growth and development. Our environment is tailored to nurture your leadership skills, encourage collaboration, and uphold principles of inclusive leadership. Collaborate with seasoned professionals and influential leaders who are committed to guiding you towards success. Partner with us, and you'll integrate into a vibrant community that recognizes and celebrates your contributions, empowering you to make a meaningful impact. Let's embark on this journey together as we redefine the landscape of sales management and drive impactful change!

What You'll Do:

• Identify opportunities within the dynamic mid-market segment, driving targeted outreach initiatives and harnessing the momentum generated by our proactive Business Development and Marketing teams.
• Captivate potential clients with engaging product demonstrations and persuasive sales presentations that showcase the value of Meltwater's solutions.
• Tailor carefully crafted proposals that not only address client needs but also exceed expectations, setting the stage for lasting partnerships.
• Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the purchasing journey, guiding prospects with confidence and clarity through solution exploration and pricing considerations.
• Champion win-win outcomes through skilled negotiation of contract terms and pricing, ensuring alignment and satisfaction on all fronts.
• Seize every opportunity for growth by identifying upselling opportunities and nurturing relationships beyond the initial sale, fostering loyalty and trust.
• Thrive in a results-driven environment by consistently surpassing sales targets and securing deals at competitive price points.
• Foster seamless integration and ongoing success by collaborating closely with internal teams, leveraging collective expertise to deliver unparalleled customer experiences.

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher, showcasing your academic excellence and providing a solid foundation for success in this role.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business-to-business sales is required, with a strong track record of success.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex value propositions, ensuring clarity and alignment with clients.
• Proven results-oriented mindset, with a track record of consistently achieving and surpassing sales targets.
• Ability to identify upsell opportunities and maintain ownership of accounts, driving continued growth and satisfaction.
• Proactivity in conducting targeted outreach and lead generation activities, demonstrating initiative and resourcefulness.
• Excellent organizational skills, including adept management of the customer purchase process and proficient negotiation of contract terms.
• Collaborative mindset, capable of coordinating seamlessly with internal teams for successful implementation and client satisfaction.
• Baseline knowledge of various Selling Methodologies such as SPICED, MEDDPICC, BANT, or SANDLER preferable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to embrace the best of both worlds with our hybrid work schedule. This role requires you to be in the office 3 days a week.
• The ability to legally work in the country of hire is required for this position.

What We Offer:

• Flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance.
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
• 401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans
• Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
• Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
• Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.

Compensation Overview

At Meltwater, we believe great impact deserves great reward. Our compensation approach is data-driven, market-informed, and built to scale with your growth. We benchmark roles against external market data and use structured leveling frameworks to ensure fairness, consistency, and internal equity across teams and geographies.

These frameworks are based on objective, gender-neutral criteria in line with applicable pay transparency regulations.

For this role, the base salary range is $53,000-$71,000 USD.

The expected On-Target Earnings (OTE) range is $112,000-$150,000, inclusive of base salary and performance-based variable pay.

Actual offers are determined based on job-related skills, experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location. We typically hire within the range in a way that supports long-term growth, recognizing that compensation evolves as scope, performance, and impact expand over time.

We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity analyses to help ensure our decisions remain fair, objective, and market-aligned. Employees and candidates may request additional information on how compensation is determined, in line with local legal requirements.

Our Talent Acquisition Team is happy to walk you through the full compensation picture specific to your location and level during the interview process.

When you'll join: April 2026

Our Story: At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right environment, great things happen. Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around the world to make better business decisions through data. But we can't do that without our global team of developers, innovators, problem-solvers, and high-performers who embrace challenges and find new solutions for our customers. Our award-winning global culture drives everything we do and creates an environment where our employees can make an impact, learn every day, feel a sense of belonging, and celebrate each other's successes along the way. We are innovators at the core who see the potential in people, ideas and technologies. Together, we challenge ourselves to go big, be bold, and build best-in-class solutions for our customers. We're proud of our diverse team of 2,200+ employees in 50 locations across 25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you'll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to unlock new heights in your career. We are Meltwater. Inspired by innovation, powered by people.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations.

Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world. We may use AI to assist in aspects of our hiring process, such as reviewing candidate information and supporting evaluation activities. These tools are used only to assist our team through increased efficiencies. Every output continues to be reviewed by humans, and all hiring decisions are made by humans. We remain committed to evaluating candidates fairly, consistently, and in compliance with all applicable laws.