Associate Account Executive

Improving
Improving

Sales & Business Development · Full-time

Posted on Oct 3, 2026

Associate Account Executive

Full-Time | Houston, TX | United States

We are seeking a motivated, early-career sales professional to join our team as an Associate Account Executive. This is a full-cycle sales role designed for individuals looking to grow into a consultative technology sales career. You'll build relationships, support opportunity development, and learn how to sell complex IT professional services, all with hands-on coaching and mentorship from experienced sellers. The ideal candidate is curious about technology and consulting, coachable, and ready to build the foundational skills of a long-term sales career.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support partner-associated sales efforts and joint account planning.
  • Conduct prospect research and assist with discovery preparation and follow-up.
  • Learn to identify client needs and align them with Improving's services.
  • Manage and maintain sales pipeline activity.
  • Participate in client meetings, presentations, and solution discussions.
  • Build foundational skills in pricing, proposals, and commercial conversations.
  • Collaborate closely with delivery, recruiting, and partner teams.

Required Qualifications:

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in sales, business development, recruiting, customer success, or a related client-facing role.
  • Strong interest in technology, consulting, or professional services sales.
  • Curious, coachable, and motivated to learn and grow.
  • Comfortable communicating with internal teams and external partners.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and strong in follow-through.
  • Must be based in Houston and willing to work a hybrid schedule.