Warm Hires
← All jobs
Freshworks logo

Account Executive - Mid-Market

Freshworks · Sales & marketing tech
Hybrid, 3 days/week in office: Boston, MA; must live near Downtown Boston, MA (in office Tue-Thu)
Account Executive$100k–$130k base · $200k–$260k OTE

Opens the job on Freshworks's own careers site. Some companies ask you to create an account or click through another page first.

At a glance

What you'd actually do: Prospect, run discovery and close deals selling ITSM and employee experience software to mid-market companies of 500-1,000 employees.

Pay
$100k–$130k base · $200k–$260k OTE
$100k-$130k base with 50/50 pay mix (variable equals base), so OTE about $200k-$260k
Where you work
Hybrid, 3 days/week in office: Boston, MA; must live near Downtown Boston, MA (in office Tue-Thu)
Selling to
mid-market IT and support teams
How you'd sell
Mostly outbound (cold calls, emails)
Experience asked
3+ years

Your game plan for this job

0 of 5 done

Most people just hit Apply. Do these first and you show up with someone on the inside.

  1. 1
    Pick 2–3 people at Freshworks
    We found 42 current reps: 3 SDRs, 31 AEs, 5 living near this job. SDRs reply the most; they were in your shoes recently. See them ↓
  2. 2
    Send a short, curious note
    Ask about their experience, not for a referral. We write it for you, with the role and what Freshworks sells.
  3. 3
    Have a 15-minute chat
    Good questions for this role:
    • What was your path from SDR to where you are now?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
    • The role is mostly outbound. How much is calling vs. email vs. LinkedIn?
    • How is the team doing on quota? What separates the people who hit it?
  4. 4
    Apply, ideally with a referral
    If the chat went well, ask if they'd refer you or point you to the hiring manager. Then apply and let them know so they can flag it.
  5. 5
    Prep for the role play
    SDR interviews almost always end in a mock cold call. Practice with the Freshworks cheat sheet and the role-play guide.

Talk to someone at Freshworks before you apply

A friendly message to a current rep is the best way to stand out. Ask about their experience, not for a referral.

  • CC
    Chris Cortez
    Account Manager
    📍 Greater Boston
    AE
    ● Lives near this job (Boston area)

    Account Manager at Freshworks

    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18
  • CR
    Connor Reagan
    Lead Account Manager
    📍 Boston, Massachusetts
    AE
    ● Lives near this job (Boston area)
    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18
  • MG
    Miles Goodwin
    Lead Mid-Market Account Manager
    📍 Greater Boston
    AE
    ● Lives near this job (Boston area)
    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18
  • RC
    Ryan Charter
    Lead Account Executive
    📍 Boston, Massachusetts
    AE
    ● Lives near this job (Boston area)

    Account Executive @ Freshworks

    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18
  • BK
    Blake Kiser
    Commercial Account Executive
    📍 Denver, Colorado
    AE
    ● Lives near the Denver, CO office
    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18
  • BR
    Brandon Rikkers
    Lead Account Manager
    📍 Denver, Colorado
    AE
    ● Lives near the Denver, CO office

    SaaS Commercial Leader

    Confirmed at Freshworks Oct 18

"Lives near" uses the location on their public profile, not where they work from. From public search results. Is this you? Ask to be removed

Full job description

Company Description

Organizations everywhere struggle under the crushing costs and complexities of “solutions” that promise to simplify their lives. To create a better experience for their customers and employees. To help them grow. Software is a choice that can make or break a business. Create better or worse experiences. Propel or throttle growth. Business software has become a blocker instead of ways to get work done.

There’s another option. Freshworks. With a fresh vision for how the world works.

At Freshworks, we build uncomplicated service software that delivers exceptional customer and employee experiences. Our enterprise-grade solutions are powerful, yet easy to use, and quick to deliver results. Our people-first approach to AI eliminates friction, making employees more effective and organizations more productive. Over 72,000 companies, including Bridgestone, New Balance, Nucor, S&P Global, and Sony Music, trust Freshworks’ customer experience (CX) and employee experience (EX) software to fuel customer loyalty and service efficiency. And, over 4,500 Freshworks employees make this possible, all around the world.

Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.

Job Description

At Freshworks, we believe great employee experiences start with great people — and that includes you. We're growing fast, and we're looking for a

Mid-Market Account Executive

who's passionate about building relationships, solving meaningful problems, and shaping the future of work.

In this role, you'll partner with mid-sized businesses (500 - 1,000 employees) to help them enhance their employee experience (EX) with thoughtful, human-centered solutions. You'll guide customers through the buying journey with a consultative approach, connecting their needs with the tools that empower teams, streamline onboarding, and support IT service management.

This is more than just a sales role — it's about impact, collaboration, and growth.

What You'll Do:

Be a Trusted Advisor:

Lead value-based conversations with mid-market customers to understand their needs around ITSM, onboarding, and employee engagement, and offer tailored solutions that drive real impact.

Drive Smart Growth:

Build and manage a healthy pipeline through proactive prospecting, virtual selling, and meaningful discovery.

Navigate with Empathy:

Work closely with buying teams, creating trust and clarity throughout the decision-making process.

Own the Deal:

Manage and close mid-sized opportunities with confidence, from negotiation through final agreement.

Collaborate Across Teams:

Partner with our Marketing, Solutions Engineering, and Customer Success teams to ensure a seamless experience for every customer.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in SaaS or mid-market sales, with a track record of exceeding targets and building strong customer relationships
  • A natural communicator who knows how to listen deeply, ask the right questions, and drive value
  • Solid understanding of SaaS platforms — bonus points if you've worked with employee experience (EX) solutions
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment where your ideas are valued
  • A consultative, adaptable, and thoughtful approach — you're strategic but also hands-on when needed

Additional Information

Please note this is a hybrid role with onsite expectations of 3x/week (Tuesday - Thursday) from our Downtown Boston, MA office.

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000. This role is eligible for a target bonus and operates under a 50/50 pay mix (50% base salary, 50% variable compensation).

Compensation is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to location, experience, job-related skills, and level. Bonus/equity may be available.

At Freshworks, we have fostered an environment that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion, welcoming colleagues of all backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and ethnicities. We are committed to providing equal opportunity and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer environment that boosts the goals of our employees, communities, and business.

Fresh vision. Real impact. Come build it with us.

View the original posting ↗

Similar jobs

Gong logo

Commercial Account Executive

Gong · Sales & marketing tech
Hybrid, 3 days/week in office: Chicago; must live near Chicago metro area, within commutable distance of the office
AE$130k–$145k OTEGrowth stage
Still open · always hiring (they keep this posting up and hire in groups)
Outreach logo

Account Executive, Commercial

Outreach · Sales & marketing tech
Remote (US); offices in Seattle, WA
AE$80k–$165k baseGrowth stage9 insiders to talk to
Still open · posted yesterday