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Account Executive Retention

Job in McLean, Fairfax County, Virginia, USA
Listing for: Gannett
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Sales Representative, Business Development, B2B Sales, Sales Development Rep/SDR
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 USD Yearly USD 40000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Account Executive - Growth & Retention

Account Advisor - Sales with Freedom, Growth & Uncapped Potential

Work Remote | Build Autonomy | Unleash Your Potential

Locali

Q, USA TODAY, is searching for a motivated, sharp Account Advisor to join our high-performing sales team. We're not just selling ads—we're empowering local businesses with sophisticated digital marketing solutions fueled by insights from millions of consumers and industry-leading expertise.

If you're driven by growth, love meaningful conversations, and want the freedom to shape your own trajectory, this role was built with you in mind.

What You'll Do
  • 70% Own your book of business – strengthen existing relationships while actively pursuing new opportunities.
  • Make ~50 outbound calls daily to key decision-makers. Build trust, identify business goals, and deliver tailored LOCALiQ solutions that generate measurable impact.
  • 30% Close new business – then transition clients to an Account Executive so you can stay focused on creating new wins.
  • Use Salesforce CRM to stay organized, manage your pipeline, and consistently hit your targets.
What You Bring
  • 2+ years of B2B sales experience (digital or media sales strongly preferred). A track record of winning business and nurturing strong client relationships.
  • Excellent communication, persuasion, and relationship-building abilities.
  • A self-starter mindset – organized, dependable, and eager to thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Why You'll Love It Here
  • $40K base salary + uncapped commission (OTE ~$60K, with top performers reaching six figures).
  • Remote-first flexibility – work from wherever you perform at your best.
  • The freedom to operate with autonomy while backed by industry-leading marketing technology and solutions.
  • A culture built on community, passion, purpose, and a people-first mindset.

Ready to take control of your sales career? Apply today and start building your future with Gannett | LOCALiQ.

#LI-JF1; #LI-Remote

The hourly rate for this role will range between $17.00 and $19.24. Base compensation reflects a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic market, education, skills, certifications, and experience.

Note:

variable compensation is not included in these figures and may apply depending on the role.

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