Account Executive, Primary

About The Knot Worldwide

The Knot Worldwide champions celebration and empowers our people to power meaningful moments for millions around the world. We value authentic connection, shared purpose, and a deep commitment to the global community we serve. We believe the best ideas come from empowered teams that collaborate with intention to design solutions, spark ideas, and drive impact.

Role Overview

Account Executive, The Knot Worldwide (TKWW)

As an Account Executive, you will hit monthly sales goals by engaging with wedding professionals nationwide. Using a consultative approach, you’ll build rapport with business owners, advising them on industry trends and how to scale their brands using The Knot and WeddingWire advertising platforms.

This role requires a dedicated 40-hour-per-week commitment during our standard business hours of 9:00 am – 6:00 pm EST. We are looking for professionals who are ready to drive results during these peak hours. Applications for this role are being accepted on a rolling basis.

Responsibilities

• Drive Revenue: Consistently meet and exceed monthly quotas and daily activity expectations.
• Manage the Cycle: Navigate the sales pipeline from initial outreach to closing.
• High-Volume Engagement: Make a high volume of daily sales calls to identify and connect with decision-makers.
• Consultative Selling: Build strong phone rapport to uncover prospect needs and deliver persuasive presentations.
• Persistence & Negotiation: Follow up with potential clients to negotiate and close agreements.
• Operational Excellence: Organize your workday, manage your time effectively, and maintain meticulous notes in Salesforce.
• Collaborate: Partner with team members across departments to share best practices and hit collective goals.

Candidate Profile

Successful Account Executive candidates have:

• Excellent Phone Presence: Comfortable making high-volume calls and can engage others naturally.
• Goal-Oriented: Highly organized with a track record of exceeding performance targets.
• Persuasive Communicator: Confident and enthusiastic when presenting to decision-makers.
• Competitive Spirit: Thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings energy to each transaction.
• Growth Mindset: Curious, passionate, and eager to learn and evolve.

Bonuses

• 1+ years of high-volume outbound sales experience
• Proficiency with Salesforce.com or similar CRM systems

Work Model & Location

This role is fully remote and not tied to a specific office location. While there are no regular in-office requirements, remote team members are encouraged to gather for key company and team events to stay connected and engaged.

Compensation & Benefits

Starting pay is determined based on factors including location, education, experience, skills, and other qualifications. The base compensation listed reflects the base salary or equivalent and does not include bonuses, commissions, equity, or other incentives where applicable. Benefits include medical, dental, retirement, and generous leave policies.

Annual salary range: $37,000 — $53,000 USD

What We Love About You

• Commit to our customers: Act as one team, lead with head and heart, and build what matters for life’s meaningful moments.
• Raise the bar: Define “great,” innovate, learn, and move toward our shared vision.
• Be all in: Own your work, debate openly to reach the best outcomes, and commit fully.
• Celebrate impact: Measure success by outcomes, deliver value, and learn from progress and challenges.

What You Love About Us

We offer a broad range of holistic benefits to support our employees and help them live our values daily. From mental wellbeing, physical health, and financial planning to engaging perks and discounts, we celebrate and support the Moments that Matter, both in and out of the office. We provide flexible vacation, generous parental leave, and initiatives that support growth, development, and happiness.

Hybrid Working & Global Offices

Together@TKWW is our approach to hybrid work, blending the flexibility we value with meaningful opportunities to connect in person. For Together@TKWW-eligible roles, there is regular in-office time to foster collaboration and connection. For roles not eligible for in-office expectations, we support connection through virtual collaboration and intentional gatherings.

To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have office spaces in Barcelona, Spain; Delhi, India; Galway, Ireland; London, England; New York, NY; and Washington, D.C.

Legal & Privacy

US Notice: The Knot Worldwide provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company complies with applicable state and local nondiscrimination laws and prohibits workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age