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Mid-Market Account Executive

Join Gong as a Mid-Market Account Executive to drive new customer acquisition and enhance sales processes in a dynamic environment.

Location
Chicago
Compensation
$160k–$210k/yr
Level
mid
Type
full time · Hybrid

Posted by employer 10 months ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago

Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago

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AI in the day-to-day

Gong harnesses the power of AI to transform how revenue teams win.

Requirements

Experience
3+ years

Not disclosed in this posting: visa sponsorship.

Benefits

401k Match Education Budget Remote Work Health Insurance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In the role of Mid-Market Account Executive at Gong, the individual will drive the entire sales process, from prospecting to closing, while ensuring a positive customer experience. Key skills include a strong background in SaaS sales, particularly with platform solutions, and a proven track record of meeting sales targets. This position is ideal for someone with at least three years of closing experience who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is eager to make a significant impact on company growth.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Gong's careers page November 10, 2026.
  • This exact title is also open at 4 other locations at Gong: Austin, Salt Lake City, New York City, San Francisco.
  • Salary band is above the typical range for Sales/Marketing roles (median ~$140,000).
  • Starts above 84% of 891 comparable mid sales/marketing roles in United States we track (median $115,000 across 191 companies).

Quick facts

Is the Mid-Market Account Executive role remote?
It's hybrid — Gong expects some on-site time in Chicago.
What's the salary range?
Gong lists $160,000–$210,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?
At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Mid-Market Account Executive role.
Where is the role based?
Gong is hiring for this position in Chicago.
What seniority level is this role?
Gong targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Mid-Market Account Executive role at Gong.

From the original posting

Gong harnesses the power of AI to transform how revenue teams win. The Gong Revenue AI Operating System unifies data, insights, and workflows into a single, trusted system that observes, guides, and acts alongside the world’s most successful revenue teams. Powered by the Gong Revenue Graph, AI-powered intelligence, specialized agents, and trusted applications, Gong helps more than 5,000 companies around the world deeply understand their teams and customers, automate critical sales workflows, and close more deals with less effort. For more information, visit www.gong.io.

As a Mid-Market Account Executive, you’ll fill a key role in acquiring new customers and creating raving fans. Being a champion of the entire sales process from start to finish, you will use your creative prospecting skills to strategically pursue net new business. Working through complex deals, your insatiable curiosity makes you a thought leader, and your drive to succeed keeps you at the top of the leaderboard. Those who challenge conventional wisdom & never settle for the status quo are strongly encouraged to apply!

As a part of Gong's sales team, you will become a master of discovery & a strategic business partner for prospective customers. You will play a huge role in our company growth journey, while navigating your own individual growth journey as well. Are you looking for the opportunity to make big waves & to perfect your craft of sales? We can't wait to meet you!

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Manage prospects from lead to close.
  • Provide an exceptional customer experience.
  • Clearly articulate and demonstrate our value proposition, creating excitement and enthusiasm among prospects.
  • Cultivate lasting relationships with customers.
  • Run and implement pilot program.
  • Maintain weekly sales forecast and achieve quota quarterly.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • You are within a commutable distance of Chicago
  • 3+ years of relevant closing experience in addition to outbound SDR/BDR experience.
  • Previous SaaS and enterprise software experience, with clear examples of closing deals $50-$250K.
  • Previous experience selling a platform solution.
  • Demonstrated success in achieving sales goals (President’s Club, Rep of the Year, etc).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience selling to sales leaders is a plus.
  • Creative, resourceful, detail-oriented, and well-organized.
  • A strong team player but still a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.
PERKS & BENEFITS
  • We offer Gongsters a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit you and your family’s needs.
  • Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle.
  • Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
  • 401(k) program to help you invest in your future.
  • Education & learning stipend for personal growth and development.
  • Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life blend.
  • Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
  • Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
  • Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment.

The annual OTE for this position is $160,000 - $210,000 USD.

Compensation is based on factors unique to each candidate, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, qualification, education, experience, and location. At Gong, we have a location-based compensation structure, which means there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. The total compensation package for this position, in addition to base compensation, may include incentive compensation, bonus, equity, and benefits. Some of our sales compensation programs also offer the potential to achieve above targeted earnings for those who exceed their sales targets.

We are always looking for outstanding Gongsters! So if this sounds like something that interests you regardless of compensation, please reach out. We may have more roles for you to consider and would love to connect.


Gong is an equal-opportunity employer. We believe that diversity is integral to our success, and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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