Account Executive - Healthcare

Firstup firstup.io Open · verified Oct 18, 2026

Remote United States ChicagoSan Francisco Full-time Mid-level Account Executive

At a glance

Mid-level Account Executive role at Firstup. Remote, United States · full-time · $140,000–$150,000 base.

SalaryStated by Firstup

$140,000 – $150,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleAccount Executive

SeniorityMid-level

LocationUnited States

WorkplaceRemote

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$140,000–$150,000

PostedOct 2, 2026 · 2w ago

Also hiring inChicago, San Francisco

Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Win new accounts in your territory by connecting the platform’s differences to buyers’ needs
Plan territory outreach, guide each deal from first conversation to signature, and bring in specialists when needed
Create business cases and sales materials, then keep prospects moving with product demos
Build a qualified pipeline and use MEDDPICC and Command of the Message to prepare, advance deals, and forecast
Keep Salesforce and related records current, with accurate notes, documents, and reports

What you bring

At least ten years of strong sales results with high-value SaaS for complex enterprise problems
A track record selling to C-suite buyers at FTSE 500 companies and closing complex six- or seven-figure deals
Healthcare sales experience, which is required
A business or communications degree, or comparable professional experience

Who this fits

This remote U.S. role suits an experienced enterprise seller who can build trust with technical and business executives and manage several priorities. Healthcare sales experience is required, and travel may reach forty percent. The stated base salary range is $140,000 to $150,000 per year.

From the employer

Who We Are
At Firstup, our mission is to improve the employee experience at every moment that matters, large and small. As the communication pipeline for the world's workforce, we now serve 40 of the Fortune 100 companies, reaching and connecting more than 17 million employees daily.
Our employees are experts in the employee experience, workforce communications and technology. Joining Firstup means joining a movement to make work better for every worker. As the world’s first intelligent communication platform, Firstup meaningfully engages employees at every moment from hire to retire, and delivers engagement insights to help companies support, promote and retain their talent. Our movement has taken root and is evident in our world-class customer base. Now we need your help. Ready to make a difference in the world?

The Account Executive is responsible for new customer acquisition within an assigned territory.

Responsibilities:

Drive new business to our ideal customer profile through value-based selling and clearly articulating our platform differentiation.
Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy in the assigned territory.
Lead the sales process from the first meeting through close.
Orchestrate other roles into the sales process as appropriate – technical validation, solution consulting, professional services, etc.
Build business cases and other supporting materials to help support prospects in the buying cycle.
Stay up to date on the latest product enhancements and deliver demos for prospects.
Develop and manage a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities.
Utilize MEDDPICC and Command of the Message sales methodology to strategically prepare for calls, advance prospects in the sales process, and accurately forecast revenue.
Keep all customer information, notes, and documents up to date in Salesforce.com and other relevant systems; and provide accurate and timely reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, or commensurate professional experience.
10+ years of strong sales performance delivering high-value SaaS solutions to complex business problems in large enterprises. Including selling to the C-suite at FTSE 500 companies.
Experience managing and demonstrating success in complex sales cycles in 6 or 7-figure deals.
Driven by success, hustle, and a strong desire to win.
Team player who is collaborative, thoughtful, resourceful, and must have a genuine curiosity to solve problems.
Ability to build trust with technical and business decision-makers including C-Level buyers to win in a competitive environment.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, high-growth company environment.
Experience in Healthcare is a must
Travel up to 40%

Firstup expects the base salary for this role to be between $140,000 - $150,000. The starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.
Why Firstup? Because you care - about people, the work you do, and the connections you make. Work is such a large part of life; it only makes sense to make it awesome. If you want to engage brilliant minds in a high-growth and inclusive environment where ideas are rewarded regardless of who they come from, join us. This is a rapidly changing space so if you thrive on ambiguity, are hungry for a challenge, and have the guts to speak your mind, you could be a perfect fit. We offer an excellent PTO program, great health benefits, a casual and friendly environment, remote work, and a leadership team who truly believes in your growth – both personally and professionally. Firstup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state or local laws.