Account Executive (New Partner)

This position is open to candidates based in the Charlotte area with a hybrid work schedule of three days per week in office (Tues-Thurs and two days WFH). We are not offering relocation support at this time.

THE POSITION

We are looking for an Account Executive on our Sales team. This position is responsible for selling Lenders the LendingTree suite of outbound and inbound customer acquisition products.  This is a true hunter position that will require heavy prospecting, consultative selling, excellent closing skills. We are looking for a superstar who has a track record of being in the top 5% of their current and previous employers. Highly competitive compensation package. We want top performers to apply that can validate their results.  

RESPONSIBILITIES                          

• Hunt and prospect to find decision makers within assigned financial verticals
• Successfully manage multiple daily tasks within sales pipeline.  Responsible for prospecting, follow-up, selling, and onboarding new partnerships in multiple financial verticals
• Conduct business meetings with lenders’ leadership to pursue new partnerships
• Becoming the expert in assigned vertical.  Developing in depth understand of financial product, LendingTree product, sales process, onboarding and tech integration along with contract negotiations
• Daily successfully navigating between internal partners to achieve set goals
• Respond to inbound lead requests from lenders.
• Ability to present to internal and external leadership
• Track sales efforts with CRM system

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in business, marketing, or a business-related field.
• Experience in a Sales Account Executive role with B2B sales
• Track record of sales success in financial/marketing space.
• Comfortable working in a Salary Base + Commission compensation structure
• Knowledgeable in a variety of financial products
• Results driven with outstanding follow up and follow through.
• Excellent time management skills, self-sufficient, and able to work with indirect supervision.
• Quick learner, self-starter, self-motivated with an eye on closing business
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and inspire trust.
• Ability to build and use networks and relationships internally and externally.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of external and internal partners
• Ability to confront problems promptly and act decisively.
• Exhibit sound judgment and integrity.
• Proficient PC Skills.  Must demonstrate ability to prepare PowerPoint presentations, use Word and Excel.
• Must be organized with outstanding time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate outstanding problem solving and decision-making skills
• Must be adaptable to changing environment. 
• Ability to travel to trade conferences, and onsite meetings with prospects
• Excellent presentation skills

ABOUT LENDINGTREE

LendingTree is the nation’s leading online lending marketplace. We connect consumers with multiple lenders so they can easily compare options and find the right fit — from mortgages and personal loans to credit, savings, and insurance products. 
Our founder, Doug Lebda, started LendingTree in 1996 after his own frustrating house-hunting experience. What began as a simple idea to make loan shopping easier has grown into a platform that empowers millions of people to make smarter financial decisions every day.
What else you should know:

• We’re a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: TREE).
• We’ve welcomed several other companies into the LendingTree family to expand our reach and capabilities.
• We’ve built the LendingTree app and My LendingTree dashboard to give consumers tools to manage and monitor their financial health.
• We’re also committed to giving back — through philanthropic programs, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen the communities where we live and work.
• Base pay 80,000 plus commission OTE : $135,000

OUR CULTURE

We’re a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that values curiosity, creativity, and getting things done together. Our teammates are some of the brightest, most driven people you’ll meet — and we celebrate innovation, inclusion, and ownership. At LendingTree, you’ll find an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives make us stronger. We believe in working hard and supporting one another — with the flexibility and trust that help you thrive both personally and professionally.
We’re proud to offer generous benefits, wellness programs, and time-off policies designed to help you recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work every day. And yes — we still have fun doing it (our “GSD – Get Stuff Done” award is a fan favorite!)
Come grow with us, make an impact, and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and its community.
LendingTree is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion (or creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.