Enterprise Account Executive

About the Role

At Okta, we believe in choosing the path of high ambition, long-term impact, and constant innovation over the status quo. As an Enterprise Account Executive, you will take full ownership of driving growth across your territory by acquiring net-new logos, expanding existing enterprise relationships, and partnering with key regional influencers.

Supported by Okta's ecosystem, you will execute high-impact sales strategies to build pipeline, accelerate deal cycles, and deliver predictable ARR growth. This is an opportunity to lead complex, six-figure enterprise sales from initial engagement through contract execution, positioning Okta as a strategic identity partner.

What You’ll Do

• Drive Ambitious Growth: Consistently deliver against ARR targets to support 40%+ YOY growth by executing a long-term strategy for net-new logo generation.
• Land & Expand: Identify ideal client profiles, uncover new opportunities, and deepen Okta's footprint across enterprise organizations using a Land, Adopt, Expand, and Deepen model.
• Orchestrate Complex Enterprise Deals: Lead end-to-end sales cycles from prospecting through negotiation and closing, framing Okta’s platform around tangible business value.
• Put Customers First: Embody Okta’s core value—Always Love Our Customers—by solving genuine business challenges and delivering long-term value over short-term wins.
• Leverage the Ecosystem: Collaborate across internal teams (Solutions Engineering, Business Value Management, Customer Success) and external channel/alliance partners to unlock new opportunities.
• Lead with Integrity & Polish: Engage C-suite stakeholders with active listening, clear communication, and executive presence, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor on Okta's platform.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven Track Record: Extensive experience in enterprise cloud software field sales, with a documented history of meeting/exceeding quotas and closing six-figure deals.
• Domain Expertise: Experience selling complex SaaS/Cloud solutions across Identity, Security, Infrastructure Management, App Dev, or Business Applications.
• Strategic Sales Mastery: Experience with consultative selling methodologies (e.g., MEDDPICC, Challenger) and a track record of thriving in fast-changing, high-growth environments.
• Executive Presence: Strong communication, active listening, and presentation skills needed to engage and negotiate with C-level executives.
• Partner-First Mindset: Proven ability to leverage channel partners and alliance ecosystems to expand reach and accelerate deal velocity.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience); MBA is a plus.

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