Account Executive

• 1st Year Total On-Target Earnings (OTE): $125,000 per annum (base + performance incentives)

At Leyton, we’re not your average consulting firm. We’re a team of passionate innovators, financial strategists, and opportunity creators helping businesses of all sizes reach their full potential. As we continue our rapid growth in North America, we’re looking for a results-driven Account Executive/Business Development Executive to join our high-performing U.S. sales team.

Leyton is a global innovation funding consultancy,
founded in 1997, with over 5,000 employees and 25+ offices across 15 countries including offices in Boston, San Francisco, Houston, New York, Phoenix ,
Montreal, Toronto, Alberta, and Vancouver, . Our mission is to enhance the financial performance of businesses without disrupting their core operations. In Canada, Leyton specializes in Innovation Incentives (SR&ED), Sales Tax Recovery, Property Tax Consultancy, Real Estate Appraisal & Valuation, and recruitment solutions through Leyton Match. In the U.S., our expertise spans seven tax products, including R&D Tax Credit, Employee Retention Credit, Energy Efficiency Incentives, Grants, and more.

As a Business Development Executive/Account Executive, your mission is to generate new business opportunities in the USA, targeting businesses operating in the innovation space. You will be supported by a collaborative inside sales team, both onshore and offshore, and work closely with our consultants and leadership teams to drive results.

• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities through market research, networking, and strategic outreach
• Build and manage a robust pipeline while nurturing relationships with key stakeholders
• Own the full sales cycle from prospecting and meeting decision-makers to closing deals and onboarding
• Develop and present tailored value propositions that address client challenges and deliver measurable results
• Collaborate with consultants, internal teams, and partners to drive referrals and maximize client impact
• Train and coach the inside sales team to generate qualified leads aligned with your strategy
• Support the development and execution of regional go-to-market strategies
• Meet and exceed monthly KPIs and annual revenue targets
• Manage existing client accounts with a focus on retention and expansion

• Proven experience selling Tax Credits, tax advisory, and State and Local Tax (SALT) solutions to U.S. companies is considered a strong asset.
• Quota-achieving sales experience in a closing role
• Consultative selling skills, with the ability to tailor solutions to client needs
• High-volume outreach expertise with a strategic prospecting approach
• Ability to engage C-level executives and key stakeholders with confidence and credibility
• Outstanding communication and persuasion skills, with strong pitching and negotiating ability
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and goal-oriented with strong organizational skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Engineering , Management, Marketing, or a related field
• Experience in management consulting, financial advisory, or professional services environments
• Familiarity with CRM tools such as Salesforce and sales engagement platforms (e.g., Sales Loft) Background in selling intangible products or services
• Formal training in structured sales methodologies (e.g., MEDDIC, Challenger, SPIN)

• 3-5 years of experience selling services to mid- and high-market clients
• Proven track record in consultative sales and managing the full sales cycle
• Experience working with or selling for a management consulting firm is a strong asset
• Background in finance, innovation, or operations is an advantage
• Highly self-motivated, independent, and results-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• A high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financing, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory
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• Sales or business…