How to hire an associate account manager

How to hire an associate account manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step associate account manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an associate account manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new associate account manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your associate account manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an associate account manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An associate account manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, associate account managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents associate account manager salaries for various positions.

   Type of Associate Account Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Associate Account Manager	Sales managers direct organizations' sales teams. They set sales goals, analyze data, and develop training programs for organizations’ sales representatives.	$20-47
   Account Development Manager	An account development manager's responsibilities revolve around securing and reaching sales targets, creating business plans, developing strategies, and building positive relationships with clients. They must also reach out to clients through calls and correspondence, offer products and services, and address any issues and concerns, resolving them promptly and efficiently... Show more	$20-57
   Account Services Manager	An account services manager is in charge of overseeing account procedures and building positive relationships with clients. They typically reach out to clients by performing calls and correspondence to offer products and services, discuss product specifications, perform follow-up calls, and resolve issues promptly and professionally... Show more	$22-53

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Account Management
   • PowerPoint
   • Customer Relationships
   • Outbound Calls
   • Inbound Calls
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Digital Marketing
   • Client Facing
   • Project Management
   • Email Marketing
   • CRM
   • Client Relationships
   • Client Accounts

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage 60.3 MM in business.
   • Prepare and manage RFP and proposal development while working with underwriting as needed.
   • Coach sales team on processes allowing them to work through obstacles and generate new business opportunities within the IDN's manage.
   • Used a contact management system (CRM) to cross-sell and expand client relationships and increase product penetration among bank clients.
   • Create websites for clients using WordPress and GoCentral.
   • Resolve issues for clients by serving as customer support for SaaS environment.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your associate account manager job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An associate account manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an associate account manager in Minnesota may be lower than in Oregon, and an entry-level associate account manager usually earns less than a senior-level associate account manager. Additionally, an associate account manager with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average associate account manager salary

   $64,818yearly

   $31.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level associate account manager salary

   $42,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 5, 2025

   Average associate account manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$91,891	$44
   2	Oregon	$87,987	$42
   3	Washington	$87,801	$42
   4	New Jersey	$80,350	$39
   5	Pennsylvania	$79,251	$38
   6	New York	$74,994	$36
   7	Virginia	$74,323	$36
   8	Massachusetts	$72,636	$35
   9	District of Columbia	$72,011	$35
   10	Connecticut	$70,274	$34
   11	Ohio	$65,458	$31
   12	Illinois	$63,363	$30
   13	Georgia	$62,393	$30
   14	Wisconsin	$61,761	$30
   15	Arizona	$57,452	$28
   16	North Carolina	$56,599	$27
   17	Indiana	$55,348	$27
   18	Missouri	$55,308	$27
   19	Texas	$55,287	$27
   20	Nebraska	$54,652	$26

   Average associate account manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	UST Global	$135,694	$65.24
   2	Amazon	$124,593	$59.90	344
   3	Infosys Public Service	$117,252	$56.37	32
   4	Squarespace	$114,916	$55.25	2
   5	Cornerstone	$111,793	$53.75
   6	CVS Health	$111,219	$53.47	115
   7	Partners Group LTD	$108,004	$51.92	1
   8	The Walt Disney Company	$107,285	$51.58	10
   9	Sony Electronics	$104,033	$50.02
   10	CLEAResult	$100,940	$48.53	6
   11	Northern Trust	$94,526	$45.45	16
   12	BlackRock	$90,934	$43.72	4
   13	General Electric	$90,722	$43.62	38
   14	Sony Pictures	$90,720	$43.62	3
   15	CBIZ	$90,457	$43.49	11
   16	The Siegfried Group	$89,307	$42.94
   17	Photronics	$88,899	$42.74
   18	Kaseya	$88,893	$42.74
   19	Broadridge	$88,027	$42.32	38
   20	Abiomed	$87,197	$41.92

4. Writing an associate account manager job description

   An associate account manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of an associate account manager job description:

   Associate account manager job description example

   Established in 1987, Pacific Medical, Inc. is a distributor of durable medical equipment; specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, prosthetics, and orthotics. With the heart of the company dedicated to helping and serving others, we provide our services directly to the patient, medical networks, physician clinics, and offices. We are dedicated to the advancement of patient care through excellent service and product technology.
   
   We have an immediate opportunity to join our growing company. We are currently seeking an entry-level, Associate Account Manager in the Shelton, WA territories. This position will give the select candidate an opportunity to enrich the lives of patients, provide invaluable service and cost savings to the medical community and obtain an incredible level of experience within the healthcare environment.
   This individual will be responsible for the following:
   · Provide daily inventory management and product stocking, ensuring the medical center has the necessary products available for treatment.
   · Communicate with clinical staff to receive proper documentation to create a billable episode of care.
   · Performs measurement and application of orthopedic soft good devices and such as CPM's, knee orthoses, spinal bracing, ankle-foot orthotics, and other devices as necessary.
   · Screen calls and emails regarding patient status and reports potential problems to respective physicians and other care providers.
   · Appropriately communicates and legibly documents all care provided to the patient, as well as reporting changes in patient condition in a timely manner.
   · Collaborates with nurses and other team members to organize and prioritize functions necessary for patient care delivery.
   · Demonstrates competency for appropriate soft goods such as CPM per MD orders.
   · Works on a call rotation with the territory team to service the hospital on the weekends and after hours.
   · Perform other duties as needed.
   
   Requirements:
   · High School Diploma or Equivalent
   · Valid Driver's License
   This position is an excellent opportunity for a candidate that is self-driven/motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit that is looking to produce results in an expanding market. Candidates that apply must be hard-working, possess a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Only those with the ability to manage varying as well as scheduled tasks should apply.
   
   All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, ER paid Life for Employee, Voluntary benefits, Medical FSA, Dependent FSA, HSA, 401k (if 21 years or older), and Goal Path Financial Wellness planning.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right associate account manager for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with associate account managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit associate account managers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your associate account manager job on Zippia to find and recruit associate account manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting associate account managers requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new associate account manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the associate account manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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