Account Executive, UK&I

Navan; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology company is seeking an Account Executive based in London to manage the full sales lifecycle, close complex deals, and build relationships within target organizations. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of sales experience, particularly in SaaS, with a proven ability to sell to C-level executives and achieve sales targets. This role offers a hybrid working model and requires strong communication and sales strategy skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a full-cycle closing role, ideally from SaaS.
• Experience in closing deals worth over $150k.
• Proven track record of exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close and launch.
• Develop and implement strategies for closing opportunities.
• Generate new meetings through personalized outreach.

Skills

Outbound prospecting

Selling to C-level executives

Sales methodologies knowledge

Adaptability

Growth mindset

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Our team is looking for an Account Executive to join our growing sales team in London. We are looking for someone who is capable of influencing prospects, building strong relationships and closing complex, net new deals with companies between 1000-4000 employees.

As a member of this team, you will manage the entire sales lifecycle from initial outreach to close and launch. Desire to succeed, effective communication, champion and internal/external collaboration are key skills in achieving success in this role.

What You'll Do

• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close and launch
• Develop strategies for closing opportunities within your assigned territory
• Generate net new meetings with potential customers using personalised outreach
• Leverage sales methodologies to uncover customer needs and pain points
• Interface and sell to multiple personas within target organisations
• Articulate our value proposition and products by using the appropriate sales qualification standards
• Responsible for all sales activity and monthly forecasting of revenue in Salesforce
• Achieve monthly sales quotas

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in a full-cycle closing role ideally from SaaS
• 3+ years of selling to C-level executives
• Experience of closing +$150k deals
• Strong experience outbound prospecting and conducting product demonstrations
• Current or previous experience selling into Finance stakeholders preferred
• Use of sales methodologies such as MEDDICC, Challenger, Command of the Message etc.
• Consistent track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets in a fast-paced environment
• High adaptability and understanding of change within the evolution of a startup
• Growth mindset: an ability and desire to learn and pivot skill sets based on business needs

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