Cloud, Data & AI Presales Consultant

SoftwareONE Deutschland GmbH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor program

President’s Club

Flexible work

Lifelong education

Hire to Grow

Global company culture

Job summary

SoftwareOne Deutschland GmbH in London, UK is seeking a Cloud, Data & AI Presales Consultant to translate customer needs into tailored cloud and data solutions. You will work with sales teams, design opportunities end-to-end, and advise on ISV solutions, pricing, and margins to win deals and build lasting client trust.

This hybrid role requires strong relationship skills and the ability to bridge business and technical discussions across complex environments.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing business challenges and translating requirements into technology solutions.
• Strong knowledge of ISV solutions and category trends to align solutions to customer needs.
• Sales acumen and commercial awareness to identify opportunities and drive revenue growth.
• Strong negotiation skills to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Excellent verbal communication and stakeholder management across all levels.
• Experience managing sales cycles using CRM systems, sales methodologies, and analytics tools.
• Strong awareness of market trends, competitive landscapes, and industry developments.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales teams and clients to assess requirements and effectively scope and size opportunities aligned to client expectations and organizational capabilities.
• Design and propose tailored license and services solutions, acting as a trusted advisor while producing clear, accurate proposals with appropriate pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Support the sales team end-to-end through the sales cycle, identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities and contributing to strategies that maximize revenue and client satisfaction.
• Partner with sales to define competitive yet profitable margins, leveraging market awareness and pricing strategies to drive sustainable business growth.
• Own the development of accurate and competitive quotes for complex and strategic opportunities, coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure feasibility and alignment.
• Create and maintain up-to-date solution collateral, including presentations, case studies, and white papers, to support sales execution and enhance client engagement.

Skills

Business analysis

ISV solutions knowledge

Sales acumen

Negotiation skills

Verbal communication

CRM systems experience

Market awareness

Continuous learning

Tools

CRM systems

Analytics tools

Job description

The role

Do you thrive on translating complex customer needs into compelling, value-driven solutions that win deals and build long-term client trust?

Are you excited by shaping opportunities end-to-end, combining technical insight, commercial acumen, and strong relationships to drive meaningful business outcomes?

Practical Information

Location: London, UK | Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Reports to: Head of Cloud Services (Presales) | Contract type: Full-time | Visa Requirements: Valid Visa for UK | Language Requirements: Fluent/professional English, written and verbal

As a Cloud, Data & AI Presales Consultant, you will work closely with sales teams and customers to understand business needs, scope opportunities, and design tailored cloud, data, and AI solutions that deliver measurable value. Leveraging your expertise in ISV solutions, market trends, and customer environments, you will advise clients on the best-fit technologies while supporting solution positioning, opportunity qualification, and business case development.

You will act as a trusted advisor throughout the sales cycle, translating customer requirements into scalable solutions, identifying cross-sell and upsell opportunities, and supporting solution pricing and margin alignment with sales and delivery teams. Success in this role requires strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to bridge business and technical discussions.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales teams and clients to assess requirements and effectively scope and size opportunities aligned to client expectations and organizational capabilities
• Design and propose tailored license and services solutions, acting as a trusted advisor while producing clear, accurate proposals with appropriate pricing, terms, and conditions
• Support the sales team end‑to‑end through the sales cycle, identifying cross‑sell and upsell opportunities and contributing to strategies that maximize revenue and client satisfaction
• Partner with sales to define competitive yet profitable margins, leveraging market awareness and pricing strategies to drive sustainable business growth
• Own the development of accurate and competitive quotes for complex and strategic opportunities, coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure feasibility and alignment
• Create and maintain up‑to‑date solution collateral, including presentations, case studies, and white papers, to support sales execution and enhance client engagement

What we need to see from you

• Experience analyzing business challenges and translating requirements into effective technology solutions and strategies
• Strong knowledge of ISV solutions and category trends, with the ability to align solutions to customer needs
• Sales acumen and commercial awareness to identify opportunities and contribute to revenue growth
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes
• Excellent verbal communication and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels
• Experience managing sales cycles using CRM systems, sales methodologies, and analytics tools
• Strong awareness of market trends, competitive landscapes, and industry developments
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies and best practices

What we offer

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include:

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture (https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values)
• Amentorwho supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action
• President’s Club: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers
• Flexible work: Do great work from anywhere but also visit local office to deliver excellence in team relationship
• Lifelong education: A variety of training and development opportunities
• Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future

Job Function

Sales

Accommodations

SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at [e-mail].

Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision‑making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR.

At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.