EMEA PRESALES DIRECTOR - Network Automation / Security

JR United Kingdom; England; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of network automation and security solutions is seeking an EMEA PreSales Director. This pivotal role entails leading PreSales efforts across the EMEA region, driving technical excellence, and collaborating with sales leadership to engage enterprise clients in network transformation strategies.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + bonus + equity

Flexible remote-first working

Influence in shaping EMEA strategy

Qualifications

• 10+ years in PreSales/Solutions Engineering.
• 3+ years in a management/leadership role.
• Domain knowledge in enterprise networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the PreSales/Sales Engineering team.
• Collaborate with Sales to develop technical strategies.
• Own the technical sales process and PoV execution.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

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Posted:

26.06.2025

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10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: EMEA PreSales Director
Location: UK (Remote with travel)

Are you a proven PreSales leader with technical knowledge in enterprise networking or network security? Our client - a fast-growing, US-headquartered provider of cutting-edge network automation and security solutions - is looking to hire a Director of PreSales for the EMEA region.

This is a vital and high-impact role where you'll drive technical excellence and strategic alignment across the EMEA go-to-market efforts, supporting enterprise sales opportunities, enabling partner success, and guiding and inspiring a team of talented PreSales Engineers.

? What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor the EMEA PreSales / Sales Engineering team, ensuring strong alignment with sales to ensure a strong 'win-rate' on deals with new and existing customers.
• Collaborate with Sales Leadership to develop and execute technical strategies for target accounts and regions.
• Act as a strategic advisor to customers and prospects - engaging in executive-level discussions around network transformation, automation, and security.
• Own the technical sales process and Proof-of-Value (PoV) execution.
• Work cross-functionally with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing and Exec Leadership to provide field insights and help drive GTM improvements.

? Ideal Candidate Profile

• 10+ years of experience in PreSales/Solutions Engineering, including at least 3 years in a management / leadership role.
• Domain knowledge in enterprise networking and at least one of the following:
• SD-WAN
• Network visibility
• Network security
• Background in working with enterprise clients and supporting complex sales cycles.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

? What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary + bonus + equity
• Flexible remote-first working, with travel as needed
• Be part of a pioneering vendor at the intersection of network automation, security, and AI.
• Significant influence in shaping the future of the company's EMEA technical GTM strategy