Enterprise Sales Executive

Options Technology; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm in the UK seeks an Enterprise Sales Executive to drive sales in high-value contracts focusing on recurring revenues. This role demands a minimum of 5 years' experience in a client-facing technology role within the financial sector. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong initiative and collaborative skills. The position offers a competitive salary, commission potential, and global opportunities for travel.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Aggressive commission structure

Industry-leading benefits

Equity participation

Global travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a client-facing technology role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage a robust pipeline of business opportunities.
• Achieve quarterly sales targets as both an individual and team member.
• Negotiate terms of sales and agreements.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Technology passion

Team collaboration

Initiative

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Job description

Role: Enterprise Sales Executive

Location: London

Salary: £50,000 to £100,000 depending on experience.

On Target Commission: $200,000 per annum.

Scope

As a Sales Executive at Options Technology (“Options”) your role encompasses a range of dynamic responsibilities:

• Create and manage a robust pipeline of business opportunities and cultivate valuable relationships.
• Quarterly Closings: Achieve quarterly sales targets, both as an individual and as part of our cohesive team.
• Negotiate Success: Drive business success by negotiating terms of sales and agreements.
• Collaborate Actively: Engage hands‑on with technical teams across Options to ensure seamless execution of sales strategies.
• Embrace Innovation: Embrace technological innovation within the realm of capital markets, staying at the forefront of industry advancements.
• Network: Attend events and represent the company at industry conferences.
• Global Impact: Your contributions will have a global reach.

We are in search of passionate individuals with a natural talent for sales, a deep understanding of financial markets and their participants, and the ability to propel our company's growth.

Background

Options is expanding its global enterprise sales team to meet soaring demand in the dynamic intersection of three high‑growth market segments: Cloud (25.4% YoY growth), Managed Services (13.8% YoY growth), and Market Data (12.6% YoY growth). Join us to be part of this exciting journey, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of enterprise solutions.

Who are Options?

Options is the largest global financial technology company headquartered in Belfast. We are at the forefront of banking and trading infrastructure, serving clients globally with offices in New York, Chicago, Toronto, London, Cambridge, Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Singapore, and Auckland. At Options, our services are woven into the hottest trends in global tech, including high‑performance Networking, Cloud, Security, and AI (Artificial Intelligence).

Unique to Options

• Global Presence: A truly global business, with a presence in all major financial centres.
• Great Products: Representing great products that resonate with customers.
• Sales Momentum: The team has delivered the highest trailing 4Q sales totals in our history for the last eight quarters in a row.
• Friendly Culture: We foster a sales‑friendly culture where outstanding salespeople are recognized and appreciated.
• Industry Leadership: We proudly serve a portfolio of 700 clients, including the top 40 global banks.
• World‑Class Sales Team: Our unwavering focus is on building a world‑class enterprise sales team.
• Tech Savvy: We highly value tech‑savvy individuals who are naturally curious about technology and automation.

Package

• Competitive Salary: Depending on your seniority and experience, you can expect a salary ranging from £50,000 to £100,000.
• Aggressive Commission: We offer a dynamic commission model with full lookback incentives as key targets are achieved.
• Industry‑Leading Benefits: Our benefits include generous maternity and paternity leave.
• Equity Participation: Senior staff members may take part in equity ownership.
• Global Opportunities: You have the possibility to work from key global business centres such as New York, London, and Hong Kong for up to 3 months each year.

Enterprise sales at our company focuses on high‑value contracts with recurring revenue streams and long‑term partnerships.

OTE Commission: $200,000 In any given year, approximately 20% of our global enterprise team achieves commissions of $300,000, with 2‑3 executives surpassing $400,000.

Preferred Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in a client‑facing technology role within the financial sector, ideally in sales, presales, product management, or technical account management.
• A genuine passion for technology, particularly in the realms of data, Cloud, and AI.
• An enthusiasm for business and investment, an avid reader.
• The ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment, consistently meeting quarterly targets as a valuable member of a high‑performing team.
• A self‑starter mentality, thriving on initiative and autonomy.
• An outgoing personality and a proven record as a collaborative team player.

Ready to elevate your sales career to new heights? Apply now and become a vital part of our dynamic Enterprise Sales team, where your skills will shine on the global stage.

How to Apply

Upload your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this role to our Careers Page at www.options‑it.com / careers / .

Your journey to enterprise sales excellence starts here.