Public Sector Data, Automation and AI Sales Specialist

Softcat plc

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 35,000 - 60,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Softcat plc is recruiting for a Public Sector Data, Automation and AI Sales Specialist in the Manchester area. This entry-level role offers a path to build a career in tech sales with supportive training, strong earning potential through uncapped commissions, and clear progression.

You'll partner with Account Managers to help public sector customers harness data, automation, and AI to drive insights and efficiency, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications

Experience in Public Sector technology sales or equivalent
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Willingness to learn and grow in emerging technologies

Responsibilities

Provide expert advice on data strategy, automation tools and AI-driven solutions for Public Sector clients
Work with Account Managers to align technology with business outcomes using Softcat's consultative framework
Lead discussions around data platforms, analytics, AI, and automation; stay updated on trends
Coordinate with Professional Services and Managed Services for delivery and ongoing support

Skills

Public Sector sales

Data analytics

AI/Automation awareness

Communication skills

Relationship building

Job description

Public Sector Data, Automation and AI Sales Specialist

Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive,collaborativeand innovative company?

Do you enjoyworking as part of an enthusiastic, passionate,and collaborative team?

Join our Data, Automation & AI team

were looking for an experienced individual to join our Data, Automation and AI Specialist team. This team are responsible for helping customers to understand their data challenges, identify process to be improved through automation and support them with their AI strategy and journey.

Since acquiring Oakland, we've strengthened our core services offering and continue to collaborate closely with market-leading technologies, including IBM, Microsoft, and Snowflake

Your Role

As a Data, Automation& AISpecialist, you'll join our Specialist Sales team and become a trusted advisor in one of our core technology towers: Data, Automation& AI . You'll work closely with Account Managers to help customers harness the power of data, automation, and artificial intelligence to drive insights, efficiency, and innovation.

This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to build a successful career in tech sales, with strong earning potential, uncapped commission, and structured progression. Prior technical experience ispreferred and must have a clear understanding of Public Sector organisations.

As a Data, Automation & AI sales specialist you'll be responsible for:

Provide expert advice on data strategy, automation tools, and AI-driven solutions.
Help customers align technology with business outcomes using Softcat's consultative framework.
SolutionDesign & Technical Engagement
- Lead discussions around data platforms, analytics, AI, and automation.
- Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in AI, Automation, and data platforming.
Customer Engagement & Account Strategy
- Support high-value Public Sector organisations.
- Collaborate with Account Managers to deliver rich customer experiences.
Partner with cross-functional teams and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery.
Work closely with Oakland to drive services sales.
Service Delivery Oversight
- Coordinate with Professional Services and Managed Services teams for successful implementation and ongoing support.
We'd love you to have
- Passion for sales and technology
- Experience in Public Sector technology sales
- Entrepreneurial mindset and self-starter attitude
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to build relationships internally and externally
- Enthusiasm to learn and grow in emerging technologies
- Alignment with Softcat's values and team culture

Work in a way that works for you

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

Hybrid working– 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home

Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day

Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs

Working with us

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives,and embraces every background.

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Anyinformation you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/

Birmingham, Bristol, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Marlow, Newcastle, South Coast

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefits include:

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