Public Sector Named Account Executive - Tableau

428 Salesforce UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Salesforce Tableau Account Executive for Public Sector in the UK leads selling Tableau within Salesforce to public sector agencies, expanding existing customers and winning new logos. You’ll collaborate with Core AE teams and Sales Engineering to demonstrate value and close deals.

You’ll travel across the UK, build executive-level relationships, manage full sales cycles, and stay ahead of industry trends to drive adoption of Tableau solutions in government and public sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of field-based enterprise software sales experience with a proven track record.
• Experience selling to Public Sector agencies and organizations is a plus.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with C-level engagement.

Responsibilities

• Own a territory of Enterprise accounts within the UK Public Sector, driving new business and expanding relationships with existing Salesforce customers.
• Develop deep relationships with key stakeholders at various levels of the organization, including C-suite executives, program directors, and operations teams.
• Execute account and territory plans, identifying new opportunities and aligning the Tableau solution with the specific needs for Public Sector agencies and organizations; manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, especially Core AE teams, Product Support, Sales Engineering, and Customer Success to ensure a seamless customer experience.
• Deliver product demonstrations and collaborate with the Sales Engineering team for more in-depth presentations.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management using Salesforce.com.
• Stay engaged with industry trends and Tableau's solution development to communicate value to public sector customers.
• Focus on winning new logos while also expanding Tableau within existing Salesforce accounts.
• Develop long-term strategic relationships with clients, ensuring their continued success and satisfaction.
• Travel as necessary within the UK to build relationships and support sales activities.

Skills

Enterprise software sales

C-level engagement

Public Sector sales

Relationship building

Results orientation

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

SaaS sales

Job description

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About the Team

Tableau, a Salesforce company, is the leading platform for data visualization and analytics, making it easier for organizations to explore data and derive actionable insights. As part of this team, you’ll be selling Tableau’s powerful solutions to the Public Sector space, enabling them to make data-driven decisions to further their mission.

The Role

As a Tableau Account Executive for Public Sector, you will drive sales of Tableau within the UK, focusing on winning new logos and expanding Tableau use within existing Salesforce customers for Public Sector agencies and organizations. You will work closely with Core AE teams to create synergies and align efforts to increase adoption and success across accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Own a territory of Enterprise accounts within the UK Public Sector agencies and organizations, driving new business and expanding relationships with existing Salesforce customers.
• Develop deep relationships with key stakeholders at various levels of the organization, including C-suite executives, program directors, and operations teams.
• Execute account and territory plans, identifying new opportunities and aligning the Tableau solution with the specific needs for Public Sector agencies and organizations Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and lead generation to closing deals, with a focus on providing exceptional customer service throughout.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, especially the Core AE teams, Product Support, Sales Engineering, and Customer Success, to ensure a seamless customer experience and successful implementation of Tableau solutions.
• Deliver product demonstrations and collaborate with the Sales Engineering team for more in-depth presentations.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management using Salesforce.com.
• Stay engaged with industry trends and Tableau's solution development to effectively communicate the value of the platform to public sector customers.
• Focus on winning new logos while also expanding Tableau within existing Salesforce accounts.
• Develop long-term strategic relationships with clients, ensuring their continued success and satisfaction.
• Travel as necessary within the UK to build relationships and support sales activities.

Who You Are

• Experienced Seller: You have at least 5 years of experience in field-based enterprise software sales, preferably within the SaaS environment, and a proven track record of managing complex sales cycles with C-level engagement. Experience in selling within the Public Sector space is a plus.
• Industry Expertise: Experience working with or selling into public sector or government organizations is a significant plus. You understand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by Public Sector agencies and organizations and are driven by a desire to support their missions.
• Relationship Builder: You excel at building and nurturing relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of an organization. Your communication skills are exceptional, allowing you to influence and engage decision-makers across various lines of business.
• Results-Oriented: You have a history of meeting and exceeding sales targets, and you thrive in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
• Strategic Thinker: You know how to plan and execute territory and account strategies, balancing short‑term wins with long‑term growth.
• Innovator: You are a creative problem‑solver who can think outside the box to offer solutions that align with the unique needs of public sector organizations.
• Self‑Starter: You are highly motivated, resourceful, and capable of working independently to build and grow your territory.
• Collaborative: You work well in a team environment, collaborating with both internal teams and external customers to deliver success.
• Passionate: You believe in the power of data to transform organizations and are excited about helping public sector leverage Tableau to achieve their missions. Fluency in English is required, additional languages are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience selling SaaS or enterprise software solutions, with a preference for experience working with Public Sector agencies and organizations.
• A successful track record of driving new business and managing key customer relationships.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with experience delivering demos and engaging C-level executives.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities through the pipeline, from discovery to close, while consistently meeting sales goals.
• Experience working in a cross‑functional sales environment, collaborating with technical teams and product experts.

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