Senior Account Manager, EMEA GenAI Startups

Amazon; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud technology company in London seeks a strategic leader to join their team. The ideal candidate will drive growth by developing go-to-market strategies, building high-performance teams, and nurturing customer relationships within the startup ecosystem. They will engage with innovative technologies including Generative AI and machine learning, making a significant impact on emerging startups. Applicants should have a strong background in technology-related sales and an understanding of the startup environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in technology related sales, business development or equivalent.
• Demonstrated expertise in engaging with GenAI customers and partners.
• Comprehensive understanding of the startup ecosystem.
• Ability to drive results in complex, competitive customer engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market strategies that accelerate startup customer adoption.
• Coach, motivate, and develop sales teams to achieve exceptional performance.
• Maintain executive-level connections with key startup customers and partners.
• Identify, implement, and measure critical performance indicators.
• Engage in professional events and showcase our startup ecosystem support.

Skills

Technology-related sales

Engagement with GenAI customers

Startup ecosystem understanding

Complex competitive engagement

Job description

Description

Empower the Next Generation of Innovative Startups with Cutting-Edge Cloud Solutions

Join a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the startup landscape by providing world-class cloud technologies that turn visionary ideas into global success stories. At AWS, you'll be at the forefront of supporting groundbreaking startups across emerging technologies like Generative AI, machine learning, and immersive technologies.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Growth: Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market strategies that accelerate startup customer adoption
• Build High-Performance Teams: Coach, motivate, and develop sales teams to achieve exceptional performance
• Cultivate Customer Relationships: Maintain executive-level connections with key startup customers and partners
• Deliver Operational Excellence: Identify, implement, and measure critical performance indicators
• Represent AWS: Engage in professional events and showcase our startup ecosystem support

A Day in the Life

Your day will be a blend of strategic leadership and hands-on engagement. You'll collaborate with passionate startup founders, craft innovative go-to-market strategies, and build relationships that help transform emerging technologies into market-leading solutions. From coaching your team to nurturing key customer relationships, you'll drive growth and innovation across multiple technology domains.

About the Team

We are a collaborative, forward-thinking group committed to empowering startups worldwide. Our team spans multiple countries, bringing together diverse perspectives and deep technological expertise. We work closely with founders in sectors like Fintech, Healthcare, Mobility, and Enterprise SaaS, helping them leverage AWS's comprehensive cloud platform to accelerate their growth.

About AWS

Diverse Experiences

AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn't followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don't let it stop you from applying.

Why AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating - that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.

Inclusive Team Culture

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Work/Life Balance

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Basic Qualifications

• Experience in technology related sales, business development or equivalent
• Demonstrated expertise in engaging with GenAI customers and partners
• Comprehensive understanding of the startup ecosystem
• Ability to drive results in complex, competitive customer engagements

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of emerging technologies like Generative AI and machine learning
• Experience in startup-focused sales strategies
• Network of connections within innovative technology communities
• Understanding of cross-sector technology applications
• Strategic thinking and entrepreneurial mindset

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