Senior Enterprise Account Executive

Mavenlink Inc.; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud software company is seeking a Senior Enterprise Account Executive to join their London team. This role involves managing complex sales processes, driving revenue growth, and collaborating with executives across various industries. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of SaaS sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding quotas in a highly dynamic environment. The position offers a competitive salary, a supportive team culture, and excellent perks, aimed at fostering both professional and personal growth.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Parental Leave - 16 weeks maternity, 8 weeks paternity

Flexible PTO Policy

Death In Service (Life Insurance)

Group Income Protection (Disability Insurance)

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in quota carrying applications (SaaS preferred).
• Experience driving sales cycles with Director, VP, and C-level executives.
• Process-oriented and familiar with MEDDIC sales methodology.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sales cycles including sales pipeline optimization.
• Maintain pursuit strategies focused on key decision-makers.
• Negotiate key deal terms and close agreements.

Skills

Sales experience

Technical aptitude

Strong organizational skills

Negotiation

Prospecting

Team player

Tools

Salesforce.com

Job description

The Company The Kantata Cloud for Professional Services gives businesses the clarity, control, and confidence they need to optimize resource planning and elevate operational performance. Our purpose-built software is helping over 2,500 professional services organizations in more than 100 countries focus on and optimize their most important asset: their people. By leveraging Kantata, professionals gain access to the information and tools they need to win more business, ensure the right people are always available at the right time, and delight clients with exceptional project delivery and outcomes. Kantata is well-capitalized, hiring, and growing our loyal and diversified customer base faster than we ever have. Most importantly, we have a clear vision of where we’re going and how to get there. (Hint: It involves you.) Did we mention that Kantata is also an awesome place to work? You’ll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a team that loves what they do. A talented team, great perks, and an amazing culture = an employee-rated Best Place to Work!

About the Opportunity

We are looking for energetic, driven Sales Professionals with sound business acumen, strong technical aptitude, and proven sales experience to join our London team as a Senior Enterprise Account Executive (1000+ employees). You will be charged with growing our footprint in new accounts, focused on identifying, qualifying, and closing new opportunities. The ideal candidate should be a creative sales professional willing to test new approaches and ideas as we continue to build out a world-class organization. The Senior Enterprise Account Executive will be responsible for managing the sales cycles including developing and optimizing a sales pipeline, maintaining pursuit strategies focused on key decision-makers, negotiating key deal terms, and closing agreements. What’s In It For You

Become a critical member of a team that is changing the way work is delivered and measured.

Work in a high-growth environment, selling a world-class multi-tenant cloud software application

Represent a product set that is at the forefront of project management, resource management, knowledge management, and collaboration technology

What you Bring to the Role

Minimum 10+ years experience of quota carrying complex application software (SaaS preferred) sales experience

Strong executive presence and experience driving the sales cycle with Director, VP, and C-level business (primary) and IT executives.

Track record of success owning a $2,000,000+ Quota and consistently exceeding assigned quotas while selling a complex enterprise product with an annual contract value of $250K or greater.

Process-oriented with a strong discipline and proven track record of effectively leveraging the MEDDIC sales methodology.

Relentless and resolute in the pursuit to close deals while providing a remarkable prospect and client experience.

A team player willing to contribute and help others be their best and achieve their goals.

Experience working side-by-side with Sales Engineers and/or Solution Partners.

Professional Services domain expertise, and an understanding of project management.

Experience with and/or understanding of professional services and marketing agencies industry/organizations.

Proven ability to outbound prospect and build out a defined territory.

Experience working and networking with channel partners.

Strong organizational skills while maintaining accurate weekly sales forecast.

Innovative, competent with proven success in building relationships within existing and targeted accounts.

Strong work ethic, self-discipline and time management skills.

Achieve or exceed quarterly goals and production levels as defined by sales management.

Additional Experience

Experience running online presentations (Zoom, Google Hangouts, etc)

Working knowledge of Salesforce.com or similar CRM

Additional Information

Onsite customer/ prospect visits required; in person collaboration with team encouraged

Our Philosophy

We know every company can be successful with the right technology and when people are at the core. We believe that we’re better together – that working hand-in-hand brings the best thoughts to the table and creates an environment of learning and growth. Here, you’ll enjoy:

An intentionally engaging and collaborative culture – ditch the silo!

Strong work-life balance that’s a true focus of the company

The chance to learn from some of the best people in the business

A vibrant, collaborative, and devoted team, who still makes time for fun

At Kantata, we strive to create an inclusive workplace that upholds the dignity of all people. We value, respect, and celebrate everyone’s unique strengths from all different walks of life. As we continue to cultivate diversity within the company, our product (and people!) innovation continues to flourish. Kantata is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our EMEA Headquarters is situated in the heart of the vibrant city of London, just metres away from the River Thames and surrounded by restaurants, cafes and entertainment. Enjoy great perks like:

• Nespresso Coffee, snack bar, and private kitchen
• Panoramic views across the city from our modern top floor office space
• Large balcony looking south over the river
• Regular Together Thursdays team events
• Private Medical Insurance
• Group Income Protection (Disability Insurance)
• Death In Service (Life Insurance)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Parental Leave - 16 weeks maternity, 8 weeks paternity, 100% employer paid
• Flexible PTO Policy
• Generous sick leave allowance

If you don't see your dream job listed, we encourage you to apply anyway. We don't want to miss out on the unique talents and qualities that make you...well, YOU! We would love to add you to the our network. Maybe it's not now, but soon. Let's develop a connection regarding future opportunities at Kantata.