Solutions Consultant

Appian; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Tuition reimbursement

Family‑forming benefits

Wellness dollars

Job summary

Appian is seeking a Senior Advisory Solutions Consultant to lead the technical aspects of complex UK and Ireland sales cycles. You will collaborate with Account Executives to demonstrate Appian's platform, articulate business value, and co-create solutions that address customer priorities.

You will build prototypes, respond to RFPs, present to executives, and cultivate long-term relationships with technical staff at target accounts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as a Solutions Consultant or Sales Engineer for enterprise software.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field.
• Hands-on technical background as Software Engineer or Technical Consultant.

Responsibilities

• Lead all technical aspects of a sales cycle from initial meetings to final presentations.
• Collaborate with Account Executives to meet sales goals in the UK and Ireland (non FSI/public sector).
• Write and organize technical responses for RFPs and formal proposals.
• Build and present PoC applications addressing customer problems.
• Explain technical details and business benefits to executives and stakeholders.
• Represent Appian at industry events, conferences, and seminars.
• Develop long-term relationships with technical staff at target accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather resources to close a deal.

Skills

5+ years experience

Hands-on software background

Executive-level communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field

Job description

As a Senior Advisory Solutions Consultant, you are the technical lead during the sales process. You will work with the sales team to show prospective clients how Appian's platform works in practice. You must articulate the business value a prospective client can expect from implementing Appian solutions. This role follows our SC 2.0 model - which means moving beyond basic feature demos to act as a strategic partner for our customers. You will co-create solutions with them, using your technical background to help shape their long-term strategy. You can read more about the SC 2.0 approach here. This position requires the technical creativity to build working prototypes and the business sense to explain why they matter. You will be responsible for handling technical objections, answering detailed product questions, and making sure potential customers understand exactly how our software fits into their business and provides value.

What you’ll do:

• Work with Account Executives to meet sales goals across large accounts in the UK and Ireland (non FSI and Public Sector accounts).
• Manage all technical aspects of a sales cycle, from initial meetings to final presentations.
• Work with the AE to complete comprehensive discovery and fully understand the clients business needs.
• Write and organize technical responses for RFPs and formal proposals.
• Build and present proof-of-concept applications that solve specific customer problems.
• Explain technical details and business benefits to executives and stakeholders.
• Represent Appian at industry events, conferences, and seminars.
• Build long-term relationships with technical staff at target accounts.
• Collaborate with internal teams to get the resources or information needed to close a deal.
  Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• Experience: 5+ years as a Solutions Consultant or Sales Engineer for enterprise software.
• Technical Background: You must have a background in hands-on technical work, such as previous experience as a Software Engineer or Technical Consultant.
• Sales Partnership: You view yourself as a partner to the sales team, taking equal responsibility for account planning and meeting revenue targets.
• Technical Knowledge: You can answer deep functional questions and are comfortable discussing production environments, including APIs, application servers, and databases.
• Industry Knowledge: You will have experience working large accounts with a value selling based approach.
  Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

Appian is built on a simple premise: we work hard and we do things well. We set high standards for our work and hold ourselves accountable for the results. If you enjoy solving difficult problems alongside a highly talented team, you'll fit in here. The role is Broad Market focused (accounts that are non FSI and Public Sector).

The base salary provided represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant work experience, qualifications, internal peer equity, and market and business conditions that exist when extending an offer. A discretionary bonus may be awarded in recognition of individual and company performance. Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health coverage, life and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), lifestyle allowance, tuition reimbursement, and family‑forming benefits. Benefits may vary by country. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Specialist for details on the benefits available in the location you are applying to. Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation, commission, bonus, or benefit plans.

Base Salary Range £50,000 - £125,000 GBP.

Tools and Resources

• Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department‑specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First‑Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee‑led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

Benefits Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family‑forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country-please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

About Appian

Appian provides AI automation for the most important business processes at the world's largest organizations. Our platform is known for its unique power, reliability, and scale. We've been automating processes for more than 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. Follow Appian: LinkedIn, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X.

Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.