About the Role
An early-stage AI software company is hiring a Founding GTM professional to build its first US sales motion. You will work closely with the founding team to introduce AI tools for high-stakes professional workflows to customers in law and finance.
What You'll Do
- Own the full sales cycle, from outreach and discovery through demos, pilots, negotiation, and signing, with an annual quota of approximately $800,000 and typical deal sizes around $50,000 ACV.
- Build pipeline through outbound outreach, events, networking, and introductions, while partnering with the SDR team on qualified meetings.
- Represent the product in the market and develop a visible point of view on AI in law or finance, including speaking at industry events.
- Land early customers, grow into larger accounts, and partner with founders on complex deals.
- Bring customer feedback into product discussions and document the sales playbook for future US GTM hires.
What We're Looking For
- Two to five years of experience in a client-facing B2B sales, investment banking, private equity, consulting, or legal role, or experience as an Account Executive at a high-growth startup.
- Experience with outbound prospecting through cold calls, email, or LinkedIn, including researching accounts, identifying decision-makers, and generating or qualifying opportunities.
- Startup experience, ideally at an early-stage or high-growth company, or experience founding a company.
- A degree in a technical or liberal arts field.
- Comfort using CRM tools and Microsoft Office, plus strong communication skills and initiative.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary is $120,000 to $150,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is available.
Location
On-site in California, United States.