Account Executive

    Jobgether

    Posted 3 weeks ago
    Work Type

    On-site

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    arbeitnow

    About this role

    This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Account Executive based in United Kingdom.

    This is a highly technical sales role focused on helping engineering teams adopt infrastructure and developer-focused technology.You will own opportunities from initial engagement through close, working directly with technically sophisticated customers who expect credibility and speed.The role combines consultative selling, technical problem-solving, proof-of-concept management, and disciplined pipeline ownership.You will work closely with Solutions Engineers while becoming a trusted presence in customer communication channels and helping remove obstacles to purchase.Success requires the confidence to explain complex concepts simply, challenge assumptions, and be transparent when a solution is not the right fit.You will operate with significant autonomy in a fast-moving environment where experimentation, urgency, and customer outcomes matter.This is an opportunity for either an experienced technical AE or a technically minded professional ready to take ownership of a sales quota.

    Accountabilities

    Own the sales process from qualified opportunity through successful close, with a strong focus on helping technical customers achieve their desired outcomes. Build trusted relationships with engineers and technical stakeholders, including actively participating in customer communication channels such as Slack.

    Manage and close inbound sales opportunities, moving prospects efficiently through the buying process. Lead and coordinate proof-of-concept initiatives in partnership with Solutions Engineers, ensuring technical and commercial objectives are clearly defined. Help customers troubleshoot questions and remove technical or commercial obstacles that could prevent a successful purchase.

    Communicate honestly and transparently, including clearly explaining when a solution is not an appropriate fit. Main

    Tools & Tech Stack

    Slack

    Commission Structure

    Base Salary

    Not disclosed — ask in interview

    Commission

    Structure not specified

    Ramp Period

    Not mentioned — clarify timeline

    Quota

    $.

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Hybrid

    Mix of inbound leads and outbound prospecting

    Buyer Persona

    Individual / End-User

    Bottom-up adoption, user-level selling

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Consultative Selling·Required skill

    Typical Day — Account Executive

    Stakeholder meetings3–5/week
    Executive presentations2–3/week
    Business cases & RFPs1–2/week
    Forecast & pipeline2×/week
    Champion coachingDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Account Executive
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    Walk me through your discovery process.

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    How do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?

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    Tell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.

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    How do you build business cases for stakeholders?

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    Describe a deal you lost and what you learned.

    Template question
    Research Jobgether's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    This Account Executive position at Jobgether involves managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through close.

    SaaS sales roles typically involve consultative selling with longer deal cycles.

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