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CockroachDB is seeking an Account Executive for the UK to close new logos and grow existing business in a hybrid London based role. You’ll own the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing, coordinate with cross functional teams, build territory maps, and deliver compelling presentations to audiences from C level to individual contributors while maintaining accurate forecasts. In 30 days you’ll ramp to pitch proficiency, by three months you’ll have a solid account penetration plan, and by six months you should have 3x your quota in pipeline and at least three POCs. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years selling enterprise software to Fortune 500 finance, a consultative value based approach across cloud, on prem and hybrid, and an interest in AI tools. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight complex sales cycles, cross functional wins, measurable outcomes, and demonstrate knowledge of CockroachDB’s advantages and use cases. Equal Opportunity Employer with a hybrid model.

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Lots of tech companies disrupt. But, many fail when they try to scale. We're different. CockroachDB makes it easier for companies to build and scale apps. This is how and why we're helping some of the most innovative companies on the planet. We tackle problems head-on and focus on solutions that create lasting impact. 

Because when our customers win, we all win. 

The Role

Our Account Executives target and close new business with some of today’s most innovative companies. In this role, you’ll both nurture inbound leads in your territory with marketing-led support as well as prospect into a target list of select accounts. You will do this by driving opportunities through the entire sales cycle from pipeline generation to closure, employing a value-oriented sales methodology with a focus on use cases spanning customer data and marketing activation. The ideal candidate will have the aptitude and passion for becoming an expert in CockroachDB’s product capabilities, business impact, and competitive advantages and loves to build long-lasting relationships with customer needs at the center.

This role will cover the UK region and you must be based within a commutable distance to our London office to be eligible.

You Will

• Close new logos and expand existing business within an assigned territory, meeting and exceeding sales goals through prospecting, qualifying, managing, and closing sales opportunities
• Leverage and coordinate cross-functional internal teams (Sales Development, Legal, Engineering, Security, Marketing, Product) to efficiently navigate complex sales cycles
• Maintain, build and own specific relationship maps for your territory, including existing relationships and aspirational contacts
• Lead compelling presentations of CockroachDB’s product and vision to a broad range of audiences, from c-level executives to individual contributors
• Provide timely and accurate forecasts and clear visibility on sales and revenue performance by actively handling your pipeline of opportunities

The Expectations

In your first 30 days, you will learn about CockroachDB and will be able to pitch the product proficiently. We believe that it is necessary for you to build this foundation so you can successfully engage with existing accounts and grasp the sales strategy. Upon completion of your first month, you will have built cross-functional relationships and will have started building your strategy for account penetration. 

After three months, you'll have a sound plan for account strategy and mapping. You have started building relationships with several leaders across your region and are beginning to understand their challenges and how CockroachDB can help solve them. 

After six months, you will have 3x your quota in pipeline and will have at least 3 POCs in process. 

You Have

• 3-5+ years of experience selling enterprise solutions and demonstrated success in software sales within the database ecosystem or adjacent technologies
• Experience leading large and complex sales cycles within the C-Level at Fortune 500 companies, specifically within financial services
• A consultative and value-based approach to selling software for cloud, on-premise and hybrid deployments
• The ability to assess customer needs and build valuable, trusted relationships at all levels
• An interest and experience leveraging AI tools to improve your sales process
• A track record of overachievement and hitting sales targets
• Expert time management and resource skills

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process, please email us at [email protected].

Cockroach Labs has a hybrid work model, with Roachers that are local to one of our offices coming in on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and working flexibly the rest of the week. While we’ve learned valuable lessons working remotely, nothing can replace the connection, creativity, and fun that occurs when Roachers get together and we are committed to fostering a workplace that encourages collaboration and allows us all to do our best work.

Benefits

• Stock Options
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Funds
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Benefits
• Mental Wellbeing Benefits
• And more!