Senior Advisory Solution Consultant - Financial Services / Banking

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.

This is a hybrid role based in London. You must live within commuting distance of our office at The Walkie Talkie (20 Fenchurch St) and be willing to come in weekly, though the specific days will depend on client needs. This role involves about 30% travel. You must live in the UK for this role.

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. 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 Financial Services & Insurance accounts in the UK and Ireland.
• 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.

Your Background:

• Experience selling into Financial Services, Banking, Capital Market etc.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
• 10+ years as a Solutions Consultant or Sales Engineer for enterprise software.
• You must have a background in hands‑on technical work, such as previous experience as a Software Engineer or Technical Consultant.
• You view yourself as a partner to the sales team, taking equal responsibility for account planning and meeting revenue targets.
• You can answer deep functional questions and are comfortable discussing production environments, including APIs, application servers, and databases.
• You will have experience working large Financial Services & Insurance organisations.

Benefits:

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.

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.

About Appian:

Appian provides AI automation for mission‑critical work. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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. Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.