As Marqeta’s Key Account Executive in the UK, you will be passionate about scaling the success of our business in Europe. This exciting role is ideal for individuals seeking to go deep in all aspects of complex business and technical engagements and will span multiple areas of development:(1) Cultivating and managing relationships with executives seeking to innovate and disrupt B2B & consumer payments;(2) Working closely with internal stakeholders in Product, Legal, Compliance and Delivery to define solutions that will empower our customers; and(3) Originating new customer opportunities, responding to inbound opportunities, and shepherding deals from opening through to contract and closing stage. The team at Marqeta focuses on the largest and most impactful commercial opportunities in Marqeta’s evolving business. These customers include established brands, fintech innovators and labour / retail marketplaces, all looking for solutions to launch, scale and continuously evolve their financial products and services. We're looking for a self-motivated, experienced solution seller, who is eager to further deepen their knowledge of embedded finance and possesses the business judgment and sales acumen to vet opportunities and close deals. In this role you will spend the first 3 months learning the ins and outs of Marqeta and our customers and our programme management capabilities, supporting Team Leads on strategic projects, and building a sales pipeline. NOTE: This role offers hybrid flexibility. Candidates within commuting distance of our London (Holborn) office are expected in the office two days per week. For those based elsewhere in the UK, the position is fully remote.The Talent team will share more details if selected for the "Recruiter" Interview. The Impact You'll HaveThis role is about generating and closing new opportunities while playing a key role supporting the Sales Director in setting the strategic vision for the business - here are a few key expectations:Manage the back end of the process including Salesforce rigour and reporting, financial modeling, and garnering internal approvals. Run a Sales Process end to end: Manage real customer opportunities through a sales process, from initial engagement to scoping to final contract negotiations. At any given time, you will be responsible for partnering with the team to grow and renew existing accounts and working opportunities in various stages of that process in Salesforce.Contracting: Work with our Legal team as required to shepherd opportunities through the contracting process, including negotiation and execution.Know the Tech: Quickly get up to speed on Marqeta's technical and programme management capabilities, the unique features and customer benefits our platform offers and how to speak with confidence, knowledge and credibility about what we bring to our customers and prospects.Work with internal SMEs to identify and develop solutions for prospects who are trying to understand what makes Marqeta’s platform and service offering so exceptional and differentiated.Who You Are10+ years of experience in sales and/or strategic business development roles; payments, investment banking and strategic consulting backgrounds preferred but not required. Bachelor’s Degree or comparable experience required.Deep understanding of the payments ecosystem and card issuing is crucial, with bonus points for having worked in a regulated programme manager offering full stack solutions to customers.Strong familiarity and ease with the fintech ecosystem, B2B technology applications and how technology platforms serve customer businesses.Financial Acumen. The payments business and caliber of customer relationships necessitates complex deal structures and financial modelling. We’re looking for an individual who is comfortable and capable of evaluating and modeling customer proposals and resulting contract financial models. Confidence in serving as the face of Marqeta for prospective customers and partners who may comprise C-suite executives and senior leadership members.Ability to prioritize, manage, and deliver on multiple projects simultaneously; Superior communication skills (interpersonal, verbal, email, and presentation) with the ability to successfully orchestrate the sales process by managing the time and resources of the team and specialist partners.Recruiter for this roleLou Devlin - Linkedin Profile (no agencies please!)Typical ProcessApplication SubmissionRecruiter video callHiring manager video callVirtual “Onsite” consisting of 4-5, 45 min callsPresentation Round to teamOffer!Compensation and BenefitsPremium Private Medical and Dental coverageGenerous time off program with additional “Floating Holiday days”Retirement savings program with company contributionEquity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase ProgramMonthly stipend to support our remote work modelAnnual development stipend to support our people's growth and developmentFamily-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental LeaveWellbeing programs i.e. Marqeta is powering the most well known brands in the new economy (Block, Cash App, Affirm, Instacart, Doordash, Uber, Walmart, etc). You don’t need to be a Payments expert to join the Marqeta Team, let us help you with that. This is the opportunity of a lifetime to work with innovators around the world and unlock equitable financial access for all.Marqeta’s Values- Solve for the Customer: With a deep understanding of our customers' business and empathy for their needs, we deliver products and services that drive their success. Do What's Right: Knowing businesses and livelihoods depend on us, we pursue solutions that disrupt responsibly and deliver high-quality results that our customers count on. Simplify and Innovate: We approach challenges with curiosity and take smart risks. Equal Employment Opportunity, Accommodations and Privacy Marqeta is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), veteran status or uniformed service member status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Marqeta endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to submit this application, complete any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please submit this form with your specific accommodation request.Personal data that is provided as part of the application and recruitment process is processed in accordance with the Applicant Privacy Notice.
Account Manager - Hybrid Remote in London employer: Marqeta
Marqeta is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering employees the chance to lead innovative demand generation strategies in a rapidly evolving fintech landscape. With generous benefits including premium medical coverage, equity options, and a strong focus on professional development, employees are empowered to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the world of embedded finance. The hybrid work model allows for flexibility, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while collaborating with a diverse team in the vibrant city of London.
