Manager Of Technical Pre-Sales in Bristol

is looking for a ***Manager of Technical Pre-Sales*** who thrives on building high performing teams, loves solving complex problems, and knows how to translate technical detail into real world business value
This is your opportunity to join a high impact pre-sales function where your leadership, commercial insight, and technical acumen will drive partner success and business growth from day one
This is a permanent hybrid role that can be located in our **Bristol, Derby or Farnborough (UK) offices.
****What you\’ll be doing as our *Manager of Technical Pre-Sales:***You\’ll take ownership of the ***Cyber Security*** ***Pod*** within our **Technical Pre-Sales team**, overseeing a group of Solution Consultants, Solution Engineers, and Cloud Solution Specialists
This is a hands on leadership role that blends strategic thinking with tactical execution – perfect for someone who thrives in a fast paced, partner led environment
**Your key responsibilities as our *Manager of Technical Pre-Sales*:*** **Team Leadership & Coaching:** Build, manage, and develop a team of passionate pre-sales professionals, fostering a collaborative, performance driven culture* **Pipeline and Forecasting:** Own technical pipeline reporting and forecasting, working closely with sales leadership to ensure predictability and partner success* **Channel Experience:** Oversee and continually enhance the technical engagement and solution design process for partners, from discovery through to technical validation* **Cross Functional Collaboration:** Work in sync with Sales, Product, Vendor Alliances, and Enablement teams to deliver aligned go-to-market strategies and technical readiness* **Technical Enablement:** Keep the team and wider stakeholders informed on evolving trends across key cloud categories* **Voice of the Field:** Represent the Pre-Sales perspective in global forums, internal feedback loops, and strategic business decisions**What we\’re looking for from our *Manager of Technical Pre-Sales:***We\’re looking for an experienced technical leader with a passion for developing people, delivering results, and driving technical excellence.
**Here\’s what we\’d love to see:*** Proven experience leading technical pre-sales or solution engineering teams within a cloud/SaaS environment* Proficiency in metrics, forecasting, and pipeline management* Strong understanding of the MSP (Managed Service Provider) ecosystem, channel and commercial drivers* Demonstrated ability to lead through change, ambiguity, and fast paced growth* Technical expertise across one or more cloud domains (Microsoft 365 | Azure | Cybersecurity | Infrastructure)* Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to distil complex topics for commercial audiences* Relevant technical certifications are highly desirable* A collaborative, coach like mindset with a passion for people development and cross functional influence* Continuous improvement mindset – someone who is always looking to level up systems, process, and outcomes*In order to fulfil this role you should be resident in this country with a valid right to work.
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**Salary & benefits for or *Manager of Technical Pre-Sales*:*** **Salary:** £55,000 – £68,000 base salary with total OTE/commission up to a potential of £80,000* Long term Incentive Plan (Stock Options)* 25 days holiday (plus