At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive transformative change by selling Slack solutions to enterprise clients and building strong relationships.
- Company: Join Salesforce, the leader in AI-driven CRM and workforce transformation.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous PTO, wellbeing reimbursements, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture focused on innovation and work-life balance.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team reshaping how organisations communicate and collaborate.
- Qualifications: Proven SaaS sales experience with a focus on strategic account management.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.
About Salesforce: Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.
Cloud Account Executives - Slack: Slack is redefining how organisations communicate, collaborate, and achieve success in a digital-first era. As part of Salesforce, Slack empowers teams to connect, automate, and thrive by creating dynamic digital HQs for today’s workforce.
We're on the lookout for results-driven Enterprise SaaS sales professionals who thrive on solving business challenges and influencing change. In this role, you'll deliver exceptional customer experiences while driving new and existing business within the aligned vertical. This is a unique opportunity to drive transformative change for customers, whilst contributing to the success of one of Salesforce’s most innovative solutions.
What You'll Do:
- Build trusted relationships with senior business leaders in the aligned sector such as Financial Services, Retail / Consumer and Manufacturing / Automotive, identifying critical challenges and positioning Slack as the solution to drive transformation.
- Partner closely with Salesforce Core Account Executives to co-sell and unlock new Slack opportunities across your territory.
- Navigate complex sales cycles with multi-stakeholder buying groups, including C-suite executives and technical decision-makers.
- Develop compelling business cases and customer narratives that showcase Slack's impact on collaboration, productivity, and operational efficiency.
- Create and execute strategic account plans to consistently achieve and exceed your sales targets.
- Own the full sales cycle—from prospecting and pipeline generation through negotiation and close.
- Collaborate with Solution Engineers, Customer Success, and Salesforce partners to deliver tailored demos and solutions.
- Lead commercial discussions, including pricing strategy, contract negotiations, and value articulation.
- Stay ahead of relevant industry trends and represent Slack at key industry events and forums.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven success as a quota-carrying Enterprise SaaS sales professional with experience meeting and exceeding targets.
- Experience in complex, multi-stakeholder sales with a focus on strategic account management.
- Strong ability to articulate value propositions tailored to enterprise customer needs.
- A track record of engaging C-level executives and leading discovery conversations that drive outcomes.
- Pipeline generation expertise, leveraging existing relationships and building new connections to drive opportunities.
- Familiarity with team-selling environments, aligning with Salesforce core AEs and Partners.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Experience selling collaboration, productivity, or enterprise software solutions is highly preferred.
- Experience selling into the Financial Services, Retail / Consumer and Manufacturing / Automotive industries is highly valued and will set you apart!
What Success Looks Like:
- Achieving an annual quota of $600k-$1M through strategic deals and multi-product sale.
- Generating and managing a healthy sales pipeline with consistent progression and accurate forecasting.
- Demonstrating clear ROI to customers, differentiating Slack against competitors.
- Establishing long-term, trusted partnerships with customers by showcasing Slack’s value in transforming workflows.
Why Join Slack at Salesforce?
- A Market-Leading Solution: Slack is at the forefront of transforming work operations, offering AI-driven tools and seamless Salesforce integrations.
- Cross-Selling Opportunities: Partner with Salesforce Core to unlock untapped opportunities and leverage the power of the broader Salesforce ecosystem.
- Career Growth: Benefit from robust training, professional development, and clear career progression.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy generous PTO, wellbeing reimbursements, parental leave, and more.
- Values-Driven Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive team focused on innovation, equality, and work-life balance.
Ready to make an impact and shape the future of work? Apply today to join our dynamic team.
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Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment.
Slack - Enterprise Cloud Account Executive employer: Salesforce
Salesforce is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, particularly for the Lead Solution Engineer role in the Financial Services sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer extensive training and development opportunities, empowering our team members to innovate and excel in delivering cutting-edge AI, Data, and CRM solutions. Located in the UK, our collaborative environment encourages creativity and teamwork, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about technology and customer transformation.