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Account Executive

Munich

Darktrace has more than 2,500 employees located globally. Founded by mathematicians and cyber defence experts in 2013, Darktrace is a global leader in cyber security AI, delivering complete AI-powered solutions in its mission to free the world of cyber disruption.

For over a decade, Darktrace has pioneered a proactive, AI-native approach to security. Our roots lie deep in innovation. The Darktrace AI Research Centre based in Cambridge, UK, has conducted research establishing new thresholds in cybersecurity, with technology innovations backed by over 200 patents and pending applications.

Today, Darktrace is a global leader in cybersecurity AI, delivering the essential cybersecurity platform to protect organisations today and for an ever-changing future.

What will I be doing:

Darktrace are expanding their existing DACH Account Executive team due to rapid growth and accelerated revenue with a team of specialist Enterprise Account Executives.

We are seeking ambitious and driven individuals with previous B2B sales experience to join our ever growing friendly and social team of Account Executives covering the DACH Market. As a German speaking Account Executive you'll play a key role in driving the sales operation for the DACH region.

Darktrace offers outstanding growth potential for your career along with uncapped commission in the emerging sector of cyber security, using artificial intelligence and machine learning.

You will own the full sales cycle for enterprise-level accounts, encompassing the entire 360 sales process. This includes establishing and working with partners in your territory and presenting and demonstrating Darktrace's cyber threat defense solutions to CISOs and information security experts. You will also attend marketing events and security conferences, and close the largest deals in the business with the support of a dedicated ISR team for lead generation. Collaborating with in-house technical experts, you will present and demonstrate our cutting-edge threat defense solutions to key stakeholders.

Darktrace provides an excellent onboarding experience, extensive training, and ongoing support from mentors.

This role is hybrid with minimum 3 days a week in our Munich office.

 

What experience do I need:

The ideal candidate is currently selling at an enterprise level in a closing role and is a confident, polished communicator capable of building strong and lasting working relationships. They are motivated by generous uncapped commission and thrive in a target-driven environment, the ideal candidate should also:

  • Be business fluent in German and English is essential,
  • Have an interest in cybersecurity and being tech-savvy,
  • Experience in a high-growth business environment or start-up.
 

Benefits we offer:

  • 28 days’ holiday + all national public holidays,
  • Additional day off for your birthday,
  • Occupational pension,
  • AD&Di-Insurance,
  • Life insurance,
  • Employee Assistance Program.

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