Senior Sales Director

Sonata One

Sonata One is a rapidly scaling, regulated fund services and technology (fintech) business.  We're The Private Funds Clearinghouse, connecting more than 53,000 investors with 6,500 funds and 180 fund managers around the globe. Our vision is to change the paradigm of private markets investing through harmonising the end-to-end investment process within one platform. Investors benefit from a seamless, one & done experience across the fund lifecycle (from fund selection and subscription through to settlement and reporting) underpinned by a globally compliant KYC passport and 24/5 support. Fund managers can raise capital faster at a lower cost from a wider pool of pre-approved investors.  Founded in 2015, Sonata One has a presence in eight locations worldwide including the US, UK and Luxembourg, Guernsey, South Africa and Mauritius.     We operate as #OneGlobalThread in line with our values: We challenge the norm, we change the way we think and work, by connecting systems and people, while committing to our vision and each other. We are now looking to recruit a Senior Sales Director to join our global team.    Position Overview:  We are hiring a senior, network-led commercial professional to acquire new logos across the global private markets ecosystem.  While the primary focus will be on top-tier General Partners, this role also spans a broader client base including private credit platforms, real asset managers, venture capital firms, secondaries investors, and fund-of-funds.    This is not a traditional sales role. You will operate as a strategic hunter, leveraging an existing network across private markets to engage both economic and technical buyers including Group Financial Controllers, CFOs, Finance Directors, Heads of Operations, Head of Compliance, Investor Relations and Finance Transformation leaders.  You will play a critical role in shaping how private markets participants across fund managers and adjacent structures, adopt next-generation infrastructure, driving standardisation, efficiency, and liquidity across the ecosystem.     Responsibilities   Proven track record selling into the private market’s ecosystem, including but not limited to:   * General Partners (GPs) across private equity, private credit, real assets, and venture capital   * Mid-market and emerging managers   * Secondaries investors and platforms   * Fund-of-funds and multi-manager platforms   * Institutional investors (LPs) including pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and asset managers (where relevant to fund operations and infrastructure)   * Private markets service providers, including fund administrators, custodians, and outsourced finance providers   Established network across senior stakeholders within private markets, with demonstrable access to decision-makers across both fund managers and the wider ecosystem   Demonstrated ability to engage and close with:   * Technical buyers (Fund Operations, Finance Transformation, Middle Office, Fund Accounting, and Systems/Technology stakeholders)   * Economic buyers (CFO, Group Financial Controller, Finance Director, Operating Partner level)   * Experience selling complex, high-value solutions such as financial infrastructure, fund administration, data platforms, or fintech solutions into sophisticated financial institutions   * Strong understanding of how different participants across private markets interact operationally (GP–LP relationships, fund administrators, intermediaries), and where inefficiencies or friction points exist    Commercial Profile  * True “hunter” mentality with a relationship-first approach   * Established track record in selling to economic buyers across private markets * Strong commercial judgement and experience structuring enterprise-level deals   * Ability to position solutions at both strategic and operational levels     Strong understanding of:   * Private markets fund structures (LP’s and GP’s)   * Operational workflows across finance, middle office, and fund administration   * Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate financial and operational value propositions to senior stakeholders   * High level of commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to engage in value-based and ROI-driven discussions    Personal Attributes  * Highly credible with senior finance stakeholders   * Strong presence and ability to operate as a peer to client leadership   * Naturally network-driven with a reputation in the market   * Intellectually curious with a strong understanding of private markets structures and workflows    Compensation: * Industry leading base salary * 10% commissions on all sales, payable in monthly instalments, starting month 1 from deal completion    Qualifications:    * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field (preferred but not essential with relevant experience)   * Advanced qualifications such as ACA / ACCA / CFA / MBA are advantageous, particularly for credibility with senior finance stakeholders      Being part of Sonata One provides a collaborative and inclusive work culture that values innovation and diversity. We believe in the power of our unique mission and we all work together towards that one single goal. We also believe in being real. We’re not a big corporate. Everyone has an important role to fulfil, and your contribution will be an integral part of our success story.          Benefits:     * Life Insurance – Peace of mind for you and your loved ones   * Income Protection – Financial support when you need it most   * Hybrid Working – Supporting work/Life Balance   * Annual Leave – With extra days that grow the longer you’re with us   * Pension Scheme – Employee matched helping you plan confidently for the future   * Employee Assistance Program – Confidential, 24/7 support for life’s ups and downs   * Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption Leave – Because family matters   * Career Training & Development – Ongoing learning opportunities to help you grow   * Paid Volunteering Day – Take time to give back to causes you care about   * Cycle to work Scheme – Employees can benefit from significant tax savings on bicycles and cycling equipment

Databricks

SLSQ227R272 Do you want to help solve the world's toughest problems with big data and AI? This is what we do every day at Databricks! Leading a team of Enterprise Named and Strategic Account Executives, you will be measured by achieving your team's overall quota and growing Databricks consumption. This is a team of account executives that are passionate about building a data ecosystem for UKI, technically knowledgeable and have a strong desire to drive value for our customers. You will oversee the Telco & Utilities senior sales team, implementing sales plans, expanding existing business and delivering accurate sales forecasting and reporting.  This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon a highly successful team achieving significant year on year growth, in a fast growing business which is hugely impactful part of the UKI sales organisation. We are looking for owners, who will go the extra mile and want to be the very best at what they do. The position will report directly to the RVP, Enterprise   The impact you will have: * Lead a team of account executives, ensuring you coach them to develop the skills and behaviours they will need to succeed * Establish company territory plans, team structure, individual quotas and patches for your team, including investment capacity requirements * Report on revenue forecast and strategic GTM programs * Partner with cross-functional teams to manage a complete revenue and customer success process * Inspire a culture of teamwork, leading with value and achieving desired customers outcomes * Develop trust-based relationships with customers and partners to ensure long-term success * Encourage learning and ongoing understanding of technical product details and our future product roadmap * Establish a revenue growth and investment plan in the first 90 days * Deliver our strategic growth plans, in collaboration with the other function leaders across EMEA, ensure forecast accuracy and a predictable, high-growth business  What we look for: * Experience as a high-growth enterprise software sales leader with experience leading sales teams serving Named and Strategic customers in UKI within the Data, AI, Cloud, or SaaS Sales Industry * Experience within the Telco or Utilities vertical  * History of exceeding sales quotas in similar high-growth technology companies * Ability to engage with and hire sales talent in the market * Focus and emphasis on methodology-based sales coaching, MEDDPIC and a Challenger mentality * Experience of value-based sales with both the business and IT stakeholders including C suite * Experience in leadership roles focused on managing sales organisations to influence, develop, and achieve objectives within Data, AI, Cloud, or SaaS sales * Extended Executive relationship network with key Telco & Utilities customers. * Knowledge of the partner ecosystem to help grow Enterprise strategic territories * Success implementing strategies for consumption and commitment-based sales revenue models About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

Shift Technology

Shift delivers AI agents that transform insurers' most critical work. By combining deep industry expertise and unmatched data resources, Shift provides proven results that have earned the trust of hundreds of the world's leading insurers. Our insurance-grade AI is accurate, explainable, and secure—empowering human experts to move with unmatched speed, total confidence, and a renewed focus on the people they serve.        Your browser does not support the video tag. Our culture is built on innovation, trust, and a drive to transform the insurance industry through our SaaS platform. We come from more than 50 different countries and cultures and together we are creating the future of insurance. Learn more at www.shift-technology.com   YOUR MISSION We are looking for a market-facing Sales Director for Germany who leads from the front. You will be part of a team that works daily to grow Shift’s solutions new business revenue to Insurance carriers in the DACH region.  The majority of your time will be spent personally driving revenue — building pipeline, closing strategic deals, and expanding key accounts across the German insurance market. You will operate as the most senior individual contributor in the region, owning both new logo acquisition and long-term account growth. You will focus on selling complex B2B software solutions to insurance carriers across multiple lines of business (Fraud, Claims, Underwriting, Subrogation, etc.), combining strategic hunting with sophisticated farming. This role is designed for a seasoned sales executive who wants to personally drive impact in the German insurance market while shaping the long-term commercial trajectory of a leading global insurtech company.   YOUR IMPACT You will be responsible for building and scaling revenue within the German insurance ecosystem by: * Owning and executing the commercial strategy for the German market * Personally leading complex, enterprise-level sales cycles end-to-end * Driving new business acquisition (hunter mindset) within Tier 1–3 insurance carriers * Expanding and deepening existing client relationships (farmer mindset) * Engaging C-level and senior stakeholders on business transformation initiatives * Leading a team of specialists in their field * Orchestrating internal collaboration across Pre-Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, Delivery, and Customer Success * Ensuring strong value realization and long-term strategic partnerships * Maintaining forecasting excellence and predictable revenue performance This is a high-visibility, high-autonomy role with direct impact on company growth in one of our most strategic markets.   WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a senior, proven commercial leader with a strong individual contributor track record. You bring: * 10+ years of quota-carrying experience in B2B software or product sales * A strong track record of selling complex software solutions to insurance carriers in Germany * Deep knowledge of the German insurance landscape and buying processes * An established network within German insurance decision-makers * Demonstrated success in both hunting new logos and farming strategic accounts * Experience navigating long, enterprise-level sales cycles * Experience managing a small team of senior talents * Strong commercial judgment, negotiation excellence, and deal strategy capability * Executive presence with the ability to influence C-level stakeholders * High emotional intelligence and the ability to manage complex internal and external dynamics * Native-level German and professional fluency in English Who You Are * A senior sales professional who thrives in ownership and accountability * A strategic thinker who also enjoys rolling up their sleeves * Comfortable operating independently while collaborating cross-functionally * Results-driven with high standards and strong business acumen * Energized by building markets and shaping long-term customer partnerships   RECRUITMENT PROCESS * 30 minutes with HR * 60 minutes with our Head of EMEA for GtM * 30-minute role-play exercise with 3 Shifters * 60 minutes with some members of our German team  #LI-RH1 #LI-HYBRID To support our permanent, full time employees at every stage of their careers and lives, we provide a competitive total rewards and benefits package. Here are the global benefits we’d like to highlight: * Flexible remote and hybrid working options * Competitive Salary and a variable component tied to personal and company performance * Multiple Learning and Development opportunities, including Focus Fridays, a half-day each month to focus on learning and personal growth * Generous PTO and paid holidays * Mental health benefits  * 2 MAD Days per year (Make A Difference Days for paid volunteering) Additional benefits may be offered by country, based on your eligibility - ask your recruiter for more information. Intern and Apprentice positions may receive some of these benefits - ask your recruiter for more details. AI tools are used to help review applications for this role. Read our AI in Recruitment Notice for what the AI considers, how to request a human review, and our most recent bias audit. At Shift we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from and hire people who will contribute to the diversity of our company, without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other non-merit criteria. Shift Technology is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application and employment process. Should you require accommodation, please email accommodation@shift-technology.com and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Please be aware of scammers and only trust correspondence that comes from emails ending in "shift-technology.com". We will never do initial outreach to you via Whatsapp/Text/SMS, never ask for banking information or personal identification numbers (ex. Social Security Number) as part of our recruitment process. Shift Technology does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to the Shift Technology Careers page or a Shift Technology social media post. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shift Technology.