Account Executive

Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.

Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.

At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.

We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them.

Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast

Job Description:

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. This is a full-cycle sales role and you will be responsible for hunting new logos, expanding market share, and maximising revenue growth in the Nordic region therefore fluency in Swedish or Norwegian is essential. This role requires a self-starter with strong sales acumen, capable of positioning Darktrace solutions to C-level executives and security professionals. You will own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while also identifying upsell opportunities within your territory to maximize customer lifetime value.

This role is remote based in Stockholm with access to a shared workspace.

What will I be doing:

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 SDR 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.

What experience do I need:

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 Nordics Market. As an Account Executive you'll play a key role in driving the sales operation for the Nordic region.

You'll be currently selling at an enterprise level in a closing role and you are a confident, polished communicator capable of building strong and lasting working relationships. You are motivated by generous uncapped commission and thrive in a target-driven environment, you will also:

• Be fluent Swedish or Norwegian (spoken and written)
• Have an interest in cybersecurity and being tech-savvy,
• Have experience in a high-growth business environment or start-up.
• 2+ years of experience in a full-cycle 360 sales role, owning the entire sales process from prospecting to close
• Proven experience working in a partner-led or channel sales model, including Resellers, MSSPs or distributors
• Background in SaaS, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, or enterprise software is strongly preferred

Benefits:

• 25 days' holiday + all national public holidays,
• Additional day off for your birthday,
• Group Life & Accident insurance,
• Employer-provided pension scheme,
• Medical insurance,
• Long term disability insurance,
• Employee Assistance Program.

As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability.

Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.