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Presales Manager

Civica · London, UK

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
1mo ago

Still open · checked 2h agoon Civica's careers page

The job

What you'd do
Leads Civica's presales team to support Sales on qualification, solution design, demos and win strategy for public sector software deals. A management role, not a quota-carrying seller.
Who you'd sell to
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Where deals come from
Not stated in the posting.

The Braun Read

Proceed with caution

A few things here deserve a hard look before you spend time on it.

Pay
No pay listed at all.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Time on market
Open 30 days. Normal, but not fresh.
Company hiring
4 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What are the base and the OTE for this role?

    No point investing hours before you know the number.

  3. 3.

    What's the annual quota, and how was it set?

    A quota built from real data is a target. Otherwise it's a hope.

  4. 4.

    Where does pipeline come from: inbound, SDRs, or me?

    Tells you how much of your week is prospecting versus selling.

  5. 5.

    How long is ramp, and what's the quota during it?

    Full quota on day one means you start behind.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

› When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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Full posting
We’re Civica and we make software that helps deliver critical services for citizens all around the world. From local to state government, to education, to health and care, over 5,000 public bodies across the globe use our software to help provide critical services to over 100 million citizens.  Our aspiration is to be a GovTech champion everywhere we work around the globe, supporting the needs of citizens and those that serve them every day. Building on 21 years of continuous growth and success, we're at a pivotal point on our journey to realise that aspiration.  Why you will love this opportunity as Presales Manager with us We’re seeking an experienced Commercial Presales Manager to lead Presales as a strategic and commercial partner to Sales. You’ll lead a high-performing, disciplined function that strengthens opportunity qualification, improves solution quality and customer value, and drives better commercial outcomes. What you’ll do to be successful in this role - Lead and develop a high-performing Presales team, building strong commercial, technical and consultative capability. - Partner with Sales to shape qualification, win strategy and solution positioning, focusing resource on the highest-value opportunities. - Establish a clear and scalable Presales operating model, with strong priorities, ownership, metrics and accountability. - Ensure high-quality discovery, demonstrations and solution design that clearly articulate customer value and differentiate Civica. - Collaborate across Sales, Product, Engineering, Delivery and Commercial teams to influence priorities and improve win outcomes. - Drive measurable impact across deal progression, conversion, revenue quality and margin protection. Requirements - Proven leadership experience within Presales, Solutions Consulting, Technical Sales or a similar software environment. - Strong commercial acumen with a track record of improving opportunity quality, conversion or sales performance. - Experience leading complex software and services solution selling. - Confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders using evidence and commercial insight. - Strong coaching skills, particularly helping technical specialists communicate business value. - A data-led, proactive approach with strong communication, presentation and organisational skills. We Want You to Bring Your Whole Self to Work There is no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list above, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit. Why You'll Love Working with Us As a company, we're passionate about what we do and the citizens we serve. If you, too, want to champion the use of technology in public services to improve outcomes for citizens and public sector organizations, then Civica is the right place for you. We will help you unlock the best version of yourself, achieve career growth, and make a real difference to people and communities. We know that when our people are happy, they work better and have greater job satisfaction. Here's what you can expect: Benefits Time Off & Work-Life Balance ✔ 25 Days Annual Leave + bank holidays – plus the option to buy up to 10 extra days! ✔ Days of Difference – Up to 3 extra days off for volunteering. Financial Well-being & Security ✔ Pension Contributions – 5% employer match to support your future. ✔ Income Protection – Up to 75% salary cover for long-term illness. ✔ Life Assurance – 4x salary tax-free lump sum. ✔ Critical Illness Cover – £25,000 lump sum (extendable to dependents). Health & Perks ✔ Private Medical Insurance – Fast access to private healthcare. ✔ Health Cash Plan – Claim back physio, therapies & more. ✔ Dental Insurance – Cover for routine & emergency care. ✔ Affinity Groups – Join employee-led communities. ✔ Bounty Bonus – Refer a friend & get rewarded. At Civica, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and excellence, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure fairness and transparency, so every candidate has an equal chance to contribute to our mission. If you need any adjustments or accommodations to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to support you.
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