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Inside Sales Representative (Junior Account Executive)

Sysdig · Remote · UK

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
1mo ago

Still open · checked 3h agoon Sysdig's careers page

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Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay
No pay listed at all.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly self-sourced. Great if you like outbound, rough if you don't.
Time on market
Open 36 days. Normal, but not fresh.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 5 sales roles in the last 30 days.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags 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 percent of reps hit quota last year?

    Not in the posting

  2. 2.

    What are the base and the OTE for this role?

    No pay listed

  3. 3.

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

    Not in the posting

  4. 4.

    What share of last year's closed deals did reps source themselves?

    Mostly self-sourced

  5. 5.

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

    Not in the posting

  6. 6.

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

    Always ask

The role

Sell Sysdig's cloud security platform through a high-velocity SaaS funnel built from both inbound and outbound leads. The role requires SDR/LDR experience, pipeline generation, and greenfield prospecting, plus Channel Partner work.

Enterprise · New Logo · Outbound

Selling motion

New Logo

Who you are selling to

Enterprise

Pipeline expectations

Mostly self-sourced. Expect a lot of outbound.

Compensation

The posting doesn't list pay.

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Base salary
  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
In the cloud, every second counts. On the leading edge of security, Sysdig stops attacks in real-time by instantly detecting changes in cloud security risk with runtime insights and open source Falco. Trusted by a large enterprise customer base, we are a well-funded startup, passionate open source enthusiasts at heart, and problem-solvers who are building and delivering powerful solutions to secure cloud-native applications.   We have an organizational focus on delivering value to customers. We appreciate diverse opinions and open dialogue to spur ideas and we believe in working together to achieve our goals. We're an international company that understands how to cultivate an inclusive environment across all teams.   And we're a great place to work too - we've been named a "Best Places to Work" by Inc, the San Francisco Business Time, and Built In, with recognitions ranging from "Best Benefits" to a "Best Company for Happiness".   We are looking for driven team members who want to join us on our mission to lead cloud security globally. Does this sound like the right place for you? What you will do: - Reporting to our SVP Sales you will implement sales plans for your assigned territory by forecasting and exceeding quota - Through a combination of inbound and outbound leads you will manage a high-velocity, SaaS funnel - You will manage business opportunities through CRM and other supporting tools - You will collaborate on and improve the sales cycle, including product, support, and sales engineering - You will work with and enable Partner Ecosystem What you will bring with you: - 3 years minimum of IT Sales experience as Inside Sales Representative or Account Executive - Previous SDR and LDR experience is a requirement - SaaS and Cloud Security sales experience - Track record overachieving sales targets - Previous experience selling through a Channel Partner - Experience collaborating with marketing - Excellent communication skills in English and French What we look for: - Experience finding new business opportunities in greenfield territories - Experience of successful Pipeline Generation - MEDDPICC experience When you join Sysdig, you can expect: - Extra days off to prioritize your well-being - Mental health support for you and your family through the Modern Health app - Great compensation package We would love for you to join us! Please reach out even if your experience doesn't perfectly match the job description. We can always explore other options after starting the conversation. Your background and passion will set you apart, especially if your career path is different.   Some of our Hiring Managers are globally distributed, an English version of your CV will be appreciated.   Sysdig values a diverse workplace and encourages women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. Sysdig is an equal-opportunity employer. Sysdig does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.   #LI- MC1 #LI-Remote
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