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New Business Account Executive

Twilio · Remote · UK

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
2h ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

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What Twilio sells

Texts, calls and emails built into apps

A business wants its app to text, call, and email customers in real time, but building those systems from scratch takes a lot of work. Twilio sells ready-made tools that developers plug into their own apps to send messages, make calls, and send emails. Developers can build better customer experiences without starting from zero.

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The Braun Read

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
Brand new.
Company hiring
22 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

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 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 percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What are the base and the OTE for this role?

    No point investing hours before you know the number.

  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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The role

Account Executive.

Mixed · Outbound

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
DevelopersIn their words: “empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences”

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
Who we are At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences. Our dedication to remote-first work, and strong culture of connection and global inclusion means that no matter your location, you’re part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making a global impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how the world interacts, we’re acquiring new skills and experiences that make work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in your hands. . Hiring and how we work We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions! Also, while we are a remote-first company, you may be asked to report in person on an ad-hoc basis for team gatherings, functional off-sites or customer meetings. . See yourself at Twilio Join the team as Twilio’s next New Business Account Executive UK/I/Northern Europe.. About the job This position is needed to sell into high value Enterprise prospects and existing customers with ARR under $50k. You will play a key role in further growing Twilio’s Communication business across UK/I/Northern Europe. You will be responsible for sourcing new, high value customers as well as driving the sales process from internal leads to qualifying new prospects and handling deals to closure. Responsibilities In this role, you’ll: - Be responsible for net new customer acquisition and driving ACV for a specific set of accounts while maintaining the highest levels of customer satisfaction. - Work closely with your SDR and SE teams to own, drive and build intelligent outreach campaigns into new prospects - Source new leads and drive sustainable pipeline growth each quarter - Master creating pricing proposals, negotiating terms and managing the contract process. Ideally, you also have experience selling communications solutions to a technical and business audience, building trust and mutual respect with technical customers and peers. - Are passionate about what you do and you are able to think outside of the box and have extraordinary interpersonal and communication skills to make complex contractual, technical, and financial details sound simple. - Able to balance challenging priorities and handle multiple projects/deals at the same time. Qualifications Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn't followed a traditional path, don't let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! *Required: - 6+ years of Enterprise Sales experience and a track record of personally selling and closing complex solutions to enterprise and software companies. - Strong experience identifying, mapping and prospecting enterprise accounts - Proven success in selling complex, technical solutions such as cloud communications platforms, APIs, Conversational AI and/or enterprise software - Experience in account management, developing large enterprise clients, and a history of meeting or exceeding sales targets - Experience working with Fortune 500 or similarly large enterprises - Background in working within a quota-driven environment with proven ability to close high-value deals (e.g., six to seven figures) - Expertise in solution-based selling or consultative selling - Strong negotiation and contract management skills, including handling complex deals with long sales cycles. - Prospecting and lead generation skills—ability to develop a pipeline through multiple channels, including direct sales, partnerships, and networking. - Ability to build and nurture relationships with C-level executives, decision-makers, cross-functional partners and key stakeholders in large enterprises - Strong presentation and negotiation skills - Comfortable working in a dynamic / environment. - Familiar working with MEDDPICC sales qualification methodology and other Sales methodologies Desired: - Ideally, you also have experience selling both to a business and technical audience - Understanding of the CPaaS & Customer Engagement ecosystem and familiarity with: - - Cloud communications (voice, SMS, chat, video, etc.). - Contact centre agent productivity and Conversational AI - APIs and integrations for communication services. - Telecommunications industry dynamics. - Knowledge of enterprise technology architecture and the technical needs of large organizations, including how CPaaS solutions integrate with existing systems. Location This role will be remote and based in the UK or Ireland. Travel We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 25% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way. What We Offer Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location. Twilio thinks big. Do you? We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That's why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts. So, if you're ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now! If this role isn't what you're looking for, please consider other open positions. . Stay alert to recruitment fraud We care about your safety. Scammers sometimes impersonate Twilio recruiters through fake job postings, emails, websites, or messages. Please ensure you are engaging with an official @twilio.com email address. We will never ask for payment, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or banking information during the recruiting process. We do not make job offers without a formal interview process or conduct interviews exclusively through text-based messaging apps. . Twilio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Additionally, Twilio participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.
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