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MSP Account Executive - Northern Europe

Versa Networks · Remote · UK

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
Not disclosed
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
3mo 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?”

Still open · checked 1h agoon Versa Networks's careers page

The job

What you'd do
You recruit, onboard, and grow Managed Service Providers and Mobile Operators as Versa channel partners in Northern Europe, and build pipeline through them. Requires 5+ years of high-tech sales.
What you'd sell

Connects company offices and remote workers to apps, safely

When a company has offices and remote workers in many places, each one needs a way to reach company apps. The problem is, opening that door without letting hackers through is hard, and one gap is enough. Versa Networks sells software that connects those people and sites and checks their traffic, so they get in safely from anywhere.

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Who you'd sell to
Still reading the posting. Check back within the hour.
Where deals come from
Mostly you. Expect a lot of outbound: cold calls, emails and LinkedIn.

The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

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

Pay
No pay listed at all.
Transparency
Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly self-sourced. Great if you like outbound, rough if you don't.
Time on market
Open 94 days. Ask why it's been hard to fill.
Company hiring
4 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Red lights

None spotted.

Yellow lights

  • Open 90+ days. This role has been posted for three months or more. Ask why it's been hard to fill, and whether anyone left it.

Green lights

None spotted.

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.

    This role has been open a while. What's made it hard to fill?

    The answer tells you what candidates saw that made them walk.

  2. 2.

    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.

  3. 3.

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

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  4. 4.

    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.

  5. 5.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment 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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Full posting
About Us At Versa Networks, we're revolutionizing the way businesses connect, secure, and optimize their networks. Our mission is to secure anywhere, anytime access to anything. As a leader in Secure SD-WAN, SSE (Secure Service Edge), SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) and Next-generation Managed Services, we are empowering organizations across the globe to transform their IT infrastructure for the modern cloud era. Our innovative products enable enterprises to deliver a seamless, scalable, and secure digital experience, no matter where their users, devices, or applications are located. Founded by industry veterans and backed by premier venture capital firms, Versa is a market leader driving innovation and growth as it positions itself for a future IPO. We believe in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer success. Our team is comprised of passionate, forward-thinking professionals dedicated to driving the future of networking technology. We encourage creativity, offer opportunities for growth, and provide a dynamic environment where our people can thrive and make an impact. At Versa Networks, we don’t just build products – we build relationships, elevate businesses, and shape the digital future. Join us and be part of a fast-paced, cutting-edge company that's making a real difference in how the world connects and communicates. Job Summary This is a hands-on role that requires prior work experience in working with Managed Service Providers and or Mobile Operators to support them in all aspects of partnership, including selling, supporting, driving preference and building pipeline for Versa. Candidates must have experience in working at or with Managed Service Providers for a sell-to, sell-with and sell-through approach. Candidates must be technically, business and operationally astute and comfortable working across multiple functions within a large Service Providers. An ability to just “get things done” and navigate around issues is critical. The selected candidate will have a successful background in Networking, SDWAN, Security and/or SASE. Preference will be given to candidates who are familiar with a sell-to motion and have demonstrated a successful track record of building and growing a business. Responsibilities - Manage & Grow Versa business through Service Providers (Mobile Operators, MSP, MSSP, UCaaS)  - Hunt, on-board, enable & operationalize new Service Providers - Build and maintain relationships with SP sales teams/channel - Drive preference for Versa as the preferred partner for SP Sales/Pre-Sales - Develop strategic business plans/GTM with SP and (if applicable) Versa enterprise/territory sales, conduct Quarterly Business Reviews to maintain a healthy, positive, “growth oriented” partnership. - Works with the Enterprise Sales teams to develop joint account plans to target and penetrate strategic accounts. As needed, supports Versa Enterprise/Territory sales teams in secure client meetings and demos - Owns responsibility for building, maintaining, growing and reporting on sales funnel in order to achieve/exceed quota - Tracks and reports on all identified, regularly provides funnel and sales opportunities - Facilities and provides continuous education, training, enablement to SP sales, sales support, technical support, marketing, client support, and product management teams to be able to effectively support and deliver Versa solutions to their end customers. - Maintain positive, strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers within SP to keep Versa “top of mind” and to maintain the leading preferred vendor within the SP.   - Manage partner pricing, negotiations, procurement process and contracting.  - Work cross-functionally (Product/Engineering, Marketing, Operations) in order to support overall growth and success of the global partnership.  Proactively assess partner needs on an ongoing basis. Requirements Qualifications - Bachelor's degree or equivalent training in business or sales management or engineering. - 5+ years selling experience in high tech sales. - Strong technical background - Excellent written & verbal communication skills. - Excellent presentation skills. - Ability to learn new technologies quickly. - Highly motivated sales starter and ability to work independently. - Proven impressive ability to find ways over, under, around & through barriers. - Must be extremely sensitive & adaptive to both stated and unstated customers. - Experience creating focused, collaborative, results-driven teams (internal & partners) - Proven, consistent over achievement of sales quotas - Proven track record of exceeding customer expectations. - Ironclad integrity. - Ability to manage multiple objectives, tasks and clients. - Ability to prospect and qualify potential accounts. - Team Player Location: England, Holland, Sweden *Applicants must be authorized to work in the UK, Holland or Sweden Benefits Why Versa? At Versa Networks, we believe in taking care of our people – both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees. When you join our team, you can expect: - Competitive Salary & Incentives: We offer a competitive compensation package with and pre-IPO equity to reward your hard work and dedication. - Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to ensure you and your family stay healthy and covered. - Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy a generous PTO policy that includes vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays to recharge and take care of personal matters. - Flexible Work Environment: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work, and hybrid option to create the work schedule that works best for you. - Professional Development: We believe in continuous learning. Access to training, certifications, and educational resources to help you grow in your career and stay ahead of industry trends. - Employee Recognition: We celebrate achievements both big and small, with regular recognition programs and awards that highlight your contributions to our collective success. - Collaborative Culture: Be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive team where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. - Parental Leave: Generous parental leave policies to support you during life's important moments. At Versa Networks, our benefits are designed to help you thrive both inside and outside the office. Join us and experience a rewarding, fulfilling career in a supportive environment that values your health, happiness, and success. Versa Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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