Account Executive - m/f/d
About Qevlar AI
B2B SaaS startup that 10x the productivity of cybersecurity teams. We develop autonomous AI agents that automate the work of Security Operations Centers (SOCs). Since our creation a year ago, we have:
- Raised €4.5 million in seed funding led by EQT Ventures
- Been incubated by Meta during the AI startup program
- Been selected to be part of the Microsoft GenAI studio
- Won the cybersecurity challenge organised by Orange Cyberdefense
- Been named Future 40 by Station F
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Account Executive to join our sales team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in B2B sales, excellent communication skills, and a keen interest in cybersecurity and AI technologies. As an Account Executive, you will play a critical role in driving our growth by identifying and closing new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and collaborating with our technical teams to deliver exceptional solutions.
What will you do?
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through various channels (networking, cold calling, inbound leads, etc.).
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in target companies.
- Conduct thorough needs analysis and present our solution to potential clients.
- Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation and closing deals.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Development, product, marketing) to ensure client satisfaction and successful implementation of solutions.
- Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs set by the company.
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in cybersecurity and AI.
- Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and market feedback to management.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in B2B sales, preferably in the technology sector.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Ability to autonomously solve problems and suggest improvements to current processes.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity and AI technologies, and the ability to articulate their value to prospective clients.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with clients.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Fluent in French or English; additional languages are a plus.
- Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Hubspot) and sales tools.
What we offer
- Salary budget: €120k-€180k (50% base, 50% commissions)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
- Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
- Career growth and development opportunities within a rapidly expanding company.
- Flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work.
- A vibrant office location in Paris, with easy access to public transportation.
Embark on a journey of continuous learning and have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in cybersecurity. We're excited to see the innovative directions your expertise will lead us in.
- Teams
- Sales
- Role
- Account Executive m/f/d
- Locations
- Paris
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
About Qevlar AI
Fully autonomous automation for defensive cybersecurity teams (SOC). Explainable AI. Agnostic approach. No playbooks needed.
Account Executive - m/f/d
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