Senior Account Executive
Job-ID: senior-account-executiveLocation: LondonType: PermanentRecruiter: Portia HotchkissPhone: +44 (0)203 778 1995E-Mail: portia@shawdaniels.co.ukPosted: 2026-07-27A hunter-focused Senior Account Executive role driving new business within financial services and alternative investment firms. You will introduce an AI-powered Managed Services Platform, cybersecurity, cloud and managed IT solutions, leading complex consultative sales engagements from prospecting through to contract execution.ResponsibilitiesGenerate and close new business opportunities within financial services and alternative investment marketsProspect, qualify, and engage executive decision-makers through outbound outreach, referrals, networking, and inbound leadsOwn the entire sales lifecycle, from initial discovery through proposal, negotiation, and contract executionBuild and maintain a healthy pipeline while consistently achieving and exceeding revenue targetsDevelop trusted relationships with C-level executives and key stakeholdersPartner with technical teams to create customised AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and managed service solutions that meet client requirementsMaintain accurate pipeline management, forecasting, and account activity within HubSpot CRMStay informed on industry trends, competitive developments, and emerging technologies impacting financial servicesRepresent RFA at industry conferences, networking events, and client meetings (up to 20% travel)Complete sales reporting, forecasting, and administrative activities in a timely mannerRequirements8-10+ years of successful enterprise sales experience selling managed IT services, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, SaaS, or technology servicesDemonstrated success acquiring new logo accounts and consistently exceeding sales targetsEstablished network within financial services, alternative investments, hedge funds, private equity, or related marketsStrong consultative and solution-selling skills with the ability to uncover business challenges and position strategic technology solutionsExecutive presence with exceptional communication and presentation skillsExperience managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cyclesProven ability to build trust, negotiate effectively, and close high-value opportunitiesStrong organisational skills with experience using CRM platforms, preferably HubSpotCollaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally across sales, marketing, engineering, and delivery teamsExperience selling into hedge funds, private equity firms, asset managers, family offices, or broader financial services organisationsKnowledge of AI technologies, managed services, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, or digital transformation initiatives