Vice President of Enterprise Sales – UK & Europe

About CNTXT AI

CNTXT AI is a UAE-based Data and AI company helping organizations become AI-ready through sovereign, end-to-end solutions built in the region and designed to scale globally.

We provide secure data services, custom AI solutions, and industry-specific applications that simplify AI adoption and enable seamless deployment. Our expertise spans the full AI lifecycle — from data advisory, data collection, labeling and annotation, RLHF, and AI training data to advanced machine learning, AI agents, voice AI, robotics data services, and enterprise AI applications.

With Arabic-first, domain-specific innovation, CNTXT AI delivers practical AI solutions that help enterprises and governments reduce costs, accelerate growth, and maintain full control over their data.

As we expand into the United Kingdom and European markets, we are seeking an entrepreneurial sales leader to establish and scale our commercial presence across the region.

About the Role

CNTXT AI is seeking a Vice President of Sales – UK & Europe to build and lead our commercial organization across the United Kingdom and Europe from the ground up.

This is a highly strategic and hands-on leadership role for a proven builder who has successfully developed new markets, created enterprise sales pipelines, and closed large-scale AI, data, and technology services deals.

As CNTXT AI's first commercial hire in the region, you will be responsible for developing the go-to-market strategy, establishing customer relationships, building pipeline, closing enterprise deals, and ultimately scaling the UK and European sales organization.

The ideal candidate brings an extensive network across AI, enterprise software, data services, digital transformation, and emerging technologies and has experience selling into large enterprises, technology companies, public sector organizations, and AI-native businesses.

Experience at companies such as Scale AI, Appen, Labelbox, Surge AI, TELUS Digital, DataForce, Sama, Invisible Technologies, or similar organizations is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Build CNTXT AI's UK & European Market Presence

• Establish CNTXT AI's commercial presence across the UK and Europe.
• Develop and execute regional go-to-market strategies.
• Identify priority industries, accounts, and market opportunities.
• Build CNTXT AI's reputation as a trusted AI and data services partner.
• Represent CNTXT AI at major industry events, conferences, and executive forums.

Enterprise Pipeline Development

• Build a qualified enterprise pipeline from zero.
• Leverage personal relationships, industry networks, and strategic partnerships.
• Create account-based sales strategies for key target customers.
• Drive outbound business development initiatives.
• Develop scalable pipeline generation processes.

Enterprise Sales Execution

• Own the full enterprise sales cycle from prospecting through contract execution.
• Build relationships with:

Strategic Account Development

Target organizations including:

• AI Labs
• Foundation Model Companies
• Enterprise Software Companies
• Financial Services Institutions
• Healthcare Organizations
• Telecommunications Companies
• Retail & E-Commerce Businesses
• Manufacturing & Industrial Companies
• Government and Public Sector Organizations
• Defense & Aerospace Companies

Strategic Partnerships

Develop relationships with:

• Global System Integrators
• Consulting Firms
• Cloud Providers
• AI Platform Companies
• Technology Partners
• Innovation Hubs and Accelerators

Leverage partnerships to accelerate market penetration and pipeline growth.

Build the Regional Sales Organization

Following initial success:

• Recruit and hire:
• SDRs
• Enterprise Account Executives
• Solutions Engineers
• Customer Success Managers
• Develop sales playbooks and operating processes.
• Establish a scalable regional sales organization.

Preferred Industry Experience

Strong preference for candidates who have worked at:

• Scale AI
• Appen
• Labelbox
• Surge AI
• TELUS Digital
• DataForce
• Sama
• Invisible Technologies

Or have sold:

• AI Training Data
• Data Annotation Services
• RLHF Services
• Enterprise AI Solutions
• AI Infrastructure
• Machine Learning Services
• AI Agents
• Voice AI Platforms

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of enterprise sales experience.
• 5+ years in sales leadership positions.
• Proven experience building new markets and commercial organizations.
• Demonstrated success selling AI, technology, SaaS, or data services.
• Experience closing six-figure and seven-figure enterprise agreements.
• Strong executive-level communication and negotiation skills.
• Existing network of enterprise buyers and decision-makers across the UK and Europe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within AI, machine learning, or data services organizations.
• Deep understanding of the European enterprise technology market.
• Experience selling to:
• FTSE 100 companies
• Large multinational enterprises
• Government organizations
• Public sector institutions
• Experience in high-growth startup or scale-up environments.
• Experience building commercial teams from the ground up.

Core Competencies

• Builder Mentality
• You thrive in ambiguity and enjoy creating new markets, teams, and revenue streams from scratch.
• Enterprise Sales Leadership
• Strong ability to manage and close complex enterprise opportunities.
• Strategic Relationship Building
• Ability to leverage executive networks and create long-term strategic partnerships.
• Market Development
• Proven success entering new markets and establishing commercial presence.
• Commercial Execution
• Strong pipeline management, forecasting, and deal execution capabilities.

What Success Looks Like

• Establish CNTXT AI's commercial presence across the UK and Europe.
• Build a strong network of enterprise customers, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Create and execute a scalable go-to-market strategy for CNTXT AI's AI and data services offerings.
• Generate a healthy and predictable enterprise sales pipeline across target industries.
• Secure strategic enterprise customers and long-term commercial relationships.
• Position CNTXT AI as a trusted AI, data, and enterprise technology partner within the European market.
• Develop strategic partnerships that accelerate customer acquisition and market penetration.
• Build the foundation for a high-performing UK and European sales organization.
• Provide market intelligence and customer insights that influence product strategy and service offerings.
• Contribute significantly to CNTXT AI's global growth and expansion objectives.

Why Join CNTXT AI

• Become the founding commercial leader for the UK and European market.
• Build and own an entire region from the ground up.
• Work directly with executive leadership.
• Sell cutting-edge AI, data, voice AI, and enterprise technology solutions.
• Significant opportunity for career growth and organizational impact.
• Join one of the fastest-growing AI companies in the region with global ambitions.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit:

• Updated CV
• LinkedIn profile
• Summary of revenue achievements over the last 3 years
• Examples of enterprise accounts won
• Description of industries and buyer personas sold into
• Overview of existing relationships relevant to CNTXT AI's target market

Candidates with experience at Scale AI, Appen, Labelbox, Surge AI, TELUS Digital, or similar organizations, and a proven track record of building enterprise sales pipelines and closing strategic AI and data services deals, will be strongly preferred.