Account Executive - Automotive Sector
Account Executive - Automotive Sector
(SaaS & Market Intelligence)
UK | Hybrid (London)
£60,000 basic + £20,000-£25,000 OTE
A global provider of market intelligence and advisory solutions is expanding its UK commercial team and is looking to hire an Account Executive to drive growth within the automotive sector. This is a high‑impact role focused on selling data, insights and consulting services to senior stakeholders across manufacturers, OEMs and supply chain organisations.
The organisation works with some of the world's largest companies, helping them make strategic decisions through market insight, data and emerging technology platforms.
The Company
This business is a globally recognised market research and advisory firm, delivering in‑depth industry intelligence and consulting services to organisations across multiple sectors. With thousands of clients worldwide-including a significant proportion of global enterprise organisations-the company has built a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, data‑led insights. It is also investing in next‑generation technology platforms that allow clients to access and analyse large volumes of research in real time. With a growing UK presence and continued global expansion, the organisation operates at the forefront of the market intelligence space.
The Opportunity
This role focuses on selling subscription‑based research, consulting services and access to an advanced data platform into the automotive sector. You will manage a full sales cycle, from prospecting through to closing, engaging senior stakeholders across strategy, operations and R&D functions. Sales cycles typically range from 6-8 weeks, with deal values spanning from approximately $35,000 up to $200,000. With support from marketing and international business development teams, alongside a strong product offering and brand credibility, this is an opportunity to build a significant revenue stream within a high‑value vertical.
What You'll Be Doing
- Selling market intelligence subscriptions, research reports and consulting services
- Generating new business through outbound activity and self‑sourcing
- Running discovery calls, product demonstrations and presentations
- Engaging senior stakeholders across strategy, operations and R&D
- Managing full sales cycles through to negotiation and close
- Building and maintaining a strong pipeline within the automotive sector
What They're Looking For
Experience Requirements:
- 3-7 years of B2B sales experience, ideally within SaaS, data or subscription‑based services
- Experience selling into the automotive sector required
- Strong background in new business acquisition and full sales cycle management
- Comfortable with outbound selling, demos and closing
Character:
- Driven, confident and commercially focused
- Self‑starter with high levels of autonomy
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
Package
- £60,000 basic salary (flexible for strong profiles)
- £20,000-£25,000 OTE (paid quarterly)
- Hybrid working - 1-2 days per week in London office
- Mobile, laptop and home working setup
- Pension and healthcare
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
