Founding Account Executive Selling AI Solution to Financial Services

Founding Account Executive at AI Scale-Up for Financial Services​About the jobAbout the companyOur client is building the AI compliance layer for financial services. They are backed by tier 1 investors across the US, UK, EU and Asia and since inception in 2024, they are already working with some of the largest financial institutions in the EU/UK.​The RoleThis is a very unique time to be selling to enterprises. As companies deploy AI agents across operations they are more open than ever to working with innovative startups. They are looking for a commercial leader who understands how large organizations buy transformation, someone who can combine strategic insight, advisory, and trusted relationships to help shape how AI enters the enterprise world. This hire will play a key role in building their GTM playbook in the UK, building a team and scaling in other markets.Location: 5 days a week in office (Central London)​What You'll doPartner with the founders to build and execute the GTM playbook, from lead generation to close. Run consultative, solution-oriented sales processes with tier 1 banks and financial institutions.Run consultative, solution-oriented sales processes with tier 1 banks and financial institutionsLead full-cycle B2B deals with risk, compliance, legal and innovation teamsDevelop and nurture trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, translating AI and regulatory use cases into clear business value.​What They are Looking ForExperience of B2B sales experience in financial services (Consulting, SaaS, founder sales)Deep understanding of how large financial institutions buy and implement transformation and technological changeProven track record of closing deals and nurturing long-cycle relationshipsExperience engaging with legal, compliance, or risk stakeholders is a bonusHigh hunger, resilience and ownership. Motivated to build and scale something from the ground up​Why This RoleHigh impact opportunity: play a key role in shaping how financial institutions adopt AI agents and lead their expansion in the UK and then across EuropeBuild, experiment, and make decisions that actually move the needleCompetitive salary + equity + significant performance based upside (in the form of commission and further equity).Discipline(s): Financial ServicesDuration: PermanentJob type: Permanent