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  • Account Manager, Commercial Sales, Benelux  

    - Greater London
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe RoleWe are seeking a tenacious, creative and highly motivated Commercial Account Manager to further develop an assigned region in Benelux. You will be tasked with converting prospects into sales by differentiating from the competition and working with our channel partners to build and grow a joint Proofpoint business. The role will demand interaction with organisations from SME to Mid Enterprise, typically up to CISO level, as well as with technical staff within the security and IT organisation. You will also work closely with the Sales Engineer team, as well as with partners and leverage the power of corporate resources within your account base. You will manage a portfolio of nominated focus accounts, encompassing a mix of white-space and existing customers. Selling the full Proofpoint Platform, while leveraging all internal resources and our ecosystem of partners to enable continued growth of your account portfolio. In this role you will be able to expand the Proofpoint footprint, ensuring your customers are effectively protected from advanced threats and targeted attacks by our award winning Your day-to-dayEstablish influential business relationships at the executive level within organisations up to 2,500 users (cross-vertical focus) Focus on both hunting for introducing them to the full breadth of our security, compliance and information protection platform.  Articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to become a trusted advisor within your customer base Collaborate with Sales Engineers to organise and deliver compelling and flawless product demonstrations and Proof-of-Concepts (POCs) where you’re able to articulate value and differentiation  Leverage all internal resources, including aligned System Engineers to prepare action-oriented account strategies and plans. Partner with the Customer Success organisation, contributing to Customer Business Reviews Partner with the channel ecosystem to gain access into new accounts Deliver operational excellence, to include forecast accuracy and pipeline generation progression  Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Proofpoint’s competitive positioning in the marketplace What You Bring to The TeamProven track record of over-achieving targets, and capacity to leverage channel partnerships. Experienced technology sales professional, ideally you will have sold SaaS solutions to the SME and Mid Enterprise markets in the Benelux region.   Growth mindset, desire to continue learning and developing, responds positively to coaching  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be able to clearly and effectively articulate Proofpoint’s value. Relentless attention to detail and never-give-up attitude with a high level of activity, i.e., customer and partner meetings emphasizing executive value selling (CISO, CIO, CMO, etc.) Ability to establish business relationships at the executive level, and ability to become a trusted client advisor Experience of closing complex opportunities in the range of $100k+ Proven ability to develop a new business pipeline and accurately forecast  Ability to coordinate multiple resources to execute complex sales strategies. Ideally you will be familiar with a formal sales playbook methodology e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger, TAS, Command of the Message. Preferably you’ll have experience of using Salesforce (or equivalent CRM tool)  Fluent in Dutch required, with excellent English language skill is essential. Any additional languages are a plus.Why ProofpointSupportive leadership; an inclusive and employee centric culture Award winning and market leading technology We invest in our sales teams, and your career, through world-class leadership & enablement programs Why Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: England; Reading, England; London, EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • SME Account Manager, Poland (UK based)  

    - Greater London
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe RoleWe are seeking a dynamic, creative and driven Inside Sales Executive. You will be tasked with converting prospects into sales by differentiating from the competition and working with our channel partners to build and grow a joint Proofpoint business. You will also work closely with the Sales Engineer team, as well as with partners and leverage the power of corporate resources within your account base. Your day-to-dayTarget SME organisations up to 750 users, identifying key decision makers within Security, Compliance and IT roles Conduct rigorous research on SME organizations in partnership with our channel ecosystem Increase market share through outbound telephone prospecting, targeting SME accounts  Articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to become a trusted advisor within your customer base Collaborate with Sales Engineers to organise and deliver compelling product demonstrations Partner with the channel ecosystem to gain access into new accounts Maintain forecast accuracy and pipeline generation progression  Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Proofpoint’s competitive positioning in the marketplace Meet and exceed Planned Quarterly Quota and maintain and achieve weekly linearity numbers to exceed Yearly Plan NumberWhat You Bring to The TeamProven track record of over-achieving targets, and capacity to leverage channel partnerships, and you will have experience of partnering with the channel  Experienced technology sales professional, ideally you will have sold technology solutions to SME scale organisations   Growth mindset, desire to continue learning and developing, responds positively to coaching  Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be able to clearly and effectively articulate Proofpoint’s value. Relentless attention to detail and never-give-up attitude, work at pace and with a high level of activity Ability to coordinate multiple resources to execute sales strategies.Fluency in both Polish and English language required. Any additional languages are a plusWhy Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: England; London, England; Reading, EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • Sales Engineer, UKI  

    - Berkshire
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe RoleProofpoint is seeking a Sales Engineer to join our team and act as the technical sales lead throughout the pre-sales process. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Technical Sales and will lead technical discussions with customers and prospects. You will work closely with the UK and Ireland Enterprise sales team.Your Day to DayCollaborate with the UKI Enterprise team to develop and execute targeted account penetration strategiesDesign and champion complex People-Centric Security solutions encompassing the entire Proofpoint portfolio Provide valuable customer insight and real-world experiences to Product Management, Marketing and Product Development (Engineering) teams to help keep our solutions as the best in class.You will become an expert in Email Security, Advanced Persistent Threats, Attack Protection, Threat Response, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and the threat landscapeMaintain compliance with ISO, NIST and MITREPresent at or attend industry seminars and/or trade shows when requiredQualificationsHands-on experience in a customer facing technical role, either as a Sales/System Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Security Engineer or senior level product support or professional services, preferably in the cyber-security industry at an enterprise levelProven experience in either enterprise email solutions, email authentication, advanced persistent threats, data security, network security or cloud security and shadow IT knowledgeA good working knowledge and use of AI toolsHighly self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervisionExceptional organisational and time-management skills, with the discipline to work and maintain focus in a partner office environment.Proactive communicator who takes ownership of keeping the Account Manager aligned on customer activity, pipeline progress, and priorities.Comfortable acting as the local technical presence, progressing opportunities and supporting customers between Account Manager visits.Excellent presentation skills, comfortable presenting to individuals and/or teams including technical staff and C-suite executives Degree in Computer Science or equivalentCISSP or other security industry certification#LI-CB1Why Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: Reading, EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • Senior Marketing Manager UKISA  

    - Berkshire
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactSenior Regional Marketing Manager — UK, Ireland & South AfricaThe roleWe’re looking for a successful Regional Marketing Manager for the UK, Ireland and South Africa - You'll be the face of marketing to regional sales. You own the regional marketing plan and represent the full marketing scope to the regional sales leaders.This is the connective role between marketing and sales in region. You bring a strong understanding of ABM and digital, and you can guide strategy or roll up your sleeves and execute.Your Day to DayOwn the regional marketing plan across demand gen, channel, events, and field. You're accountable to quarterly and annual targets and budget. UK and Ireland are the priority; South Africa is covered but not the main focus.Be the single point of contact between marketing and regional sales leadership. Represent the full marketing scope to sales, translate their priorities into programs, and keep both sides aligned.Partner with the ABM Director to bring account-based programs to life in region. You guide and support execute the regional plays.Create and run Proofpoint events in region. You own them start to finish: concept, format, venue, content, invites, and follow-up, including Proofpoint conference, executive roundtables, CISO dinners, and field events.Run partner marketing programs with our resellers and strategic partners. Build joint and co-funded campaigns that drive pipeline through the channel.Work with the digital team to run integrated campaigns that feed the regional plan: webinars, content syndication, paid media, and email.Localise corporate EMEA campaigns for the region and brief agencies where needed.Keep sales and marketing tight. Join the quarterly regional sales meetings with the mid-market and enterprise teams and report on what's working.Partner with Product Marketing and PR to shape messaging for the region.Build cross-sell, upsell, and competitive take-out programs to grow our footprint.Report quarterly on every program: responses, MQLs, and marketing contribution to pipeline. Bring the recommendation, not just the number.What you bringProven B2B marketing experience in SaaS, cloud, or IT security.A strong understanding of Modern B2B marketing method. You can guide strategy and execute the plays, even though you won't own the program in this role.Comfortable using AI in your day to day. We run an active AI program in marketing and want people who already work this way.Confidence working with sales leadership. You can hold the room with a regional sales leader and represent marketing credibly.Strong event experience. You've built and run your own events, not just shown up to them.Demand gen across the full mix: digital, social, content, webinars, paid, and field.Experience running programs through resellers and partners. Specific channel marketing experience is a plus.Salesforce experience required.A creative thinker who brings new ideas and is comfortable challenging the default.Resilience and drive to thrive in a fast-moving market.Location and travelBased in our Reading, UK office.Around 20% travel, primarily across the UK and Ireland#LI-SL1Why Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: Reading, EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • Sr Enterprise Account Manager  

    - Berkshire
    About Us:We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a mill... Read More
    About Us:We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.The RoleWe are seeking a proactive, creative, and tenacious Enterprise Account Manager to drive new cyber security business across multiple vertical markets. This role will demand interaction with large scale enterprises at the ‘C’ level, as well as with technical staff within the security and IT organisation.This position will report to the Director of Named Accounts  and lead a portfolio of Named Accounts with a primary focus on converting white space into revenue, complemented by strategic engagement with existing customers to maximise growth potential. Selling the full Proofpoint Platform, while leveraging all internal resources and our ecosystem of partners to enable continued growth of your account portfolio. In this role you will be able to expand the Proofpoint footprint, ensuring your customers are effectively protected from advanced threats and targeted attacks by our award-winning technology.You’ll work closely with System Engineers, Channel Partners, and internal stakeholders to develop strategies that protect customers from advanced threats and enable long-term success.Your day-to-dayBuild and maintain strategic executive-level relationships within Enterprise accounts (2,500+ users) across multiple industry verticals to drive long-term partnership and growth.Focus on both securing new accounts as well as expanding our presence with existing customers by introducing them to all our security, compliance and information protection platform.Articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to become a trusted advisor within your customer baseWork with internal resources, including aligned System Engineers to prepare account strategies and plans.Collaborate with Systems Engineers to organise and deliver compelling and flawless product demonstrationsPartner with the channel ecosystem to gain access into new accountsDeliver operational excellence, to include forecast accuracy and pipeline generation progressionMaintain up-to-date knowledge of Proofpoint’s competitive positioning in the marketplaceWhat you bring to the teamExperienced technology sales professional, with a particular focus on SaaS value-based technologies. Experience within Cyber Security is an advantage.Proven track record of over-achieving targets, net new logo achievements and capacity to leverage channel partnershipsRelentless attention to detail and never-give-up attitude with a high level of activity, i.e., customer and partner meetings emphasizing executive value selling (CISO, CIO, CMO, etc.)Ability to establish business relationships at the executive level, and ability to become a trusted client advisorExperience of closing complex opportunities in the range of $100k – $1mProficient user of formal sales playbook methodologies e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger, TAS, Command of the Message.Growth mindset, willingness to be coached, and diligence to follow a proven sales processEntrepreneurial self-starter with a consistent focus on account planning, pipeline generation and opportunity progression. You’re strategic in approach but always act with urgency.Preferably you’ll have experience of using Salesforce#LI-JS2Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us: • Competitive compensation• Comprehensive benefits • Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential. • Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.]. • Annual wellness and community outreach days • Always on recognition for your contributions • Global collaboration and networking opportunities Our Culture: Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here . We can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: Reading, England; EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • Sr. Services Program Manager  

    - Greater London
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe Role The Services Program Manager partners closely with Sales, Customer Success, Services, Marketing, and Product stakeholders to develop and execute go-to-market (GTM) strategies that drive Services attach rates, expand Services Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR), and increase customer adoption of Proofpoint Services offerings.This role serves as both a strategic and operational leader, helping account teams identify services opportunities, position service value, and accelerate customer outcomes. The Services Program Manager acts as a Services overlay specialist, participating in customer-facing engagements alongside account teams to articulate the business and operational value of Services.The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can work independently while influencing cross-functional teams, and leverages AI technologies, including Amazon Q, to improve productivity, insights, and business outcomes.Your day to day GTM Strategy & Services GrowthDevelop and execute Services GTM programs designed to increase Services attach rates, bookings, and recurring revenue.Partner with Sales leadership, Account Teams, Customer Success, and Services leadership to identify growth opportunities and drive execution.Build repeatable motions, playbooks, and best practices that improve Services adoption throughout the customer lifecycle.Analyze sales and services performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to measure Services pipeline, attach rates, conversion rates, and ARR growth.Field Engagement & Services Overlay SupportServe as a Services subject matter expert and overlay specialist supporting account teams throughout the sales cycle.Participate in customer meetings, discovery sessions, workshops, and executive presentations to articulate the value of Services offerings.Assist account teams in identifying customer challenges and aligning appropriate Services solutions to desired business outcomes.Collaborate with Services leadership and delivery teams to ensure accurate positioning of service offerings and customer expectations.Support strategic opportunities and large account initiatives that require Services expertise.Program Management & Cross-Functional LeadershipLead cross-functional initiatives that improve Services sales effectiveness and operational efficiency.Coordinate activities across Sales, Services, Marketing, Customer Success, Product, and Operations teams.Identify risks, dependencies, and obstacles that may impact Services growth objectives and develop mitigation plans.Create scalable processes that improve Services opportunity identification, qualification, and execution.Drive accountability and alignment across stakeholders to ensure successful program outcomes.AI Enablement & InnovationLeverage AI technologies, including Amazon Q, to improve productivity, automate workflows, generate insights, and enhance decision-making.Champion AI adoption within Services and field organizations by identifying practical use cases and best practices.Develop AI-enabled approaches to support GTM planning, customer engagement, reporting, and operational excellence.Stay current on emerging AI capabilities and recommend opportunities to improve business performance.What you bring to the team Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Marketing, Management, or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience in Program Management, Services Sales, Customer Success, Professional Services, Sales Operations, or related roles.Proven experience developing and executing GTM programs that drive revenue growth and business outcomes.Strong understanding of Services business models, recurring revenue strategies, and customer lifecycle management.Experience partnering with Sales organizations and supporting customer-facing engagements.Demonstrated ability to influence and drive results across cross-functional teams without direct authority.Experience using AI tools and technologies, including Amazon Q or similar AI platforms, to improve business outcomes.Strong analytical skills with experience using data to drive strategic decisions and measure program success.Exceptional presentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.Proven ability to think strategically while executing operationally.Strong team player with a collaborative mindset and a bias toward action.Preferred QualificationsExperience in cybersecurity, SaaS, cloud, or enterprise software industries.Experience supporting Professional Services, Managed Services, Customer Success, or recurring services businesses.Knowledge of sales methodologies and enterprise account planning processes.Experience building executive-level presentations, business cases, and GTM plans.Familiarity with CRM, BI, and AI-powered productivity tools.Success MeasuresIncreased Services attach rates across strategic accounts.Growth in Services ARR and bookings.Increased Services pipeline generation and conversion.Improved field engagement and Services opportunity identification.Adoption of AI-enabled processes that improve efficiency and effectiveness.Strong stakeholder satisfaction across Sales, Services, and Customer Success organizations.#LI-MC4Why Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: Reading, England; London, EnglandType: Full time Read Less
  • About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cyb... Read More
    About Us:Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.How We Work:At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovateResponsive to feedback, challenges and opportunitiesAccountable for results and best in class outcomesVisionary in future focused problem-solvingExceptional in execution and impactThe RoleProofpoint is looking for an experienced Sr. Manager, Sales Engineering to lead our UK Strategic & Public Sector Sales Engineering team. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who loves building outstanding teams, partnering closely with sales leaders and staying close to customers and complex deals.You will lead a team supporting some of our most important customers and prospects across the UK, including public sector organisations and other complex, high-value strategic accounts. You will help shape technical strategy, coach and develop a high-performing team and personally engage in priority opportunities where executive presence, technical depth and deal leadership matter.This role will suit a leader who can move comfortably between people leadership, customer engagement and cross-functional execution—and who understands the stakeholder complexity, procurement scrutiny and long sales cycles often associated with strategic and public sector environments.Your day-to-dayLead, coach and develop a team of Sales Engineers supporting strategic accounts and public sector customers across the UK.Build a high-performance, inclusive culture with clear expectations, strong operating rhythm and active mentoring.Partner with sales leadership on territory strategy, account planning, pipeline inspection and resource prioritisation.Support the team in complex customer engagements, executive presentations, workshops, proofs of value and technical strategy discussions.Act as an escalation point for critical opportunities, competitive situations and customer challenges.Help new team members ramp quickly on Proofpoint, the UK market, effective account-team partnership and the dynamics of complex customer buying processes.Work closely with Product, Product Marketing, Customer Success, Professional Services, Support, Channels and Alliances to improve win rates and customer outcomes.Bring an informed point of view on customer priorities in strategic and public sector segments, helping the business adapt messaging, enablement and field feedback loops.Contribute directly when needed as a hands-on technical leader in priority accounts and major deals.Partner with Recruiting and HR to attract, hire and retain exceptional talent.What you bring to the teamProven experience leading presales or sales engineering teams in enterprise cybersecurity or a closely related technology space.Previous success as a field Sales Engineer, Solutions Engineer or similar presales leader supporting complex enterprise or public sector opportunities.Strong technical foundation across areas such as email security, cloud security, information protection, data security, insider risk, security awareness or governance and compliance.Experience operating in complex buying environments with multiple stakeholders, formal procurement processes and executive-level scrutiny.A track record of coaching senior technical talent, creating accountability and developing future leaders.Strong commercial acumen and confidence partnering with sales on qualification, competitive positioning, deal strategy and execution.Credibility with both technical audiences and senior business or security leaders, including C-suite conversations.A willingness to stay close to the work and be hands-on when the situation requires it.Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.The ability to travel within the UK as required by customer and team needs.Why this roleYou will lead a team at the centre of high-value, high-impact customer conversations.You will work on strategic opportunities where technical leadership materially shapes outcomes.You will help grow and develop a talented team while also stretching your own leadership scope.You will join a mission-led cybersecurity company solving urgent problems for customers that face real risk every day.#LI-CB1Why Proofpoint?At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefitsCareer success on your termsFlexible work environmentAnnual wellness and community outreach daysAlways on recognition for your contributionsGlobal collaboration and networking opportunitiesOur Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.How to ApplyInterested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!SummaryLocation: Reading, EnglandType: Full time Read Less

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