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Senior Account Executive - Insurance & SaaS background

Shift Technology - London, England, United Kingdom - Hybrid - posted 2026-08-20

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Shift Technology is an AI-powered SaaS platform transforming insurance operations through intelligent agents. The company delivers proven results trusted by hundreds of leading insurers globally, combining deep industry expertise with advanced data resources to create accurate, explainable, and secure insurance-grade AI. As Senior Account Executive for the UK and Ireland region, you will be a key driver of business expansion, responsible for establishing and scaling customer relationships across the UK's P&C and Health insurance ecosystem. You will manage C-level relationships with insurers, federations, associations, and strategic partners, developing and executing a territory strategy to exceed revenue objectives. Key responsibilities include: representing Shift across the UK and Ireland; developing strategic territory plans aligned with revenue targets; identifying and qualifying new opportunities and decision-makers; building and maintaining C-level relationships within the insurance ecosystem; independently and collaboratively solving deal-level challenges; and preparing proposals and contracts for customers. You bring at least 7 years of successful B2B enterprise sales experience, with a proven track record closing large, complex deals ($300K+ multiyear contracts). You have deep knowledge of the UK insurance ecosystem and preferably SaaS sales experience. You excel at pipeline development, qualification, and closure; thrive in fast-paced environments; demonstrate strong negotiation and storytelling skills; and can identify stakeholders and build consensus quickly. You are a strategic problem-solver who manages multiple opportunities simultaneously and can tailor communication to customer needs with confidence. The company offers flexible remote and hybrid working, competitive salary with performance-based variable compensation, and learning and development opportunities. Shift operates across 50+ countries with a culture built on innovation, trust, and industry transformation.

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