The Mission: Build the Future of Cybersecurity SalesAt PortSwigger, we're a team of passionate, hands-on problem-solvers driven by curiosity and innovation. We’re growing fast, and we’re looking for a leader to build a world-class sales function that matches our ambition.This isn't just another sales leadership role. It's a unique opportunity to take ownership and shape the future of our go-to-market strategy. We need a leader who is motivated by more than just hitting targets—someone whose core driveis to build, coach, and develop a team that wins together. You’ll have the autonomy to shape strategy and the support of a leadership team with a clear, long-term vision.The Challenge: Scale with a PurposeYour challenge is to lead and inspire a talented team of experienced Account Executives and junior SDRs, helping them become the best versions of themselves. This is about building something sustainable, not just chasing short-term wins. You’ll be a strategic thinker and a hands-on doer. One day you’ll be in the trenches, coaching an SDR on prospecting, and the next you’ll be collaborating with Product on market insights or refining pipeline generation with Marketing.You will solve complex problems at the intersection of people and process, creating a scalable, repeatable engine for growth in a technical, sophisticated market.Your Impact: Beyond the QuotaLead with Empathy: Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering the next generation of sales talent. Your success is measured by their success.Drive Sustainable Growth: Consistently achieve revenue and pipeline goals by building scalable, data-driven sales processes that improve forecast accuracy and conversion rates.Be the Voice of the Customer: Partner across the business, bringing invaluable customer and market insights to influence product direction and corporate strategy.Build a Winning Culture: Foster a collaborative, transparent, and growth-oriented environment that embodies our core values and makes your team a respected pillar of the organization.Who You Are: A Leader Who BuildsYou are a driven, curious, and empathetic leader who inspires confidence and trust. You lead by example and find deep satisfaction in the success of your team.An Experienced Sales Leader: You have 8-12 years of B2B sales experience, with 3-5 years in a management role, ideally within SaaS or cybersecurity. You’ve moved beyond being a top performer to becoming an exceptional coach.A Proven Team Builder: Your track record is defined by measurable impact. You’ve consistently exceeded team quotas (>120%), built teams from the ground up, and successfully coached SDRs into high-performing AEs.A Commercial Strategist: You have a mastery of sales forecasting, pipeline management, and complex enterprise deal negotiation (e.g., MEDDICC, Challenger). You make data-driven decisions balanced with pragmatic experience.A Natural Collaborator & Communicator: You are an active listener who builds trust quickly. You present ideas with clarity, using data and storytelling to create an engaging narrative that invites discussion.A Continuous Learner: You are passionate about your craft, constantly exploring sales methodologies, leadership theory, and cybersecurity trends. You actively seek and welcome feedback as a tool for growth.Why PortSwigger?This is a rare opportunity to build and shape a sales organization within a profitable, fast-growing, and technically innovative company. Here, you will find:An Environment to Thrive In: We value autonomy and accountability. You’ll have the freedom to innovate without the frustration of internal silos or bureaucracy.A Mission That Matters: See your leadership directly impact our growth and the success of our customers in the critical field of cybersecurity.A Culture of Growth: We are committed to your personal and professional development, with access to mentorship and a clear path for progression.We offer competitive salaries that reward contribution, plus:8% employer pension contributionShare options after 1 yearPrivate medical insurance (Bupa)Life assurance and income protection25 days holiday plus public holidaysCar/Bike SchemeFree lunch prepared daily by our on-site chefsIf you are a builder who thrives on developing talent and creating long-term, sustainable success, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr