Sales Executive
3 days ago
Southampton
Location: London, UK (Hybrid – with frequent visits to AWS offices) About Commit Commit is a global tech services company founded in 2005, with 800+ innovation experts and more than 1,200 successful projects delivered worldwide. We are an AWS Premier Tier Partner helping fast-growing organizations accelerate their product delivery, modernize their platforms, and scale with cloud-native, AI-powered solutions. Commit holds every key competency on AWS that instills client confidence and enables our team to deliver best-in-class solutions, including GenAI, Migrations, Data / Analytics, and SaaS. With presence in the NAMER, EMEA and the UK, Commit is now expanding its London team to work even more closely with AWS and the UK’s most dynamic companies. The Role We are seeking a Sales Executive – AWS to join our London team. This is a high-energy role designed for someone who thrives on building relationships, understands the startup ecosystem, and is excited about growing Commit’s presence in the UK through our partnership with AWS. You will be on the front lines of Commit’s UK sales efforts: spending time with AWS Account Managers, nurturing personal and professional relationships, identifying joint opportunities, and positioning Commit’s services to AWS customers, especially fast-growing startups and scale-ups. This is not a “desk job.” You’ll be out and about, in front of people, building trust through conversations, meals, events, and regular office visits. If you’re motivated, personable, and eager to grow your career in cloud sales, this role is your opportunity. Key Responsibilities • Relationship Building with AWS o Spend significant time each week at AWS offices, building and deepening relationships with Account Managers o Host AWS reps for drinks, meals, and social outings to strengthen trust and rapport o Act as Commit’s face in the AWS ecosystem, making sure Commit is top-of-mind for opportunities • Sales Development & Pipeline Building o Work closely with AWS to identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities with their startup clients. o Drive Commit’s positioning as the go-to partner for startups building on AWS o Support the full sales cycle from opportunity identification to closing, in collaboration with senior Commit sales leadership • AWS Ecosystem Engagement o Stay plugged into AWS programs, funding mechanisms, and co-selling motions o Represent Commit at AWS events, startup community meetups, and industry networking opportunities • Internal Collaboration o Work with Commit’s UK sales and technical teams to align on pursuits o Provide feedback on AWS partner motions and client needs to help shape Commit’s UK market approach What We’re Looking For This is a role for a rising sales professional, with a few years of experience, eager to take the next step, and who thrives in high-energy, face-to-face environments. Role reports to UK VP of Sales. Experience & Skills • Approximately 2-4 years of sales, business development, or partner management experience, ideally in tech or cloud services, • Understanding of the AWS ecosystem: how AWS works with partners, account reps, and customers, • Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders, • Strong interpersonal skills: approachable, outgoing, and confident in both professional and social settings, • Comfortable engaging with startup founders, AWS account reps, and Commit’s senior leaders, • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, • A proactive, “get out there” mindset, willing to hustle, network, and show up Bonus Points For • Prior experience working for or with an AWS partner, • Familiarity with AWS sales processes, funding programs, and co-sell tools, • Exposure to the UK startup ecosystem or venture-backed tech companies, • Track record of quota achievement or supporting revenue growth in a sales capacity Why Join Commit? • Be part of a fast-growing UK team with the backing of a global tech services leader, • Work closely with AWS, the world’s leading cloud provider, on exciting startup opportunities, • Learn and grow quickly in a mid-level sales role with strong mentorship from Commit’s senior leaders, • Dynamic, social role where building relationships is as important as closing deals, • Competitive base salary + commission structure Who You Are You’re still early in your career, you are hungry to succeed. You know how to show up, shake hands, grab a coffee (or a pint), and make people feel good about working with you. You’re naturally curious, genuinely interested in startups, and see the AWS ecosystem as an exciting space to build your career.