Sales Account Executive – Industry Specialist (Financial Services), Riyadh

Riyadh
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Meet the TeamBecome part of the EMEA Strategic Engagement Team (SET), dedicated to digital innovation for Cisco’s most strategic clients.Lead service-led deals and “Cisco-as-a-Service” agreements to deliver transformative outcomes.Collaborate with Pursuit Leads, Commercial Leads, Enterprise Architects, and Account Teams on major financial services and banking Giga Projects.Thrive in a collaborative, environment that values expertise and partnership.Help shape the future of banking and financial services in Saudi Arabia using Cisco’s sophisticated technology.Your ImpactLead the pursuit and delivery of complex, multi-year financial services sales opportunities to grow Cisco’s presence in Saudi Arabia.Build and strengthen relationships with government, banking leaders, and financial industry consultants.Engage C-level executives at top financial institutions to position Cisco’s solutions for sector-wide transformation.Partner with internal teams to translate technology into industry-specific results and measurable value for customers.Promote standard processes and share innovative solutions across Cisco’s internal and external communities.Minimum QualificationsSignificant senior-level experience in the financial services sector within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with a demonstrated ability to win large, strategic deals.Consistent record of business development, deal origination, and closing complex, high-value technology solutions in banking or financial services.Experience selling to or partnering with major Saudi banks and financial institutions.Proven track record to build and maximise a strong network of relationships with key financial sector customers in the region.Fluency in both Arabic and English.Preferred QualificationsSales training and methodology expertise, such as MEDDIC or MEDDICC.Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE).Passionate about sales, building relationships, and delivering value to clients in the financial services sector.Exceptional active listening and consultative problem-solving skills.Familiarity with Salesforce (SFDC), LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and digital sales platforms, as well as knowledge of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s major transportation and tourism objectives.

Nature of the Work: Full Time
Hours of work: 48 hours per week
Benefits: Healthcare and Insurance, Employee Stock Purchase program, Flexible Spending Benefit, Flex and Schooling Allowances and many more.
Application start and end date: Starting 23 of January, 2026 for approx. 4-6 weeks.

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