Identify high-potential business verticals to develop and execute outbound strategies to engage them with Vanta.
Manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact to contract negotiation and closing, with a focus on expediting deals within a 30-day timeframe.
Turn our inbound demand into closed-new business and happy Vanta customers.
Manage our sales pipeline, improving and maturing our sales process and playbook.
Define and communicate the specific benefits of Vanta appropriate for each customer, including making sales materials and demos.
Collect insights from prospects for our product development process.

Have had a closing and quota-carrying role 2+ years, while consistently exceeding monthly and quarterly sales targets
Be experienced in B2B SaaS, preferably in SMB with a focus on short deal cycles.
Be highly empathetic to customers, with a proven track record of long-term customer retention.
Possess the technical competency to understand Vanta’s software and build great relationships with highly technical prospects.
Have stellar problem-solving chops, and an enthusiasm for making a large impact early on at a start-up.
Open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work
demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact

Industry-competitive salary and equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of employee-only benefit premiums covered for most medical plans
16 weeks paid Parental Leave for all new parents
Health & wellness stipend
Remote workspace, internet, and cellphone stipend
Commuter benefits for team members who report to the SF and NYC office
Family planning benefits
Matching 401(k) contribution with immediate vesting
Flexible PTO policy, plus 80 hours of Sick Time
11 company-paid holidays
Virtual team building activities, lunch and learns, and other company-wide events!

Account Executive – Early Stage

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