Account Executive, UK & Nordics

Commercial Director, UK & Nordics

Classiq Technologies, the world’s leading quantum computing software startup based in Tel Aviv, Israel, is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Commercial Director to lead our business growth in the UK & Nordics.

Classiq provides an all‑encompassing platform, including an IDE, high‑level language, compiler, and OS, supported by 70 patents. We allow users to move from algorithm design to execution. Our high‑level descriptive quantum software development environment and Qmod, our custom language, capture the programmer’s functional intent and automate quantum programming. Our core technology, algorithmic quantum circuit compilation, ensures scalable and implementable quantum code.

Backed by investors such as HPE, HSBC, Samsung, Intesa Sanpaolo, and NTT, we recently raised $110 million in Series C, bringing our total funding to $173 million.

This role reports directly to the Managing Director, EMEA. Responsibilities include driving revenue, defining GTM strategies, developing partnerships, building a pipeline, engaging customers, collaborating cross‑functionally, and providing market intelligence.

• Revenue ownership: drive new business and upsell opportunities to meet or exceed annual revenue targets within the UK & Nordics.
• Go‑to‑Market execution: define and implement local GTM strategies aligned with global goals; prioritize customer segments (commercial, academic, and public sector).
• Partnership development: establish and manage strategic relationships with local ecosystem partners, including system integrators, cloud providers, research institutions, and government agencies.
• Pipeline management: build and manage a strong pipeline of opportunities, from prospecting to closing, using CRM tools and structured sales processes.
• Customer engagement: act as a trusted advisor to customers and prospects, demonstrating Classiq’s value in solving real‑world quantum computing problems.
• Cross‑functional collaboration: work closely with Product, Marketing, Engineering, and Customer Success to ensure regional feedback is incorporated and customers are supported.
• Market intelligence: stay current on quantum developments in the UK & Nordics and provide insights to inform strategy and roadmap.

• 15+ years of experience in enterprise software sales, business development, or commercial leadership roles, preferably in deep‑tech or emerging technology sectors.
• Strong network in the UK & Nordics tech ecosystem (especially enterprise, academic, or government verticals).
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets and building partnerships.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑management skills.
• Knowledge of quantum computing or adjacent technologies is a strong advantage.

• Opportunity to shape the quantum computing industry from the front lines.
• A collaborative and international work environment.
• Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives.
• Access to world‑leading technology and thought leadership.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Business Development and Sales

Industries:
Software Development

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Join us at Classiq and be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of quantum computing. If you are passionate about quantum technology and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.