Founding Enterprise Account Executive, UK
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3552 (88% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and NEBIUS UK LTD is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers, Owns full sales cycle and builds pipeline, business development focus). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3552 Business sales executives Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Also possible | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Nebius:
Nebius is leading a new era in cloud infrastructure for the global AI economy. We are building a full-stack AI cloud platform that supports developers and enterprises from data and model training through to production deployment, without the cost and complexity of building large in-house AI/ML infrastructure.
Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we own the hard problems across compute, storage, networking and applied AI.
Listed on Nasdaq (NBIS) and headquartered in Amsterdam, we have a global footprint with R&D hubs across Europe, the UK, North America and Israel. Our team of 1,500+ includes hundreds of engineers with deep expertise across hardware, software and AI R&D.
About Tavily
Tavily provides the search and retrieval infrastructure powering AI applications and agents. Backed by Nebius, we're helping enterprises and developers connect AI systems to trusted, real-time information.
We're hiring our first Enterprise Account Executive in the UK to build and scale the region.
The role
As Tavily's founding Enterprise Account Executive in the UK, you'll own the full sales cycle across strategic enterprise accounts, from pipeline creation through close. You'll help define our go-to-market motion, establish our presence in the region, and work closely with leadership to shape the future of the business.
Why join:
- Founding sales hire for the UK and Nordics
- Massive market opportunity at the center of the AI ecosystem
- Direct access to founders and leadership
- Competitive compensation and RSUs
- Opportunity to build and lead as the region scales
You’re welcome to work remotely from the United Kingdom.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Own enterprise sales across the UK and Nordics from prospecting to close
- Build pipeline through outbound, partnerships, events, and your network
- Lead complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles
- Apply MEDDPICC qualification and Command of the Message methodologies
- Engage technical, business, and executive buyers
- Partner with product and engineering teams to drive customer success and product feedback
- Consistently exceed revenue targets and deliver accurate forecasts
We expect you to have:
- 5+ years of enterprise SaaS, AI, infrastructure, cloud, or developer-tool sales experience
- Proven success closing complex six- and seven-figure deals
- Strong MEDDPICC discipline and value-based selling skills
- Experience selling to technical and executive audiences
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a track record of building from zero to one
- Thrives in fast-moving, high-growth environments
#LI-VC1
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive compensation
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Flexibility and ownership
- Collaborative and innovative culture
- Opportunity to work on impactful AI projects
- International environment and talented teams
What's it like to work at Nebius:
Fast moving - Bold thinking - Constant growth - Meaningful impact - Trust and real ownership - Opportunity to shape the future of AI
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Nebius is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the country in which they apply and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility as a condition of hire.
If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with NEBIUS UK LTD, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Business sales executives (SOC 3552) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~181k in sample- Middle half £26,936–44,824
- Median £33,592
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. NEBIUS UK LTD holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3552 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.