Sales Account Executive - Cyber

About LRQA

LRQA is a global assurance provider with a long‑standing reputation for excellence in risk management, compliance, and technical innovation. Our Cyber division, with roots dating back to 2003, has evolved into a globally recognized cybersecurity practice delivering advanced services across red teaming, penetration testing, threat intelligence, incident response, governance, risk and compliance (GRC), and security research. We support clients across financial services, government, critical national infrastructure, retail, and other enterprise sectors.

LRQA Cyber is experiencing significant growth across the US, driven by increasing demand from enterprise clients—particularly within the Financial Services Industry. To support this momentum, we are seeking a Senior Account Executive to lead strategic sales efforts, accelerate revenue growth, and build long‑term client partnerships within this critical vertical. This high‑impact role requires an experienced cybersecurity sales professional who excels in consultative, enterprise‑level engagements and understands the regulatory, operational, and risk challenges faced by financial institutions.

• Drive strategic sales initiatives within the Financial Services Industry, identifying and converting high‑value enterprise opportunities
• Build, manage, and execute a robust sales pipeline aligned to ambitious growth targets
• Develop and own strategic account plans for key clients, ensuring sustained growth and long‑term client satisfaction
• Engage and influence C‑level and senior stakeholders, positioning LRQA as a trusted cybersecurity advisor
• Collaborate with leadership to shape and execute FSI‑specific go‑to‑market strategies
• Partner closely with technical and delivery teams to ensure successful solution design, execution, and client outcomes
• Mentor and support junior sales team members, sharing best practices and strengthening consultative selling capabilities
• Represent LRQA at industry events, conferences, and client forums to enhance brand presence and thought leadership
• Deliver accurate forecasting and performance reporting to senior leadership
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of sales processes, tools, and methodologies
• Champion a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence across the sales organization

• Minimum of 8 years of enterprise sales experience in cybersecurity services, with a proven track record in complex, consultative sales cycles
• Deep knowledge of the Financial Services Industry, including regulatory frameworks, risk‑management priorities, and digital transformation trends
• Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic account plans for large, high‑value clients
• Experience mentoring and coaching sales professionals in a high‑performance environment
• Established network within financial institutions and enterprise organizations
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior and executive stakeholders
• Strong CRM proficiency and disciplined pipeline management
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with technical, delivery, and marketing teams
• Strategic, proactive, and result‑driven mindset with a passion for cybersecurity
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment with a high degree of autonomy

Salary range: $100,000–$115,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Eligible for annual performance bonus and commission‑based compensation under the Global Sales Incentive Scheme.

Location:

New York, 810 Seventh Avenue. Position type:
Employee Regular.

If you are successful in securing a role with us, we will carry out pre‑employment checks in accordance with local law, including right to work, identification, verification of employment history, education, and criminal records. We may involve a third‑party supplier to run background checks and retain data for the period required for employment purposes, in compliance with privacy legislation.

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