As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking an experienced Regional Sales Director to lead our Cloud Security sales efforts across Europe. In this strategic leadership position, you will manage a team of senior sales professionals while driving CrowdStrike's rapidly growing Cloud Security portfolio. As organizations accelerate their cloud adoption, you'll play a pivotal role in helping them secure their digital transformation journey with our industry-leading solutions.
The ideal candidate will combine exceptional sales leadership abilities with deep cloud security expertise, enabling you to articulate CrowdStrike's GTM strategies to senior customer executives throughout your assigned territory. You will build and nurture a high-performing team that consistently exceeds targets while delivering exceptional value to our customers and partners.
This position is a Director-level opportunity within our Field Sales team. We are seeking qualified candidates located in the UK or Spain (preferred).
What You'll Do:
Team Leadership & Development
Lead and develop a team of senior sales professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and creating career-making experiences for your direct reports
Provide day-to-day personnel management, including coaching, performance management, and professional development
Drive team accountability through effective territory planning, account planning, forecasting, and quota management
Strategic Sales Planning & Execution
Develop and execute comprehensive regional strategies to accelerate Cloud Security revenue growth
Build and maintain a healthy pipeline through strategic prospecting and account development
Scope, negotiate and close agreements that exceed booking and revenue quota targets
Apply MEDDPICC sales methodology to qualify opportunities and drive predictable results
Customer & Prospect Engagement
Target and gain access to decision makers in key prospect accounts across your assigned territory
Position CrowdStrike's Cloud Security portfolio effectively against competitors
Deliver compelling sales presentations that articulate our unique value proposition
Manage short-term, mid-term, and long-term opportunity development
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with peers across functions (Field Sales, Channel, Marketing, Sales Operations, System Engineering, Services, Customer Support, and Product Development)
Create visibility with target accounts and drive engagement at both individual contributor and executive levels
Maintain accurate prospect information using Salesforce.com/CLARI and other data analytics tools
Partner Ecosystem Management
Work strategically with our partner ecosystem to leverage their established account presence and relationships
Develop joint go-to-market strategies with key partners to accelerate market penetration
What You'll Need:
Proven success leading a sales team, with 3+ years of sales management experience
10+ years of successful solution sales experience in cybersecurity software and/or infrastructure products
Demonstrated history of exceeding booking and revenue targets as a first-line leader in major/large enterprise accounts
Strong understanding of Cloud Security, SaaS technologies, and competitive offerings in the marketplace
Experience with target account selling, solution selling, and consultative sales techniques
Ability to build executive relationships and articulate CrowdStrike's product and business strategies
Aptitude for explaining complex technical concepts to various audiences with different skill levels
Strong problem-solving skills and systematic approach to resolving complex challenges
Excellent communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills
Strong time management, organizational and decision-making capabilities
Self-motivation with ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to travel as required to support customer and team needs
BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bonus Points:
Experience with MEDDPICC sales methodology
Knowledge of specific European markets and regulatory environments (GDPR, NIS2)
Experience selling to financial services, government, or healthcare sectors
Proficiency in multiple European languages
Cloud platform certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Experience selling cloud workload protection, CSPM, or cloud identity security solutions
Track record of successfully building and scaling sales teams in high-growth environments
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Remote-friendly and flexible work culture
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.
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CrowdStrike has redefined security with the world’s most advanced cloud-native platform that protects and enables the people, processes and technologies that drive modern enterprise. Tested and proven, the world's largest organizations trust CrowdStrike to stop breaches with unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks.
The CrowdStrike culture has been built upon our Core Values since the day we began. We are Fanatical About the Customer, Relentlessly Focused on Innovation and believe that our Limitless Passion drives Unlimited Potential for every CrowdStriker. As a purpose-built remote-first company, we believe cultivating a connected culture for every employee, no matter where they are in the world, is a key ingredient in building a high-performing, diverse team.
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Why Work With Us
We have a culture that celebrates achievement, encourages flexibility and innovation and thrives on teamwork. We all work towards a single mission: to stop breaches. This common goal drives a sense of community and connection among our people across the globe.
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