Sales Engineer

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London, England, GBR
In-Office
Mid level
Software
We empower dealmakers around the world with the tools they need to succeed across the entire M&A journey.
The Role
Serve as the primary technical resource in pre-sales, partnering with Account Directors to develop sales strategies, demonstrate SaaS products, lead technical discovery, address objections, and respond to RFI/RFP requirements. Translate client M&A workflows into Datasite solutions, communicate AI and LLM capabilities, gather product feedback, and provide informed recommendations on security, technology, and industry trends.
Summary Generated by Built In

Datasite and its associated businesses are the global center for facilitating economic value creation for companies across the globe. From data rooms to AI deal sourcing

and more. Here you’ll find the finest technological pioneers: Datasite, Blueflame AI, Grata, and Sherpany. They all, collectively, define the future for business growth.

 

Apply for one position or as many as you like. Talent doesn’t always just go in one direction or fit in a single box. We’re happy to see whatever your superpower is and find the best place for it to flourish.

 

Get started now, we look forward to meeting you.

Job Description:

Datasite and its associated businesses are the global centre for facilitating economic value creation for companies across the globe. From data rooms to AI deal sourcing and more. Here you’ll find the finest technological pioneers: Datasite, Blueflame AI, Grata, and Sherpany. They all, collectively, define the future for business growth.

Apply for one position or as many as you like. Talent doesn’t always just go in one direction or fit in a single box. We’re happy to see whatever your superpower is and find the best place for it to flourish.

Get started now, we look forward to meeting you.

Job Title: Sales Engineer

Location: London (UK)

Work Model: Hybrid

Department: Sales

Job Description:

About Datasite

Datasite is a global leader in M&A technology, trusted by deal teams worldwide to manage due diligence, control sensitive information, and keep complex transactions moving from launch to close. Our core platform, Datasite Diligence, underpins some of the most important deals in the world by bringing structure, speed, and confidence to information‑intensive workflows. Building on this foundation, we are continuing to scale and evolve our platform by incorporating AI capabilities and broadening our offering through strategic acquisitions. At Datasite, you’ll be part of a growing team that plays a critical role in how transactions are executed worldwide.

Position Summary

Datasite is seeking a motivated and technically adept Sales Engineer to join our team in London (UK). In this client‑facing role, you will be the primary technical resource for our sales team and a trusted advisor to prospective clients, helping them understand how our SaaS solutions support their transaction workflows across both business and technical audiences. The ideal candidate is a compelling presenter, strong problem‑solver, and enjoys helping customers understand how technology supports real business needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to have a significant impact on our sales success and to grow your career with a global SaaS leader.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Partner with our Account Directors in a pre-sales capacity to develop and execute effective sales strategies, acting as the key technical advisor and product advocate.
  • Deliver engaging and customised product demonstrations of the full Datasite platform, highlighting our suite of tools, including our emerging AI capabilities.
  • Lead technical discovery sessions with clients to understand their specific needs, challenges, and M&A workflows, and subsequently map those requirements to Datasite’s solutions.
  • Serve as a key driver of our product strategy by gathering client feedback and field insights on our AI/LLM roadmap, helping to guide the future direction of our platform.
  • Manage and respond to the technical components of RFIs/RFPs, collaborating with internal teams to provide comprehensive and accurate information.
  • Respond to technical objections and questions in a timely and professional manner, ensuring a clear understanding of our platform's capabilities and security posture.
  • Stay current with industry trends, competitive landscape, and M&A best practices to provide informed recommendations and maintain your status as a subject matter expert.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business, Finance, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
  • 2-5 years of experience in a client-facing technical role, such as a Consultant, Sales Engineer, Solutions Consultant, or Technical Account Manager, preferably within a SaaS environment.
  • A strong foundational understanding of cloud technologies, APIs, integrations, and enterprise security fundamentals.
  • A genuine passion for emerging technology - especially AI, LLMs, and automation - and the ability to translate them into practical business value.
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex technical concepts in a clear, concise, and relatable manner to a wide range of audiences.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic, analytical mindset.
  • Willingness and ability to work in our office 4 days per week.
  • Willingness and ability to travel during sales cycles, often with minimal notice (<15%).
  • Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Preferred:

  • Knowledge of M&A workflows, finance, or professional services is highly desirable.
  • Direct experience with virtual data rooms (VDRs) or other M&A technology solutions.
  • A proven track record of success in supporting complex sales cycles.
  • Demonstrated project management experience with a high level of attention to detail.

Why Join Datasite?

  • Career Growth: We are dedicated to your professional development and offer numerous opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing global organization.
  • Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that is at the forefront of technology in the M&A space. Your work will directly contribute to our industry-leading products.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and generous paid time off.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of talented and passionate professionals. We foster a collaborative atmosphere where your ideas are valued and your contributions are recognized.

Our company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where all individuals are respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building teams that reflect the diversity of our communities.

Our company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where all individuals are respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to building teams that reflect the diversity of our communities.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 2-5 years of experience in a client-facing technical role such as Consultant, Sales Engineer, Solutions Consultant, or Technical Account Manager
  • Experience preferably within a SaaS environment
  • Foundational understanding of cloud technologies, APIs, integrations, and enterprise security fundamentals
  • Passion for emerging technology, especially AI, LLMs, and automation, with the ability to translate technology into business value
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic, analytical mindset
  • Willingness and ability to work in the office four days per week
  • Willingness and ability to travel during sales cycles, often with minimal notice, less than 15% of the time
  • Eligibility to live and work in the UK
  • Knowledge of M&A workflows, finance, or professional services
  • Direct experience with virtual data rooms or other M&A technology solutions
  • Proven track record supporting complex sales cycles
  • Project management experience with strong attention to detail

DataSite Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DataSite and has not been reviewed or approved by DataSite.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and an employee assistance program. Feedback suggests these offerings align with mainstream expectations for mid‑size SaaS employers.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with employer match is consistently referenced, with some mentions of immediate vesting. Feedback suggests the retirement program is competitive relative to common market practices.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off is characterized as meaningful, including paid holidays, sick time, and generous PTO ranges, with certain business units citing unlimited PTO and notable parental leave. Feedback suggests time off is a valued and frequently cited strength.

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The Company
HQ: Minneapolis, MN
821 Employees
Year Founded: 1968

What We Do

Datasite the maker of Datasite Diligence virtual data room platform, helping dealmakers around the world close more deals faster.

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