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Director of Sales - EU/UK - Remote

Posted Yesterday
Sales / Business
Full Time
UK

Overview

Marqeta’s European Sales team is expanding — and we’re looking for a Director of Sales (Core) to take the lead on some of the most exciting and impactful commercial opportunities across our evolving business. Based in the UK, this leadership role will drive growth by managing a team focused on the region’s most prominent digital banks, fintech disruptors, and embedded finance companies.

In Short

  • Lead a team of 4+ Account Executives and Account Managers focused on acquiring and expanding relationships with large, high-impact organisations across fintech, banking, and embedded finance.
  • Develop and execute a strategic sales plan aligned to key growth goals — expanding Marqeta’s presence across the UK and wider Europe.
  • Identify and engage decision-makers at top-tier digital and traditional financial institutions, advising them on how to launch, scale, and modernise their card and payment solutions.
  • Become a trusted expert in Marqeta’s platform — articulating technical value, solving customer challenges, and influencing complex buying decisions.
  • Deliver accurate pipeline forecasts and performance updates, ensuring clear visibility into team progress and deal velocity.
  • Monitor evolving customer needs, fintech market shifts, and the competitive landscape to continuously refine your sales strategy.
  • Align with key internal teams — including Delivery, Strategy, and Partnerships — to unlock value for customers and accelerate time to market.
  • Build and nurture a high-performing, inclusive sales culture by shaping hiring, coaching, and go-to-market best practices across your team.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in B2B sales and account management, with a consistent record of achieving and exceeding goals. 2+ years of experience leading high-performing sales teams.
  • Strong domain knowledge in payments, fintech, banking, or financial services — with the confidence to navigate complex customer organisations.
  • Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex technology into clear, compelling business value.
  • A passion for innovation, customer success, and building the future of financial services.
  • Card issuing experience is preferred.

Benefits

  • Premium Private Medical and Dental coverage.
  • Generous time off program with additional “Floating Holiday days”.
  • Retirement savings program with company contribution.
  • Equity in a publicly-traded company and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  • Monthly stipend to support our remote work model.
  • Annual development stipend to support our people growth and development.
  • Family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave.
  • Wellbeing programs i.e. Modern Health, HealthKick and much more…
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Marqeta

Marqeta is a pioneering company on a mission to transform the way money moves through its innovative card issuing platform. As one of the earliest enablers of embedded finance, Marqeta provides businesses with unprecedented flexibility and control to issue cards, authorize transactions, and manage payment operations in real time. The company partners with well-known brands in the new economy, including Block, Cash App, Affirm, Instacart, Doordash, Uber, and Walmart, to unlock equitable financial access for all. Marqeta values intentional curiosity, thoughtful responsibility, innovative simplicity, shared success, and a passion to thrive, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every team member can contribute to the company's success.

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