<p><strong>Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human<br><br></strong>Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence.<br><br>This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.</p> <p><strong>The Auth0 Enterprise Sales Team</strong></p><p>Auth0 supports Okta’s vision of freeing anyone to safely use any technology by providing a secure, highly available, enterprise-grade platform that secures billions of log-ins every year for Consumer and SaaS applications</p><p>Okta's Enterprise sellers for Auth0 are focused on providing value to Application Development teams (Engineering, Product, Security and Architecture). These sellers will be continually driving territory growth through both net new logos as well as through cultivating relationships to develop and grow existing Auth0 customers.<br></p><strong>The Area Sales Director, Enterprise (Auth0) Opportunity</strong><p>The Area Sales Director, Enterprise Sales (Auth0) is responsible for the development and business results of a team of quota-carrying Account Executives in their region. The right Sales Leader for this position should have the ability to increase the productivity of account executives through skill development, adherence to activity standards, providing inspiration, rapid conflict resolution and building a highly empowered, constructive sales culture. We’re looking for a strong leader to take it to the next level.</p><p>*This role requires in-person onboarding and travel to our Chicago office during the first week of employment.</p><p><strong>What you’ll be doing </strong></p><ul><li>Attract, recruit, hire, and mentor the Enterprise Account Executive sales team for Auth0. </li><li>Create an open, inclusive team-oriented environment, building a results-driven culture of accountability and transparency.</li><li>Lead by example, set expectations, follow through effectively and provide coaching and mentorship as needed and ensure that managers do the same for their team.</li><li>Be accountable for consistently delivering and overachieving against targets – ensuring Okta’s goals, and objectives are achieved consistently and sustainably.</li><li>Analyze data and dynamics to maximize existing successes and to create new sales growth opportunities</li><li>Accurately forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual targets for assigned regions; establish and manage data and supporting metrics (pipeline coverage, ASP, etc.)</li><li>Effectively develop, design, build, and execute all aspects of the Enterprise Business plan to predictably and consistently generate short-term results while holding a long-term perspective of overall results.</li><li>Put into place sales force structure, process strategies, and strategic resource plans that will capture key opportunities in target markets, Enterprise accounts/prospects, partners or industry verticals throughout the Region.</li><li>Own the pipeline generation strategy and with internal stakeholders to execute against the strategy.</li><li>Maintain market intelligence and develop strategies to maintain Okta’s leadership position.</li><li>Exhibit a growth mindset with the ability to outline the long term vision and strategy.</li></ul><p><strong>What you’ll bring to the role</strong></p><ul><li>10+ years’ experience building and running Enterprise sales teams in the software industry</li><li>3+ years’ experience as a front-line sales leader</li><li>Deep understanding of SaaS / Cloud Go-To-Market and the required roles for effective customer engagement</li><li>Relevant software industry experience in any of the following: IT systems, cloud enterprise or infrastructure management, application development and management, security, business applications and/or analytics. </li><li>History of consistently meeting/exceeding targets and objectives personally and as a leader</li><li>Excellent leadership and influencing skills; ability to build strong business partnerships both outside, and within the organization</li><li>Mastery of consultative/solution selling methodologies like MEDDPICC, Challenger, Solution Selling, and Sandler</li><li>Technical aptitude and are experienced selling into CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, CTOs and Lines of Business</li></ul><p></p> <p>Below is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York and Washington. Your actual OTE, which is inclusive of base salary and incentive compensation, will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable) and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: </p><p>The annual OTE range for this position for candidates located in California (excluding San Francisco Bay Area), Colorado, Illinois, New York, and Washington is between:: $360,000 USD - $495,000 USD</p> <p><strong>The Okta Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting Your Well-Being </li><li>Driving Social Impact </li><li>Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community</li></ul><p>We are intentional about connection. Our global community, spanning over 20 offices worldwide, is united by a drive to innovate. Your journey begins with an immersive, in-person onboarding experience designed to accelerate your impact and connect you to our mission and team from day one.<br><br>Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws.<br><br>If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation.<br><br>Notice for New York City Applicants & Employees: Okta may use Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDT), as defined by New York City Local Law 144, that use artificial intelligence, machine learning, or other automated processes to assist in our recruitment and hiring process. In accordance with NYC Local Law 144, if you are an applicant or employee residing in New York City, please click here to view our full NYC AEDT Notice.</p>