Manager, PreSales DACH

We are looking for a Solution Engineering Manager to lead our team of Solution Engineers in Germany.

The Solution Engineering team works closely with Sales Reps (Account Executives) and their prospects to define and demonstrate the value of the HubSpot platform. They are responsible for providing technical expertise to our customers across all segments during the sales cycle, and as product experts, the team houses a deep understanding of the HubSpot software and platform ecosystem. They are trained in handling tough objections and leading successful evaluation cycles to gain product fit consensus. Additionally, the team works closely with our product teams to provide product feedback from customers both upmarket and downmarket, elicit solution direction input from them, and identify buyer trends.

As a manager, you’ll be performance-driven and curious with exceptional communication skills and a data-driven mindset. The ideal candidate should have experience in managing high-performing teams in the DACH market and building strategic cross-functional collaborations to showcase business impact, as well as a proven track record of consistent delivery against KPIs and objectives. You will lead a diverse team of talented Solutions Engineers servicing our DACH market and based across our locations in Europe both in-office, hybrid & remote, looking for mentorship and to help grow their careers.

In addition to this, you will act as a sponsor on complex deals, working with the deal team to remove barriers and provide clarity for prospects seeking the adoption of HubSpot. You will be an integral part of the HubSpot leadership team based in DACH, as well as a proactive contributor and team member of the global PreSales team across our three regions EMEA, AMER and JAPAC.

As the global PreSales team continues to evolve, you will be expected to work cross functionally in collaboration with your global PreSales leadership colleagues as a leader and contributor in strategic projects and initiatives to drive results, change and innovation.

This is an exciting role that requires a strategic mindset as well as strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

In this role, you will:

Support ongoing growth and development, including recruiting, hiring, training and coaching

Partner with sales leadership and other cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth and customer retention

Coach the team toward attaining key performance metrics and goals

Deliver against your objectives and key results

Integrate the PreSales teams in SaaS GTM strategy and best practices

Maximize your impact by understanding the motivations of your team, and adapting your communication accordingly (you have genuine empathy for others and a high emotional intelligence)

Drive and contribute to regional and global projects to improve operational excellence and drive innovation

What do you need to succeed in this role:

Be committed to our team - you have a track record of directing and empowering groups toward wins

Be decisive - you have a history of taking appropriate and timely actions with the interest of the customer at heart

Be accountable - you have honest, transparent, and authentic communications with your colleagues, regardless of personal ramifications

Care about others - you are humble, selfless, and have consistently helped others achieve their personal and professional goals

Be a strategic thinker - you have a history of bringing fresh ideas to a scaling business and executing on them

We’re looking for people who have:

Solid experience managing PreSales teams with a proven track record of success

Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Experience working with diverse teams across various geographical locations

Ability to build and maintain a strong team culture in a hybrid working environment

Experience in working with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and business development

Strong management skills and a people-first mindset, with the ability to motivate and mentor team members

Sharp business acumen

Strong analytical and technical skills to identify trends and patterns

Experience in working in a fast-paced environment, preferably in SaaS sales

Experience with pre-sales activities including proposal development, client presentations, and product demonstrations

Reporting skills via Excel/GSheets, BI tools such as Looker, SQL, etc. a plus

Experience upmarket, in scoping and deployment and experience in working with partners are a plus

Pay & Benefits

The cash compensation below includes base salary, on-target commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets under HubSpot’s bonus plan for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, some roles are eligible to participate in HubSpot’s equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs). Individual compensation packages are determined using objective, role-related criteria, which may include skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

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Annual Cash Compensation Range:

€114.280 — €163.425 EUR

At HubSpot, we value both flexibility and connection. Whether you’re a Remote employee or work from the Office, we want you to start your journey here by building strong connections with your team and peers. If you are joining our Engineering team, you will be required to attend a regional HubSpot office for in-person onboarding. If you join our broader Product team, you’ll also attend other in-person events, such as your Product Group Summit and other gatherings, to continue building on those connections.

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About HubSpot

HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is an AI-powered customer platform with all the software, integrations, and resources customers need to connect marketing, sales, and service. HubSpot's connected platform enables businesses to grow faster by focusing on what matters most: customers.

At HubSpot, bold is our baseline. Our employees around the globe move fast, stay customer-obsessed, and win together. Our culture is grounded in four commitments: Solve for the Customer, Be Bold, Learn Fast, Align, Adapt & Go!, and Deliver with HEART. These commitments shape how we work, lead, and grow.

We’re building a company where people can do their best work . We focus on brilliant work, not badge swipes. By combining clarity, ownership, and trust, we create space for big thinking and meaningful progress. And we know that when our employees grow, our customers do too.

Recognized globally for our award-winning culture by Comparably, Glassdoor, Fortune, and more, HubSpot is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with employees and offices around the world.

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