Middle Enterprise Account Executive

Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: 

• Actively engage with prospective new customers via phone, web conference and in-person to introduce Proofpoint products and our value proposition
• Consistently research and prospect within the Ontario territory accounts to identify new potential Proofpoint customers in the Mid-Market segment
• Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including prospecting, opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
• Team up with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to drive both net-new and incremental revenue
• Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
• Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever-changing CyberSecurity industry
• May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts

• Experience working within Canadian Territories and covering Ontario region covering Greater Toronto area.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience selling complex enterprise class software
• Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts strongly preferred
• Track record of sustained success/over-achievement in a sales role
• Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
• Exceptional presentation skills and comfortable with public speaking
• Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organizational skills
• Great attitude, and a team player that will share their recipe(s) for success
• Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• hybrid role 4 days a week in our Toronto, CAN office.

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At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits

• Career success on your terms

• Flexible work environment

• Annual wellness and community outreach days

• Always on recognition for your contributions

• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.

Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!