Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human 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. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk. THE OPPORTUNITY Okta is expanding. As we solidify our position as the world’s leading identity provider, we are looking for a high-energy, entrepreneurial Emerging Account Executive to join our growing UKI team.  This role is designed for a true "Hunter": your primary mission is to capture new logos and establish Okta as the standard for identity in the region, while strategically growing our existing install base. WHAT YOU WILL DO * New Logo Acquisition: Act as the primary engine for growth in the UKI region, focusing on identifying and closing new business opportunities within the Emerging segment (under 300 employees). * Active Prospecting: Drive a high-volume outbound strategy to build a robust sales pipeline from scratch. * Value-Based Selling: Navigate complex sales cycles and qualify opportunities using Okta’s sales methodology to ensure a perfect fit for the customer’s needs. * Partner Ecosystem: Form long-term relationships with local resellers and system integrators to extend Okta’s market reach and drive regional adoption. * Collaborative Selling: Partner closely with our Sales Engineers (SEs) to deliver compelling product demonstrations and technical validation that solve real-world customer problems. * Marketing & Events: Actively collaborate with the Marketing team to drive attendance for regional events, webinars, and roundtables, turning field activity into a qualified sales pipeline. * Travel: Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time to engage with customers and partners on-site. What You Bring * High Energy & Passion: You are genuinely excited about how technology—especially AI—is transforming the way organizations operate and secure themselves in the Digital Age. * Hunter Mindset: You are a resilient, driven self-starter. You have experience in sourcing and outbounding and thrive in high-activity environments. * Growth Mindset: You are a lifelong learner with a relentless desire to develop your sales craft; you are coachable, proactive in seeking feedback, and view every challenge as an opportunity to grow. * SaaS Experience: A track record of success selling SaaS; experience in value-based selling at the C-level is essential. * Team Player: A collaborative spirit with a desire to work alongside SEs and Marketing to win as a team. * Ecosystem Awareness: A strong desire to build and nurture a professional network within the UKI reseller and partner community. * Communication: excellent verbal and written communication skills.  You might also have: * Understanding of and experience with Identity & Access Management, Single Sign-on and API-based solutions is always great but definitely not a must have * BSc/BA degree or equivalent preferred (but not essential) #LI-Onsite P13714_3507170 Below is the annual On Target Compensation (OTE) range for candidates located in Ireland. 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 comprehensive healthcare coverage and financial benefits including paid time off and parental leave in accordance with our applicable plans and policies. To learn more about our Total Rewards program please visit: https://rewards.okta.com/irl. The OTE range for this position for candidates located in Ireland is between: €88.000—€120.000 EUR The Okta Experience * Supporting Your Well-Being  * Driving Social Impact  * Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community 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. 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. 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. 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. 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