SyndicatedFractional ExecutiveLondon, England, United Kingdom
Full-time Channel Account Manager, OPSWAT
FULL-TIME EXEC JOB · COMPUTER AND NETWORK SECURITY SECTOR · LONDON, ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM

OPSWAT is hiring a full-time Channel Account Manager (reporting to Senior Channel Manager) to build and manage a UK channel partner ecosystem for cybersecurity and SaaS solutions. This is a traditional sales management role with 3–5 years required experience, not a fractional or interim executive position. The posting explicitly discourages unsolicited agency submissions.
Full-time Channel Account Manager — the balanced verdict
Why this role stands out
- Global 1,700+ customer base and established market position in critical infrastructure cybersecurity
- Clear scope — partner recruitment, enablement, pipeline management and forecasting
- Enterprise and OT/ICS focus appeals to candidates with deep cybersecurity domain knowledge
Worth checking before you apply
- Reporting line is Senior Channel Manager, not C-suite; this is a middle-management sales role, not executive
- Full-time on-site UK role with travel required; no flexibility hints
- Not a leadership advisory or fractional fit for Fractional Quest portfolio
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What the posting asks · quoted from the listing
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Over the last 20 years our commitment to innovative technology has earned the trust of more than 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions globally, solidifying our role…
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Requirements Channel sales management experience, including at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity and/or enterprise software sales.
- Must-have
Channel sales management experience, including at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity and/or enterprise software sales.
- Must-have
Established management-level relationships with key IT and OT cybersecurity channel partners.
- Must-have
Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas by building and managing productive channel ecosystems and selling complex enterprise solutions.
- Must-have
Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies and the ability to effectively communicate OPSWAT’s value proposition to stakeholders across partner organisations.
- Must-have
Excellent channel pipeline management, forecasting and business planning skills.
- Must-have
Fluency in English and the required local languages, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must-have
Self-motivated, commercially driven and adaptable, with excellent time management and the ability to work autonomously.
- Must-have
Willingness to travel to partner and customer sites and company meetings as required.
- Must-have
High standards of professionalism, integrity and teamwork.
- Must-have
OPSWAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees an…
OPSWAT, a global leader in IT, OT, and ICS critical infrastructure cybersecurity, delivers an end-to-end platform that gives public and private sector organizations and enterprises the critical advantage needed to protect their complex networks, secure their devices, and ensure compliance. Over the last 20 years our commitment to innovative technology has earned the trust of more than 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions globally, solidifying our role in protecting the world’s critical infrastructure and securing our way of life.
The Position
OPSWAT is seeking an experienced Channel Manager to drive channel expansion and new business growth across the UK. As part of the sales organisation, you will build, recruit, enable and manage a high-performing channel ecosystem focused on enterprise IT and OT cybersecurity and SaaS solutions.
Working closely with Territory Sales and Account Managers, you will develop strategic partner relationships, generate pipeline, drive sales performance and scale OPSWAT’s channel business. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of exceeding sales targets through successful channel recruitment, enablement and management. This role will be reporting to the Senior Channel Manager
Key Responsibilities
Build and scale a high-performing channel ecosystem to drive new business and customer acquisition.
Identify, recruit, onboard, enable and manage channel partners.
Develop and execute partner business plans focused on account mapping, pipeline generation, opportunity management and forecasting.
Manage inbound channel leads and serve as the primary contact for partners on operational matters, resources and enablement.
Build trusted relationships with partners, customers and prospects, communicating OPSWAT’s value proposition effectively.
Collaborate with channel partners and Territory Sales/Account Managers to develop and execute sales strategies that drive partner-led revenue growth and exceed sales targets.
Requirements
Channel sales management experience, including at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity and/or enterprise software sales.
Established management-level relationships with key IT and OT cybersecurity channel partners.
Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas by building and managing productive channel ecosystems and selling complex enterprise solutions.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies and the ability to effectively communicate OPSWAT’s value proposition to stakeholders across partner organisations.
Excellent channel pipeline management, forecasting and business planning skills.
Fluency in English and the required local languages, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Self-motivated, commercially driven and adaptable, with excellent time management and the ability to work autonomously.
Willingness to travel to partner and customer sites and company meetings as required.
High standards of professionalism, integrity and teamwork.
OPSWAT is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are extended to all employees and applicants, free of discrimination and harassment of any type. All employment decisions are based on individual qualifications, job requirements, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Recruiting Agencies: we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party agencies for any of our open positions. To submit resumes for our jobs, there must be a recruiting contract approved by our legal team and endorsed by both parties. We are currently not accepting additional 3rd party agencies at this time.
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- Over the last 20 years our commitment to innovative technology has earned the trust of more than 1,700 organizations, governments, and institutions globally, solidifying our role…
- Requirements Channel sales management experience, including at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity and/or enterprise software sales.
- Channel sales management experience, including at least 3-5 years in cybersecurity and/or enterprise software sales.
- Established management-level relationships with key IT and OT cybersecurity channel partners.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas by building and managing productive channel ecosystems and selling complex enterprise solutions.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity technologies and the ability to effectively communicate OPSWAT’s value proposition to stakeholders across partner organisations.
- Excellent channel pipeline management, forecasting and business planning skills.
- Fluency in English and the required local languages, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated, commercially driven and adaptable, with excellent time management and the ability to work autonomously.
- Willingness to travel to partner and customer sites and company meetings as required.
- Channel Sales Management
- Cybersecurity
- Enterprise Software Sales
- Partner Recruitment
- Pipeline Generation
- Account Mapping
- Opportunity Management
- Forecasting
- Business Planning
- SaaS Solutions
- IT Infrastructure
- OT Cybersecurity
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