Associate Account Executive (SaaS/PropTech)

Kato; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing PropTech startup is seeking an Associate Account Executive to drive sales efforts and expand its reach in the commercial real estate sector. This role involves managing the full sales process from prospecting to closing and building relationships with key decision-makers. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of SaaS sales experience, a track record of meeting quotas, and strong skills in relationship building. The position offers a hybrid-friendly environment with comprehensive perks and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Additional life days

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Training and development opportunities

Company pension plan

Casual dress code

Modern office environment with free snacks

Regular team socials

Qualifications

• 2+ years of closing experience in a SaaS sales role.
• Proven track record hitting or exceeding a £450k ARR quota.
• Experience winning new business and managing your own pipeline end‑to‑end.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire sales process: prospecting, outreach, demos, proposals, and closing.
• Build and grow strong relationships with agency leaders and key decision‑makers.
• Identify, engage, and nurture new commercial real estate opportunities.

Skills

Closing experience in SaaS sales

Strong relationship-building skills

Ability to manage own pipeline

Problem-solving under pressure

Education

Experience in commercial real estate (bonus)

Job description

Associate Account Executive (SaaS/PropTech)

Kato Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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We' r Kato a fast‑growing PropTech startup backed by top‑tier VCs, industry leaders, and commercial real estate experts. Our mission? To revolutionise the commercial property industry through our all‑in‑one online platform and market‑leading data.

We're scaling rapidly across the UK and beyond, and we're just getting started. If you're ambitious, energetic, and ready to make a real impact in a high‑growth environment, we want YOU on this journey with us.

Role Overview

We're looking for an Associate Account Executive (AAE) to join our high‑performing sales team and help accelerate Kato's expansion. In this role, you'll own the full sales cycle from prospecting and outreach to demos, closing, and long‑term account growth. You'll work closely with our BDRs, Account Managers, and Marketing team to bring exciting commercial real estate agencies onto our platform and unlock ongoing upsell and expansion opportunities. With average deal sizes of £5–10k and a fast‑moving sales motion, you'll be signing a high volume of impactful deals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage the entire sales process: prospecting, outreach, demos, proposals, and closing.
• Build and grow strong relationships with agency leaders and key decision‑makers.
• Identify, engage, and nurture new commercial real estate opportunities.
• Execute outbound sales activities to consistently build and manage a healthy pipeline.
• Own executive‑level relationships with top agencies.
• Spot, drive, and close upsell and expansion opportunities.
• Deliver compelling, tailored product demos that clearly communicate Kato's value.
• Maintain accurate records, pipeline data, and insights within HubSpot.
• Track performance metrics to support forecasting and pipeline planning.
• Attend trade shows, events, award ceremonies, and conferences to build brand visibility and source new business opportunities.

What We're Looking For

We value ambition, curiosity, and resilience…. and we're committed to hiring people who want to grow with us.

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• 2+ years of closing experience in a SaaS sales role
• A proven track record hitting or exceeding a £450k ARR quota
• Experience winning new business and managing your own pipeline end‑to‑end
• Strong relationship‑building skills to unlock upsell and expansion opportunities
• Bonus: experience in commercial / real‑estate

Qualities That Make You a Great Fit

• Energised by the fast‑paced, high‑growth nature of startups
• A self‑starter who takes ownership and runs with opportunities
• Tech‑savvy, quick‑thinking, and adaptable
• A problem‑solver who thrives under pressure
• Collaborative and supportive, but confident operating autonomously
• Positive, empathetic, and consistently proactive
• Keen to contribute beyond a standard 9–5 …you enjoy being part of building something big
• A “keep it simple” mindset with a focus on efficiency and productivity

What Success Looks Like (Your First Two Months)

Month 1

• Get onboarded, meet the team, and learn Kato's sales process, value props, and product.
• Build your target account list and start initial outreach.
• Join calls and demos with AEs to understand the full sales cycle.
• Begin running your own outbound sequences and early conversations.

Target: Generate a healthy early pipeline and book your first meetings.

Month 2

• Take full ownership of your outbound and sales strategy.
• Deliver demos confidently and begin managing multiple opportunities simultaneously.
• Develop a rhythm for pipeline management, forecasting, and follow‑ups.

Target: Progress early deals through the pipeline and close your first wins.

What’s In It for You

• 25 days annual leave
• Additional “life days” (your birthday off, duvet day, life‑event day)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Training, coaching, and ongoing development opportunities
• Company pension plan
• Hybrid‑friendly environment (1–2 WFH days depending on role)
• Casual dress code – show up as yourself
• Modern office with free snacks, drinks, and collaborative spaces
• Regular team socials, summer and Christmas parties, and more

Why Kato?

At Kato, you'll be part of a high‑energy team building the future of commercial real estate. We're ambitious, curious, collaborative, and obsessed with making an impact. If you're excited about scaling a category‑defining platform, growing your career, and joining a startup on a rocketship trajectory – we'd love to hear from you.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Software Development, Real Estate, and Technology, Information and Media

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