Senior Strategic Advisor

Location : Remote - must be located in Bay Area, CA or willing to relocate

Job Type : Direct Hire

Schedule : Flexible

About Our Client

Our client is a well-funded, fast-growing deep-tech company founded in 2019. Recognized by CB Insights in both 2023 and 2025 as one of the world's 100 most promising AI companies, they are the largest quantum software firm in the EU.

With a team of 180+ and expanding, they offer a multicultural, international environment focused on delivering hyper-efficient software that gives companies a competitive edge through quantum computing and AI.

Their flagship products include :

• CompactifAI

A revolutionary compression tool for foundational AI models using Tensor Networks, enabling efficient and portable large-scale AI systems.

A quantum and quantum-inspired optimization platform used by blue-chip companies to solve complex challenges in finance, energy, manufacturing, and more-delivering immediate performance gains on both classical and quantum hardware.

You'll be working alongside world-class experts solving real-world problems in an ethics-driven culture that values sustainability and diversity.

Key Responsibilities

Leverage your relationships with CEOs, CTOs, CIOs, and other senior leaders across Europe to introduce and advocate for our client's advanced technology solutions.

Identify and pursue new enterprise opportunities where quantum and AI technologies can deliver measurable business outcomes.

Represent our client at board-level meetings, industry conferences, and high-profile networking events to elevate brand visibility and strategic positioning.

Partner with Sales and Growth teams to accelerate deal cycles by facilitating introductions and building trust with key decision-makers.

Provide high-level guidance on corporate positioning, client engagement strategies, and market entry approaches.

Work closely with the CEO and sales leadership to align on strategic accounts and high-value targets.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy :

Required Skills & Experience

Requirements

20+ years in executive roles at leading technology firms (e.g., IBM, Microsoft), ideally at the level of SVP, GM for Europe, or equivalent.

Trusted relationships with senior leaders in Fortune 500 and major European corporations.

Proven ability to open doors, secure executive sponsorship, and shape C-suite agendas.

Deep understanding of enterprise sales cycles and a track record of driving growth through strategic relationships.

Familiarity with enterprise tech adoption, digital transformation, AI, and ideally quantum computing.

Proven success across multiple European markets; fluency in English required, with Spanish, French, or German as a plus.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Perks & Benefits

Compensation : $90,000-$150,000 / year. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and / or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.