Associate Solutions Consultant - London

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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Role overview

Joining Appian means leading a next-generation presales organization that shapes the future of enterprise automation. You’ll build and scale high-performing teams, drive business outcomes through disciplined execution, and develop the next generation of Appian’s solution consulting leaders.

Position

Associate Solutions Consultant — you will actively participate in the technology evaluation stage of the sales process, working with the sales team as a technical adviser and product expert. Using technical aptitude, creativity, and business acumen, you will demonstrate the value that Appian’s platform provides to customers and prospects. Associate Solutions Consultants assist with sales strategy within target accounts by partnering with internal colleagues to build strong customer relationships.

Location & culture

This role is based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Appian values in-person collaboration as a key driver of our mission. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4–5 days a week to foster collaboration, celebrate working with exceptional people across Appian, and ensure continued shared success.

Requirements to be successful

• A passion for technology and its applicability to today’s business challenges
• A creative approach to solving business problems
• A self-starter with a positive attitude and exceptional time management skills
• The desire to assist with tasks like requirements analysis and system design
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to command a room during a presentation
• Ability to engage and articulate product positioning to both business and technical users in competitive scenarios

Basic qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Information Technology, or a related field
• Technical depth: Understand customer IT and business landscapes (ERP, CRM, data, workflow, AI, partner solutions)
• Willingness to travel; 10% travel required to support customer engagement

Solutions Consulting 2.0

SC 2.0 is the engine powering Appian’s growth. Our Solution Consultants are co-sellers, storytellers, and trusted advisors who partner with Account Executives to lead opportunities from discovery through transformation execution. SSCs combine technical mastery, business consulting, domain expertise, and storytelling excellence. They are accountable for pipeline creation, technical wins, and solution strategy—operating as entrepreneurial business owners within their territories.

SC 2.0 is the engine powering our vision. Appian’s Solutions Consulting team is undergoing an exciting transformation—redefining what it means to be a trusted advisor in today’s fast-paced environment. Our SCs don’t just demo features—they tell stories, co-create with customers, and shape strategy with technical credibility and business insight. Read more about SC 2.0.

You can listen to our Global SC leader, Gregg Aldana, discuss SC 2.0 here: here.

Tools & Resources

• Training and Development: Onboarding focuses on essential skills and department-specific training. Continuous learning is a priority, with mentorship and First-Friend program as widely used resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Leadership development programs, Appian University training, skills-based training, and tuition reimbursement to support career advancement.
• Community: An inclusive culture with eight employee-led affinity groups to build networks and support internal and external initiatives.

Benefits

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits, and more. Benefits vary by location—please consult your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to your location.

Additional notes

Appian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available in accordance with applicable laws. For accommodation requests, please contact ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com.