Commission Assistant
Darktrace · Cambridge
Darktrace is a global leader in AI-driven cybersecurity, helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats every day.
Darktrace was built on a genuinely differentiated idea: that Adaptive AI could detect and respond to novel, real-time cyber threats. That approach matters more than ever in the era of AI. Today, our customers depend on us to stay ahead.
At Darktrace, we are energized by that responsibility. We work across teams and rally around a shared goal. We own outcomes end to end - step in, step up and see things through without waiting to be asked. We make decisions with urgency, say the hard thing, and hold each other to high standards with care and directness. We move first and learn fast anticipating where our customers are going next, continuously challenging ourselves.
We invest in the skills, learning and opportunities that help people deliver at the level their roles demand, and reward the aptitude and curiosity to grow beyond them.
Our Values: Own It | Win as One | Raise Our Bar | Move First. Learn Fast



Job Description:
We are looking for a detail-focused individual to join Darktrace’s Sales Compensation team, helping ensure sales commissions and incentive payments are accurate and paid on time across multiple regions.
This role is an opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, is comfortable using Excel and is keen to learn. You will work with colleagues across Sales Operations, Finance, HR and Payroll, developing your understanding of global sales compensation processes.
What will I be doing?
- Helping calculate and process sales commissions and incentive payments in line with agreed compensation plans.
- Using Excel to organise data, check sales performance and payment calculations, and identify discrepancies for review.
- Working with colleagues across different teams and regions to keep information accurate, answer routine payment queries and prepare commission statements and reports.
- Maintaining clear records of calculations and checks, following internal controls and data protection requirements.
- Contributing ideas to improve processes and supporting projects involving systems, reporting and compensation policies.
What experience do I need?
You do not need previous experience in sales compensation. We are interested in your Excel skills, your ability to work accurately and your willingness to learn. Relevant skills may come from education, employment, volunteering or personal projects.
You will bring:
- Excel skills and attention to detail: you can organise spreadsheets, use basic formulas and carefully check your work for accuracy.
- A willingness to learn and solve problems: you are interested in developing your skills and comfortable investigating differences in data rather than making assumptions.
- Clear communication and teamwork: you can ask questions, explain information and work with colleagues across different teams.
- An organised approach: you can manage tasks, meet deadlines and recognise when to ask for support.
Familiarity with VLOOKUP or XLOOKUP would be helpful, as would exposure to finance, payroll, data administration or systems such as Salesforce and Xactly. These are desirable rather than essential.
This is an opportunity to build your skills in sales compensation while supporting accurate, reliable processes across a global business. If you enjoy working with data, value accuracy and are keen to learn, we would welcome your application


Benefits:
23 days’ holiday + all public holidays, rising to 25 days after 2 years of service,
Additional day off for your birthday,
Private medical insurance which covers you, your cohabiting partner and children,
Life insurance of 4 times your base salary,
Salary sacrifice pension scheme,
Enhanced family leave,
Confidential Employee Assistance Program,
Cycle to work scheme.
As a growing business strengthening its governance and controls, this role plays a part in supporting high standards of integrity and accountability.


Darktrace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Darktrace is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact your Talent Partner.