Moving to Spain — realistic salary expectations for senior sales roles?
Hey everyone, I'm planning a move to Spain (likely Madrid or Barcelona) and wanted to get some real-world input from people in sales or hiring in the Spanish market.
My background:
- 7 years in B2B sales at high-growth startups (fintech and logistics/freight)
- 2 successful exits, all companies backed by tier 1 VCs
- Currently based in Berlin, comfortable working in English, German, and intermediate Spanish
- Experience across full sales cycles — from hunting to enterprise closing
What I'm trying to figure out:
What's a realistic OTE for a senior AE or sales lead at a tech/SaaS company in Spain? I've seen ranges from €60K–€120K+ but the spread is huge.
Are most high-paying sales roles in Spain remote-friendly or do they require being in-office in Madrid/BCN?
How much does not speaking fluent Spanish limit you in enterprise sales? Most of my experience is selling in English to international markets.
Keen to hear any insights from expats who made the move!