Location: London, UK
Salary: Competitive base + OTE + Benefits
Industry: Business Data, Credit Reporting, Financial Services
Company Overview:
Our client is a global leader in business data and credit reporting, providing real-time financial insights to help businesses make smarter decisions. As part of their strategic growth in central London, they are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sales Manager to lead and develop their sales team and drive revenue growth.
Role Overview:
The Sales Manager will oversee account management and new business teams. We are looking for a dynamic leader who can inspire and motivate the team, set performance targets, and significantly improve revenue generation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, particularly in data sales, and a proven ability to manage large, complex deals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 9 new business professionals.
- Set KPIs, monitor team performance, and ensure targets are consistently met or exceeded.
- Foster a strong sales culture focused on accountability, high performance, and collaboration.
- Identify new revenue opportunities and work to close large-scale deals.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to create and execute sales strategies aligned with the company's growth plans.
- Provide ongoing training and support to equip the team for success.
- Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to deal closure, with a focus on delivering data-driven solutions to clients.
Required Experience:
- Proven success in a Sales Manager or similar leadership role.
- Experience in financial services, data sales, or business intelligence is essential.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and grow sales teams, set KPIs, and drive team success.
- Strong business acumen, with experience managing complex sales cycles and high-value deals.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- Experience in creating and implementing sales strategies that drive revenue growth.
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary with generous OTE and performance-based incentives.
- The opportunity to shape a high-growth sales team and influence company culture.
- Career progression opportunities.
- A dynamic and supportive working environment.
- A comprehensive benefits package, including health, pension, and more.