Head of Sales

PayFuture; Greater London; On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial technology sector is seeking a Head of Sales to drive revenue growth and expand market share. This pivotal role involves developing innovative sales strategies, leading a high-performing sales team, and collaborating with executives to align sales objectives with business goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record in sales management within the fintech industry.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in sales management or leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in developing effective sales strategies.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a comprehensive sales strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the sales team.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

MBA

Job description

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The Head of Sales at PayFuture is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding market share. This role will lead all sales initiatives, with a primary focus on acquiring and nurturing enterprise clients in the low-risk payments sector.

You will play a key role in developing and executing innovative sales strategies tailored to the evolving needs of our clients in the financial technology space. As a strategic leader, you will be instrumental in building and managing a high-performing sales team committed to achieving ambitious targets.

Working closely with the executive team, you will help define sales objectives and performance metrics, while also contributing to the broader strategic direction of the company. You will act as a trusted advisor to key clients, ensuring our payment solutions are effectively aligned with their business goals and delivering exceptional client experiences.

A proactive and analytical mindset is essential for staying ahead of market trends and competitor developments. Your insights will directly influence product positioning and go-to-market strategies. Above all, your leadership will inspire a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement within the sales organization.

Requirements

• Core Responsibilities:
• Define and implement a comprehensive sales strategy that aligns with PayFuture’s overall business goals.
• Lead, mentor, and grow the sales team by establishing clear objectives and performance metrics.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and partners to drive business growth.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
• Prepare and manage sales forecasts and budgets, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to enhance sales enablement tools and resources.
• Oversee the negotiation and closing processes for high-value contracts.
• Regularly report on sales performance, challenges, and progress against targets to the executive team.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA is preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in sales management or leadership roles within the fintech or payment processing industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing effective sales strategies and tactics.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and market trends.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a penchant for negotiation.
• A results-driven mindset with a passion for driving growth and achieving targets.
• Experience in managing and nurturing high-performance sales teams.
• Willingness to travel as necessary to meet clients and partners.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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