Head of Sales

TalentTech Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EduTech SaaS company seeks a Head of Sales in Sheffield. This role offers a chance to lead a dynamic team focused on customer acquisition and revenue growth within a collaborative culture. Ideal candidates will have a technology sales background, proven managerial experience, and a passion for driving high performance within their teams.

Benefits

Pension

Mobile phone

Laptop

25 days holiday plus stats

Qualifications

• Proven sales managerial experience required.
• Experience leading a software sales team is essential.
• Technology-oriented background necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a Business Development team to exceed targets.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
• Align sales strategy with business goals and report on performance.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Management

Strategic Thinking

Customer Acquisition

Team Development

Education

Experience in technology or software sales

Job description

Head of Sales

EduTech - SaaS

Sheffield Office 3 days per week

80k basic OTE 110k- 120k

• Exciting opportunity for an experienced SaaS sales leader to join a growing organisation expanding its sales leadership team.
• Ideal for a driven, results-focused professional seeking a high-impact leadership role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Outstanding training, support, and career development, with a company known for its positive culture and commitment to employee growth.

The Company:

This innovative and rapidly growing organisation is expanding its sales leadership team following a decade of consistent, profitable growth. An award-winning business, they offer cutting-edge software solutions that drive measurable value and support long-term customer success.
With a strong track record of year-on-year growth for over 10 years, they've built a high-performance sales culture that's both energetic and collaborative. You'll be joining a motivated, proactive business in an environment that actively supports development, achievement, and career progression.

The Role:
We're looking for a strategic and people-focused sales leader to drive new customer acquisition and revenue growth across the client base.

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Business Development team to exceed sales targets.
• Drive a high-performance, collaborative sales culture through clear objectives, coaching, and accountability.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting through to closing, with a focus on conversion and customer satisfaction.
• Partner with marketing, product, and customer success teams to support integrated campaigns and cross-selling opportunities.
• Align sales strategy with wider business goals, providing insights on market trends & customer requirements.
• Report regularly on team performance, sales progress, & strategic opportunities for growth.

The Candidate:
You must have led a software team and have proven sales managerial experience, a technology or software sales background is essential.

The Package:
80,000 Basic Salary, plus 110K- 120k OTE
Pension, Mobile, Laptop
25 days holiday plus stats

Please apply for this job online if you are interested and feel you fit the above criteria. The company are doing first interviews immediately and if you have any questions, please contact John Ahearne at TalentTech Recruitment Ltd.