Senior Head of Sales

Overview

Join our client, a high-growth successful business experiencing exceptional year-on-year growth as their next Head of Sales. This is a rare opportunity to lead commercial operations for a market-leading company that combines their fantastic services with genuine environmental impact.

Based from their state-of-the-art headquarters in Norfolk, you'll drive ambitious growth targets while developing a talented team and expanding into new markets here and abroad.

The Role People Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach and develop the existing sales team plus future hires
• Transform existing account managers into high-performing professionals
• Foster healthy competition and collaboration across multiple office locations
• Build a results-driven culture focused on both individual and team excellence

Commercial Performance & Results

• Drive and exceed the current YoY growth trajectory
• Take full P&L responsibility with laser focus on profitability and numbers
• Execute the company's ambitious 5-year strategic plan
• Implement and maximise the new sales portal system
• Hit aggressive targets in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

Strategic Expansion

• Support the new office openings and drive regional growth
• Lead commercial strategy for market expansion
• Leverage multi-location experience to scale operations effectively
• Sit on the Senior Leadership Team with clear progression to board level

What You'll Bring

• Significant experience managing and developing sales teams in target-driven environments
• Track record of transforming underperforming teams into market leaders
• Natural ability to coach, mentor and unlock potential in others
• Experience leading teams through rapid growth phases

Commercial Excellence

• Strong P&L management experience with focus on profitability
• Multi-location or international expansion experience essential
• History of hitting aggressive targets in competitive markets
• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability

Cultural Fit

• Thrives in fast-paced, ambitious, results-focused organisations
• Natural leader who can inspire and drive performance
• Comfortable with significant cross-functional responsibility
• Passion for sustainable business practices

Sector Advantage (Preferred)

• Experience in B2B professional services
• Understanding of GDPR compliance
• Relationships within education, healthcare, finance, or legal sectors

Rewards

• Fantastic and Competitive Base Salary
• OTE & Performance Bonus: Significant uncapped earning potential
• Car/Car Allowance: Comprehensive mobility package
• Career Progression: Clear pathway to board level
• Impact: Lead a business making genuine difference
• Growth: Be part of an exceptional success story with ambitious expansion plans

Next Steps

This is a strictly confidential search for an exceptional sales leader ready to make their mark in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation.

If you're a proven people leader with the commercial acumen to drive results and develop talent, I want to hear from you. Contact Emma at Select Recruitment NOW!