Sales Team Manager
This role is being handled by Via, a secure hiring platform used by employers to review candidates.After applying, you will be invited to create your profile on the Via platform. Your profile stays anonymous until you match.London, Manchester or Glasgow (Office-Based)Competitive Base Salary + Personal Commission + Team OverrideImmediate Start | PermanentVia is supporting a leading sports hospitality and events business in the search for an ambitious Head of Sales to lead and develop a high-performing new business team.This is an opportunity to join one of the UK's most established providers of premium experiences across sport and entertainment, working with prestigious events and high-value corporate clients.We're looking for a hands-on sales leader who enjoys building successful teams, coaching talent and leading from the front. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to combine personal billing with team leadership, this could be the ideal next step.The OpportunityAs Head of Sales, you'll lead a team of Business Development Executives responsible for generating new revenue and developing relationships with corporate clients.This is a true player-manager role. You'll be responsible for your own sales performance while coaching and developing your team to consistently exceed targets.Working closely with senior leadership, you'll have the opportunity to influence sales strategy, improve processes and play a key role in the continued growth of the business.What You'll Be DoingLeadership & Team DevelopmentRecruiting, onboarding and developing new sales talentDelivering regular coaching, training and performance reviewsCreating a high-performance culture built around accountability and successManaging attendance, activity levels and team standardsSupporting individuals to maximise their potentialDriving PerformanceOwning team revenue targets and KPIsMonitoring pipeline health and conversion metricsIdentifying opportunities to improve results and increase productivityMotivating the team to consistently exceed expectationsLeading From The FrontManaging your own sales pipelineProspecting, pitching and closing new business opportunitiesDemonstrating best-in-class sales behavioursSetting the benchmark for professionalism and performanceStrategic ContributionWorking alongside senior leaders to enhance sales processesSupporting key negotiations and high-value opportunitiesIdentifying new routes to market and growth opportunitiesEnsuring a premium client experience across the teamWhat We're Looking ForProven experience leading and developing successful sales teamsStrong background in outbound business development and new business salesExperience managing KPIs, pipelines and revenue targetsA player-manager mindset with the ability to balance leadership and personal billingExcellent coaching and mentoring skillsStrong commercial awareness and negotiation abilityA resilient, energetic and highly driven approachPassion for sport, events or hospitality would be advantageousWhat's In It For You?Competitive base salaryUncapped commission on your own salesAdditional commission based on team performanceSignificant long-term earning potentialCareer DevelopmentGenuine progression opportunitiesExposure to senior leadershipOpportunity to shape and grow your own teamLong-term career path within a successful and growing businessBenefits23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with servicePrivate health and dental insurancePension and life assuranceMonthly team socialsEmployee perks and discountsRefer-a-friend bonus schemeTravel and cycle-to-work schemesLong-service rewardsChristmas office closurePaid sabbatical after long serviceWhy Apply?This is an opportunity to join a market-leading business operating within one of the most exciting sectors in the UK.You'll have the autonomy to lead your own team, influence strategy and be rewarded for both your personal success and the performance of those around you.If you're an ambitious sales leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Register your details on Via to progress your application. Create one profile and be matched to this role and other relevant opportunities, including roles advertised exclusively on Via.
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