Sales Director - Central Government Cyber & Defence

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for creating impactful relationships in the UK public sector? This senior leadership role offers the chance to shape business strategies, break into new accounts, and drive revenue growth within the Central Government sector.

About the RoleAs a Sales Director - Central Government, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the business' footprint by developing and executing strategic sales plans. Working alongside a collaborative and high-performing team, you will lead efforts to acquire new clients, negotiate multi-million-pound deals, and build long-term partnerships in the UK public sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new client acquisition within the Central Government sector.
• Develop and implement account strategies to achieve sales targets and drive growth.
• Shape client opportunities to align with organisational strengths, delivering tailored solutions that meet client needs.
• Create compelling, compliant, and value-driven proposals, ensuring alignment with internal approval processes.
• Negotiate and close high-value contracts with support from commercial and delivery teams.
• Build lasting client relationships through regular engagement, ensuring satisfaction and uncovering new opportunities for collaboration.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create innovative go-to-market propositions.
• Contribute to organisational strategy, account planning, and knowledge-sharing across the company.
• Maintain a transparent sales pipeline and provide regular updates on sales activities and progress.

Skills & Experience

• Proven track record of sales success within the UK public sector, particularly in securing multi-million-pound, multi-year deals.
• Deep understanding of UK public sector procurement frameworks and processes.
• Expertise in breaking into new accounts, shaping strategic relationships, and delivering innovative solutions to meet client needs.
• Strong knowledge of the Central Government landscape, including key challenges, drivers, and motivations.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a matrix organisation, fostering teamwork across diverse functions.

Security RequirementsDue to the nature of this role, candidates must be eligible for SC clearance. This requires British citizenship and UK residency for the past five years.

Why This Role?Join a dynamic organisation where your contributions will directly shape the future of public sector innovation. This role offers the opportunity to work on transformative projects, develop cutting-edge solutions, and make a tangible impact in the Central Government sector.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment, this opportunity is for you!