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Sales Director Jobs & Recruitment
At Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment, we specialise in matching seasoned sales leaders with top-tier Sales Director roles across the UK.
If you're a senior sales professional looking for your next sales director, head of sales or business development director role, then use our job search feature to look through the roles we're currently recruiting for.
Alternatively, submit your CV for one of our consultants to review, and we'll get back to you with possible opportunities.
Sales Director Roles & Job Description
Arguably the most prestigious sales role available, sales directors are usually in charge of all sales activity within a business and are responsible for the total turnover every year. Heads of sales often have a lot of responsibility for devising sales strategies and presenting results to major stakeholders and the board of a business.
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The UK Sales Director market is a highly lucrative field for experienced professionals with proven leadership skills and a track record of exceeding sales targets. While base salaries may differ based on various factors, there are ample opportunities for financial growth through commissions, bonuses, and career progression. This makes it an attractive and prestigious career option to consider.
What Makes a Great Sales Director?
As a very senior position, sales directors require real experience managing sales teams, knowing exactly how to motivate their staff and build a team. Natural leaders and sales directors will have the personality to inspire their teams and step into key sales deals when necessary.
The best sales directors will have a proven track record of achieving year-on-year turnover growth and hitting sales targets.
Looking to Recruit a Sales Director?
With over 10 years of experience in headhunting for senior sales positions, Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment can help find your business a sales director who will really drive you forward.
Looking to Recruit a Chief Sales Officer (CSO)?
For a headhunting service with detailed knowledge of the market, Aaron Wallis Sales Recruitment can help find your organisation's next CSO.
CSO roles involve strategic leadership, exceptional sales expertise, and the ability to build high-performance teams. Finding the right one can be the difference between hitting or missing your targets.
According to 2024 Glassdoor data, CSO salaries on average are around £106k, varying between £60k and £300k depending on business size and remit.
Looking to Recruit a VP of Sales?
A VP of Sales is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing and driving the sales function of an organisation. They develop and execute sales strategies, manage key client relationships, analyse market trends, build and mentor sales teams, and achieve revenue targets through effective planning and execution. Working with Aaron Wallis to secure this key role will give your business the peace of mind of an end-to-end recruitment process.
According to 2024 Glassdoor data, VP of sales salaries average £122k in the UK. This can range between £76k and £196k.
The Benefits of Recruiting with Aaron Wallis
- 12 Months Rebate
- Assigned Dedicated, Experienced Account Manager
- Psychometric Profiling
- Bespoke Interview Questions
- Fixed Price Recruitment Service
- Candidate Ability & Skills Testing
To place your sales vacancy with Aaron Wallis, click to call: 01908 061400 or submit a vacancy now.
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by Zac Leonard
Recruitment Consultant
About the author
Zac Leonard
Zac is a Recruitment Consultant at Aaron Wallis, having grown up in South Africa before moving to the UK to build his career in recruitment. With a background in accounting and finance, he quickly realised his real passion was working with people and helping businesses grow. That led him to specialise in sales recruitment, where he focuses on connecting ambitious companies with high-performing sales professionals. Known for his straightforward and people-first approach, Zac has built a reputation for forming lasting relationships and helping sales teams achieve real impact.
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