Head of Sales
Head of Sales JD
About Us
We are a leading provider of identity verification and fraud prevention solutions, empowering businesses to build trust and security online. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Sales to join our executive team, lead our sales organization and strategy, drive growth, and expand our presence in the industry.
Job Overview
The Head of Sales will be a key driver of the company’s growth strategy, responsible for developing and executing sales initiatives that position us as a leader in fraud prevention and ID verification. This role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record of building high-performance sales teams, driving revenue growth, and closing large enterprise deals. You will collaborate closely with the executive team to increase market share, penetrate new industries, and establish the company as a go-to solution for secure asset and identity verification.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to drive revenue growth across key markets.
- Lead and scale a high-performing sales team, fostering accountability and innovation.
- Align sales efforts with company objectives and market opportunities.
- Identify new business opportunities and design go-to-market strategies.
- Drive the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.
Revenue Growth & Sales Operations
- Manage all aspects of sales operations, including pipeline development and forecasting.
- Implement effective sales methodologies and optimize processes to achieve consistent revenue growth.
- Collaborate with the marketing team on demand generation campaigns to ensure strong lead conversion.
- Oversee the creation of sales enablement materials and resources to effectively communicate the company’s value proposition.
- Develop and implement strategies for upselling and cross-selling additional products or services to existing clients.
Market Expansion & Client Acquisition
- Identify and grow the customer base across finance, real estate, insurance, and asset management.
- Build and nurture relationships with key decision-makers to secure large-scale partnerships.
- Collaborate with product teams to enhance offerings.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and speaking engagements to establish thought leadership and elevate market presence.
Team Development & Culture Building
- Recruit and mentor top-tier sales talent, ensuring the team has the tools, training, and support needed to exceed targets.
- Foster a collaborative, high-energy sales culture that encourages innovation, performance, and professional development.
- Implement a data-driven approach and market feedback loop to track and refine sales performance.
Customer Success & Long-Term Relationship Building
- Partner with the customer success team to ensure a seamless post-sale experience with a focus on client satisfaction, retention, and long-term value.
- Build lasting customer relationships with tailored solutions that address their unique fraud prevention and verification needs.
- Gather client feedback to inform product development and improve customer satisfaction.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of proven experience in B2B sales, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Deep knowledge of fraud prevention or identity verification solutions, with an ability to credibly discuss industry trends and challenges.
- Strong network within relevant industries (e.g., banking, fintech, e-commerce, cybersecurity).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Exceptional leadership and coaching abilities, with experience managing geographically distributed teams.