Sales Lead - Software - Defence/Public Sector

Reading Permanent £65,000 - £75,000 per year View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for a Sales Lead to join a Technology company, focusing on driving sales and developing client relationships in the defence sector.
  • Fantastic opportunity to work with a leading player.
  • A chance to take ownership of 1mil+ deals

About Our Client

The organisation is a medium-sized enterprise software company specialising in secure information and communications technology (ICT), primarily serving Defence, government, and public sector clients.

Job Description

· Determine the win themes for the Opportunity Pipeline.

· Identify, engage with and maintain the executive support within their suspect and prospect pipelines.

· Identify and communicate the Business Value to customers for sales opportunities.

· Develop and apply a consultative and research-led approach to selling

· Be responsible for the winning of new business opportunities, keeping the value and profitability high and meeting our in-year targets.

· In conjunction with the Marketing and Sales teams, proactively identify, assess and develop significant new business opportunities in the target market.

· Develop key business relationships with influential stakeholders within the MOD and contractor community.

· Work coherently with Marketing and Product teams to be able to communicate an understanding of the company's service portfolio to clients

· Manage executive relationships, identify new business opportunities, and with support of the Sales team, take a lead role in coordination of a solution that results in enduring managed service contracts.

· Represent the company at networking events and conferences to engage with relevant prospects and understand their business objectives, decision making and funding processes.

· Marshall internal sales resources in the effective pursuit of opportunities.

· Build strong working relationships to develop a culture of success across the Sales and Marketing team.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 2 years of sales/partner relationship experience in a business-to-business sales environment from supplier and customer perspectives.
  • Proven track record in managing complex customer and stakeholder relationships.
  • Demonstrable success and practical knowledge in working managed service environment.
  • Experience in contractual and commercial negotiations.
  • In depth understanding of UK Government Security Classifications and both Defence and Broader Public Sector procurement processes.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.



Qualities

  • Ability to establish and develop a new role within a rapidly evolving organisation.
  • Can influence and negotiate effectively at all levels both internally and externally.
  • A clear strategic thinker; a commitment to a high standard of quality and performance.



Ability to obtain or hold security clearance.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from GBP 65,000 to GBP 75,000.
  • Double OT
  • 1 day in office a week (Berkshire)



If you are a motivated Sales Lead looking to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Matt Woolley
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6879234
Phone number
+44 118 955 9036

Job summary

Job function
Sales
Subsector
Business Services
Sector
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Reading
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Matt Woolley
Consultant phone
+44 118 955 9036
Job reference
JN-112025-6879234