Head of Sales (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Sales (Fintech): Leading and managing the sales department, driving commercial performance, and defining data-driven sales strategies with an accent on sales leadership within FX and cross-border financial services. Focus on optimising sales strategies, identifying new market trends, and mentoring sales professionals.

Location: Onsite in London, UK

Company

hirify.global is a global fintech firm dedicated to empowering businesses to expand internationally through tailored financial solutions.

What you will do

• Provide leadership and performance management for the sales department.
• Create and implement sales plans that align with business KPIs.
• Establish and foster partnerships with key internal and external customers.
• Evangelise the product and personally help close the largest deals.
• Identify areas of improvement in sales strategies through research and analysis.
• Monitor the product and market to forecast trends and identify competitive advantages.
• Mentor key positions within the sales department.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar environment, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrable track record of sales leadership within FX or other cross-border financial services.
• Experience in nurturing junior talent and managing senior sales staff.
• Strong Financial Services experience and an extensive contact network.
• Experience of the local UK market.
• Ideally, a business or finance academic background.

Nice to have

• Experience in an environment different from a bank (e.g., start-up vendor, FX specialist, cash management).

Culture & Benefits

• Join a collaborative and innovative environment where contributions are valued.
• Be part of a diverse team of over 1,700 professionals across 40+ offices and 29+ markets worldwide.
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of cross-border finance.
• Advancement of your career in a dynamic, high-growth industry.
• Active employee networks including Women’s, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans Networks.
• Commitment to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.