Senior Sales Director (Market Research)

TL;DR

Senior Sales Director (Market Research): Leading a UK-based sales team to drive profitable growth across corporate brands with an accent on pipeline discipline and AI tool adoption. Focus on installing repeatable sales systems, coaching teams through transformation, and building a systematic referral engine.

Location: Hybrid (London, UK)

Salary: £72,000 – £90,000 per year

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in first-party data, providing trustworthy data services and solutions for market research, media, and advertising.

What you will do

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to hit revenue targets for Corporate Brands.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team through a period of transformation.
• Manage pipeline health with accurate forecasting and clear stage-gating.
• Drive the adoption of AI and CRM tools to optimize prospecting and reduce admin work.
• Build strong relationships with key accounts and establish a systematic referral engine.

Requirements

• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and exceeding sales targets.
• Significant sales leadership experience with a focus on talent development.
• Rigorous approach to pipeline management and forecasting.
• Ability to champion modern sales tools and AI as performance levers.
• Must be based in the UK (London) to support hybrid work.

Nice to have

• Experience leading teams through organizational transformation and change.
• Expertise in the Data, Research, Insights, or Marketing industries.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with an attractive bonus and commission scheme.
• Generous holiday entitlement (25-30 days).
• Comprehensive health benefits including Dental, Health Cash Plan, and Medical.
• Professional development via a Learning Management System.
• Family-friendly policies and community involvement initiatives (GIVE).
• Perks like Activity Pass, Cycle scheme, and high street discounts.