🎯 New Business Account Director – Higher Education | UK-wide | Hybrid
We’re hiring on behalf of a fast-growing, PE-backed software company that’s transforming the public sector – and now doubling down on growth in the Higher Education space.
They’re on the hunt for a New Business Account Director with serious experience selling complex software solutions into Universities and Higher Education institutions across the UK. If that’s you – keep reading.👇
🔑 What you’ll be doing:
* Driving new business sales across UK universities – from first contact to close
* Navigating complex sales cycles and procurement processes
* Building relationships with senior stakeholders – think CIOs, registrars, VCs
* Acting as a trusted advisor, not just a vendor
* Owning your pipeline, your strategy, your numbers
🎓 What we’re looking for:
✅ Proven track record selling into Higher Education – you understand how the sector works
✅ Strong background in enterprise software / SaaS sales
✅ Comfortable leading on strategy, but hands-on with execution
✅ A real self-starter – proactive, commercially sharp, and consultative
💸 What’s on offer:
* £80k-£100k basic + double uncapped OTE
* Private healthcare, solid pension, and more
* Career growth in a high-impact, high-autonomy role
* A flexible, hybrid working setup
If you’re passionate about education, thrive in a consultative sales environment, and want to help universities do more with world-class tech – this is your role.
📩 Message me directly or apply now to learn more.
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