• Do you have experience of managing a business development team? • The gravitas to drive a strong team forward within a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial business? • Have you got a flair for sales yourself, happy to lead by example and with a motivational mindset. The vibrancy to work smarter, deliver greatness and build with courage? • Have extensive knowledge of Cyber/software sales, a 'player/manager' if you will! Then this could be the perfect opportunity: The Client: Changing the way people think about sales development. At the core of this is their people. It's important to inspire, support and enable one another, so they've chosen a diverse group of talented, compassionate and fun people to work with. They work hard while prioritising a healthy work-life balance. Striving to increase inclusivity across all our time zones (spanning Europe to the US West Coast), and to ensure we've built a company where all feel empowered to do their best work. The Role: For this role it is essential you have at least 3-4 years in direct people management as a 'First Line Manager' within the IT sector and also a strong history in sales. The Sales Manager is tasked with developing and supporting the Business Development Representatives to deliver and make, the already cohesive team, a force to be reckoned with! The right candidate will be one who works well under pressure, thinks outside-of-the-box, initiates developments and is highly self motivated. Able to lead without being over bearing, to have their own career path structured and work for the greater good. What we're looking for: • 3-4 years experience with IT sales and leadership • A strong understanding of technology platforms within Business (Cyber Security would be a distinct advantage) • Exceptional communications skills, coupled with excellent listening skills and a positive and energetic demeanour • Self motivated with a diligent work ethic • High level of integrity and commitment to build a successful company • Work independently and as part of a face paced team • Adept computer skills • Methodical approach with a high level of emotional intelligence • You're success is not just down to you as an individual but also because of your direct team-you'll be cohesive and want them to be just as successful, if not more so Our Client values excellence, creative courage, bright ideas and the ability to have fun whilst at work. The opportunity for career development is huge, a pathway is offered for progression as you perform, and the business grows. Locations: Reading and Stevenage (fluidity)