Account Director (Sales)

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Location: Farringdon, London

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

As Account Director – OnePoll (Agency Sales) , you will play a key role in driving OnePoll’s revenue growth, focusing on identifying and securing opportunities with PR, advertising, marketing, creative and media agencies. The responsibility of this role is securing new business through proactive outreach and growing revenue within key existing accounts. Reporting to the Commercial Director, the role has a close working relationship with the OnePoll team led by the Director of Research Operations. This hands-on position is ideal for a results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, autonomous environment. Embodying 72Point group’s values of being proactive , positive , proud , and professional , you will be instrumental in achieving ambitious sales targets while building strong client relationships and driving the business forward.

OnePoll is a leading international market research agency, specialising in powering PR and media communications through data-led conversations and consumer insight solutions. Curiosity, courage, and sincerity are the core values that drive our client partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership: Take accountability for revenue targets, proactively managing the entire sales cycle from prospecting to pitches and closing deals.
• Proactive Prospecting: Continuously identify and pursue new opportunities across industries, staying ahead of market trends and client demands.
• Client Services: Proactively manage a portfolio of clients, driving revenue growth through upselling, cross-selling, and securing repeat business.
• Market Expertise: Leverage your industry knowledge and existing contacts to position OnePoll as a trusted and leading partner for Market Research.
• Professional Representation: Act as a proud and professional ambassador for OnePoll at client meetings, pitches, and industry events, showcasing the Group’s capabilities and values.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Commercial Director and OnePoll team to align on strategy and integrate services seamlessly to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain a robust sales pipeline, accurately forecasting revenue and ensuring consistent progress toward targets.

Key Attributes:

• Proactive: A self-starter with a forward-thinking approach to sales, always seeking new opportunities to drive growth.
• Positive: Resilient and solutions-focused, with the determination to overcome challenges and achieve success.
• Proud: Confident in your abilities and motivated by delivering exceptional results for clients and the business.
• Professional: A commitment to the highest standards of excellence and integrity, building trust and credibility with clients.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Strong experience and success in new business development within the market research sector is a must.
• Proven success in an individual sales role, consistently achieving and exceeding ambitious revenue targets.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage clients at all levels.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities.
• Highly motivated, self-sufficient, and comfortable working independently to drive results.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, entrepreneurial sales professional to take ownership of their success and play a pivotal role in OnePoll’s growth.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Market Research

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