Managing / Sales Director in Sheffield

Are you experienced in education sector sales? Want to work for a highly reputable company in education that is on an exciting growth trajectory? Our client is an education technology company that created a platform combining the world’s largest CPD and policy library with custom-built tools, developed in collaboration with thousands of schools and over 1,000 education experts. They empower workforces to transform children’s lives. Their all-in-one platform helps schools, trusts and nurseries stay compliant, raise standards, and reduce staff workload – all through intuitive, powerful software.

Professional Development: Access the world’s largest CPD library for educators. Meet your statutory training requirements & raise standards with expert-led courses, webinars, podcasts & parent guides.

People Development: The complete online platform for people development. Put people at the heart of your school improvement strategy by linking appraisals and professional development.

Compliance Management: Simplify and automate policy compliance. Eliminate the spreadsheets and make manual record-keeping a thing of the past with Policy Manager – our all-in-one policy management tool.

As an Education Consultant, you will drive new and cross-sell revenue within your pipeline and territory by engaging key decision-makers and understanding their needs. You will generate leads, build strong relationships, and consistently achieve sales targets.

• Meet and exceed sales targets and key performance indicators by promoting TNC (The National College), CM (Compliance Management), and PD (People Development).
• Conduct high-volume outreach, including daily calls and prospecting via LinkedIn and other tools, to build and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to closing deals.
• Manage sales opportunities effectively while adhering to established sales processes.
• Maintain detailed and up-to-date records in the CRM system.
• Use social media and attend events to support marketing efforts, enhance brand visibility, and generate leads.
• Execute sales strategies to maximise cross-selling opportunities across the product portfolio.

This is a great opportunity for someone who understands the education sector sales landscape and is looking for a role with higher earning potential, career growth, and professional development. The company is passionate about helping organisations grow and thrive through knowledge and connection. You’ll be part of a business that values its people, supports continuous development, and celebrates success.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Exciting progression opportunities (two team members have been promoted to senior positions within the past 12 months).
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Buy & Sell holiday scheme up to 5 days.
• Professional study support.
• Life assurance and SmartHealth.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
• 24/7 online GP access.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• One paid charity day per year.

Requirements:

• Proven success in outbound and inbound sales roles, with a track record of exceeding targets in the Education or SaaS sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to close sales effectively and secure customer commitment.
• Experience managing the full sales cycle, including email outreach, lead generation, and qualification using tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator or HubSpot.
• A relevant educational background in Business, Sales, Education, or a related field is advantageous.

If you’re a super-driven education sales professional, looking to take the next step in your career, apply now!