Sales Director (Data)

Such a role does not come around very often as a cutting-edge Data / AI organisation are currently looking for their founding team member in the UK. To be a success, a highly experienced Sales Director is required to lead and accelerate commercial growth in key enterprise and government segments. You will craft and execute a strategic sales roadmap, build deep client partnerships, and expand footprint across the UK and wider EMEA region. This role combines strategic vision, operational leadership, and a track record of selling complex data and AI solutions at scale. Responsibilities: Develop and drive sales strategy aligned with corporate goals to achieve ambitious revenue and market share targets in the UK and EMEA. Lead full sales cycle execution: prospecting, qualifying, proposal development, negotiations, and closing of enterprise deals. Build and nurture C-Suite and senior stakeholder relationships within target accounts (enterprise, government, and strategic partners). Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, delivery, and partner teams to define compelling offerings and go-to-market propositions. Coach, mentor and expand the sales team, shaping sales culture, career development, and performance excellence. Manage sales forecasting, pipeline reporting and CRM system integrity for executive insights. Driving consistent, predictable revenue growth from new and existing enterprise accounts. Establishing as a trusted partner for AI-ready data and sovereign AI solutions in the UK market. Scaling a high-performing sales organisation that collaborates effectively with product and delivery teams. Skills / Experience Required: Minimum 10+ years of senior sales leadership experience, ideally within enterprise technology, data platforms, cloud, AI solutions, or digital transformation sectors. Proven track record selling complex technical solutions into large organisations, including public sector and regulated industries. Strong consultative selling and executive engagement skills. Experience building and leading high-performing sales teams. EXEC Capital Recruitment Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented start-up environment. UK work eligibility and travel flexibility across EMEA. Deep understanding of enterprise AI, data platforms, cloud ecosystems, and digital transformation challenges. Network within key strategic accounts and technology partners. Strong analytical skills to use customer insights for go-to-market strategy refinement. For a confidential chat today apply via Linked In or email me via b.lockett@huxley.com