At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead UK-wide sales growth and build a high-performing team.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on construction and scaffolding solutions.
- Benefits: Clear career progression, opportunities for international travel, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team and thrive in an evolving business landscape.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact in a fast-paced industry with global outreach potential.
- Qualifications: Proven sales leadership experience in construction or related sectors.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Head of Sales/ Sales Director to lead UK-wide growth, build a high-performing sales team, and support the establishment of a Midlands hub. The role is UK-wide in scope, with a practical base in the Midlands, and offers a clear career progression path into global outreach, including opportunities across Europe and the US. This is a hands-on leadership role for a commercially driven leader who can both open doors at senior level and build the structure, discipline, and team required to scale the business across the UK.
The ideal candidate will be a proven commercial leader with a background in scaffolding, access, construction products, temporary works, or a closely aligned sector. They will have a strong track record of winning business, leading teams, and driving growth in a practical, fast-moving environment.
Essential experience- Senior sales or commercial leadership experience within scaffolding, access, construction, or related sectors.
- Demonstrable success in new business development and account growth across the UK.
- Experience building or leading a sales team from the ground up.
- Strong understanding of contractor procurement, project cycles, and commercial bid processes.
- Ability to work strategically while remaining hands-on.
- Confident communicator with credibility at board, director, and operational level.
- Background in scaffold manufacturing, supply, hire, or installation.
- Knowledge of the UK construction and industrial market.
- Experience developing regional hubs or start-up style commercial structures.
- Familiarity with major contractors, national frameworks, and repeat business models.
- Commercially sharp and growth-focused.
- Proactive, entrepreneurial, and self-motivated.
- Strong leadership style with the ability to inspire confidence.
- Practical and collaborative.
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving business.
- Open to future international travel and involvement in European expansion.
Head of Sales/Sales Director in London employer: Winsearch
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company that values innovation and growth, offering the opportunity to lead a high-performing sales team in the Midlands while driving UK-wide expansion. With a strong focus on employee development, you will benefit from clear career progression paths, including potential international opportunities across Europe and the US. Our collaborative work culture fosters resilience and adaptability, making it an ideal environment for commercially driven leaders looking to make a significant impact.
