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Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Head of Sales for KYC360, an award-winning SaaS company, who are now part of Experian, reporting into the Senior Sales Director.
As Head of Sales for KYC360, you will lead enterprise sales strategy and execution, driving new business growth across global financial institutions and regulated sectors. You will own the commercial agenda, scaling revenue through strategic client acquisition, expansion of existing accounts, and positioning KYC360 as a market-leading KYC and financial crime intelligence platform.
You will lead a top-performing sales team, develop C-suite relationships, and deliver against growth targets while shaping go-to-market strategy in a competitive RegTech landscape.
This is a player / manager role.
Responsibilities:
Enterprise Sales and Growth
- Own and deliver new business ACV and revenue targets, driving sustainable double-digit growth
- Develop and execute the global enterprise sales strategy for KYC360
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline across Tier 1 banks, fintechs, and regulated organisations
- Lead complex, high-value deal cycles and negotiations with senior stakeholders
- Expand existing client relationships through upsell and cross-sell opportunities
Strategic Leadership
- Define market positioning and go-to-market strategy aligned to KYC, AML, and financial crime trends
- Be a industry thought leader, representing KYC360 externally and influencing market direction
- Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and potential M&A activity
Client Engagement
- Establish and maintain executive-level relationships across key accounts
- Develop strategic account plans to maximise long-term client value and retention
- Ensure delivery of a seamless, high-quality client experience across the full sales lifecycle
Team Leadership & Performance
- Lead and coach a top-performing enterprise sales team, set clear targets, monitor performance, and drive accountability across the team
- Foster a culture of continuous development, top performance, and collaboration
Forecasting & Operational Excellence
- Manage accurate sales forecasting, pipeline management, and CRM discipline, and track and report on sales performance, market trends, and competitive activity
- Improve resource allocation and sales processes to maximise efficiency and ROI
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Product, Marketing, and Customer Success to align on value proposition and market needs
- Engage internal stakeholders to support deal execution and client delivery and lead alignment across global teams to accelerate growth
- Proven track record in enterprise sales leadership within financial services, RegTech, or data/analytics solutions
- Strong experience managing sales people, building and leading top performing sales teams
- Experience developing and implementing sales strategies
- Effective negotiation skills
- Strong commercial skills
- Excellent experience developing long-term relationships with C suite executives
Benefits package includes:
- Hybrid working
- Great compensation package and uncapped commission
- Core benefits include Pension, Bupa healthcare, Sharesave scheme and more
- 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave.
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
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Skills Required
- Proven track record in enterprise sales leadership
- Strong experience managing sales people and teams
- Experience developing and implementing sales strategies
- Effective negotiation skills
- Strong commercial skills
- Excellent experience with C suite executives
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage is described as strong, with expanded mental health resources and telemedicine options. Coverage includes inclusive services such as gender transition and fertility support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are generous, including substantial PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid volunteer days with options to purchase additional leave. Parental leave is available for birth and non-birth parents alongside flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and contributory pension schemes in some regions. These elements complement base pay and bonuses to form a competitive total rewards package.
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Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
