Sales Lead - eFinancialCareers : Job Details

The OpportunityWe’re searching for an experienced and entrepreneurial Founding Sales Lead to head up the commercial function for our client’s game-changing construction solution. Reporting directly to the CEO, you’ll step into a pivotal role, taking over a strong pipeline of potential customers and shaping the company’s sales strategy.

This is your chance to get in at the ground floor of a growing company, build a high-performing sales team, and drive adoption of a solution that makes a positive impact on people and the planet.

?? What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop Strategy: Lead and execute a commercial strategy to scale the customer base across key markets.
• Own the Funnel: Manage the entire sales process, from identifying qualified leads to closing deals and ensuring smooth implementation.
• Create Playbooks: Develop scalable, repeatable sales processes to support long-term growth.
• Marketing Support: Build KPIs and refine marketing materials to strengthen the company’s market presence.
• Customer Engagement: Regularly engage with customers to uncover insights, aligning feedback with the product roadmap.
• Build the Team: As the first sales hire, you’ll be hands-on initially, with plans to build and lead the sales team as the company grows.

??? About You:

• Proven Experience: 5+ years in sales, ideally within the construction or building industry, with bonus points for experience in complex product sales.
• Hands-On Approach: You’re resourceful, proactive, and ready to roll up your sleeves.
• Commercial Mindset: Strong ability to model customer returns and communicate value effectively.
• Collaboration Skills: A great communicator who thrives working cross-functionally.
• Adaptability: Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-paced, evolving startup environment.
• Mission-Driven: Passion for sustainability and alignment with the company’s values.
• Location: Able to work from the London office at least three days a week.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Technical knowledge of home-building processes.
• Experience building and leading sales teams.
• Expertise in go-to-market strategies.
• Familiarity with tools like HubSpot.

Why Join?

• Flexible working arrangements with a London-based team.
• Competitive base salary (£60,000–£75,000) plus performance-based rewards.
• Share options to be part of the company’s success.
• A values-driven culture that prioritizes well-being and sustainability.
• Generous leave (28 days + bank holidays + seasonal closures).
• Health and dental insurance included.
• The opportunity to play a key role in scaling a high-impact company.

If this sounds like your next big challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the first step toward joining a fast-growing company making a real difference.