AXA Partners is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Director to shape our future success in the UK and Ireland.
As Sales Director, you will be responsible for securing new business opportunities and expanding our presence within the financial institutions sector. You will develop strategic plans, foster multi-level relationships, and lead initiatives that support profitable growth. Your expertise will help shape our product offerings and distribution channels, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry change.
What you'll be doing:
- Develop and execute strategic plans to target market sectors, aiming for annual new business value exceeding £10 million
- Build and maintain high-level relationships with key partners, including financial institutions and industry stakeholders
- Identify and capitalize on opportunities through innovative product development, tailored propositions, and targeted tenders
- Lead sales initiatives, ensuring effective execution from prospecting to deal closure
- Drive business transformation by supporting digital initiatives, enhancing sales effectiveness, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Collaborate across teams—Finance, Marketing, Operations, and Innovation—to optimize strategies and deliver integrated solutions
- Support organizational change efforts, communicating priorities and opportunities to internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with UK and Ireland regulatory standards, prioritizing good customer outcomes and consumer protection.
What you'll bring:
- Extensive experience in sales leadership within financial services or insurance sectors
- Proven track record of securing high-value deals and managing complex negotiations
- Strong strategic thinking with the ability to develop innovative solutions and business models
- Exceptional relationship-building skills at senior levels, with a consultative approach to selling
- Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
- Excellent communication skills, capable of delivering impactful presentations and reports
- Deep understanding of UK and Ireland regulatory frameworks, including FCA guidelines
- Comfort with digital transformation initiatives and emerging technologies
- Resilience, adaptability, and a results-driven mindset.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
What we offer
At AXA Partners, we’re appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:
- Competitive Salary
- 25 days rising to a maximum of 27 days (based on a 5 day week)
- Retail Discounts
- Company Shareplan /Scheme & Loan
- Cycle2Work Scheme
- Discounted Home Insurance
- Employee Assistance Scheme
- Dr@Hand
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Thrive (free mental health app)
- Free Financial Education/Pension Seminars
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Who we are:
We’re AXA Partners, experts at designing and delivering assistance solutions and specialised insurance, credit, and lifestyle protection – with and for our partners worldwide. What sets us apart? The expertise and passion of our 8,500+ people, and a strong network of over 55,000 professionals all over the world. Powered by them and our sector-leading technology, we continuously evolve, adapt and thrive – offering solutions and services that make sure we’re always at people’s side, no matter what. Helping others is our passion. Combining the best digital technology with our warm, human touch, we’re always looking at new ways to offer seamless and reassuring experiences when it really matters.
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