Director of UK Public Sector

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds,  and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

As the Director of UK Public Sector, you will be pivotal in shaping and executing the strategy for our Public Sector vertical within the UK, driving significant revenue growth and establishing Equifax as the partner of choice for key government agencies.

Strategic Leadership & Team Management

● Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Sales Managers and Account Executives, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and results-oriented culture.

● Develop and drive the overarching Government Sales Strategy across the UK Public Sector vertical.

● Set clear team goals, objectives, and KPIs, and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure the team is achieving and exceeding targets.

● Provide guidance and support to the team on complex government negotiations, strategic planning, and problem-solving.

● Drive continuous improvement in the team's processes, tools, and best practices.

Revenue Growth & Public Sector Strategy

● Be accountable for the performance and results of the team, managing sales and revenue quota for the entire government vertical across all product lines.

● Develop strategic relationships with key UK Public Sector agencies, including Central, Regional, and Local Government, Health Services, Blue Light, and Social Housing, to secure complex revenue opportunities via solution selling.

● Develop and execute long-range planning and account penetration strategies to grow accounts.

● Focus on Win-back, Win-from and New to market opportunities; positioning new innovative products and services to meet current and emerging challenges of the UK Government.

● Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies to identify new opportunities within the Public Sector.

Collaboration & Internal Alignment

● Act as the voice of the Public Sector vertical within Equifax UK, advocating for innovation and ability to grow in customer management and collections needs and opportunities.

● Represent Equifax UK at industry events, conferences, and executive-level forums to promote the company's Public Sector strategy and thought leadership.

We are looking for a focused and results-driven leader with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

● Extensive experience in dealing with the government sector or business development at a senior leadership level, ideally within the technology or financial services industry.

● Proven track record of successfully leading, managing, and mentoring a team to achieve and exceed business objectives.

● Demonstrable experience in driving significant revenue growth through strategic and innovative models.

● Deep understanding of the UK Public Sector market.

● Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

● Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, actionable plans and a strong bias for execution.

● Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

● Experience in collaborating with and influencing C-level executives.

● Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.

● An inspirational leader with a passion for developing talent.

● Highly strategic, visionary, and commercially minded.

● Exceptional interpersonal skills and a natural ability to build trust and rapport at all levels.

● Proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to continuous innovation.

● Resilient and able to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

The Perks of being a Equifax Employee?

We offer a wide range of company supported benefits including contributory pension, life cover, income protection, healthcare, enhanced maternity and sick pay, 26 days holiday and a day off for your birthday, with the ability to buy and sell and free credit checks. We also offer flexible benefits ranging from cycle to work, discounted travel options, gym membership, dining and leisure discounts, financial & savings plans, mobile discounts plus much more!

We also support personal development and have a range of learning options including our global online learning platform and allow you to bring your whole self to work supported by our Inclusion and Diversity, Wellbeing and Employee Engagement forums.

Are you ready to power your possible?  Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!
 

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