Senior Sales Account Exec Elections Systems Public Sector SaaS

Home-Based with UK Travel - To suit candidate living in England or Wales close to a motorway and within 4 hours travel of London.

£75,000 to £85,000 Basic Salary + Comm + Bonus + Comp Benefits. OTE £100-£120K+

Are you an experienced SaaS sales professional with expertise in the public sector with a focus on local authorities and good knowledge of the elections market?

Applause IT are working with a well established and respected UK business process outsource company to find a Senior Sales Specialist to drive business growth, build strong client relationships, and support the expansion of their Elections division.

The Role

As a Senior Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing existing client relationships (cross sell / up sell), and driving revenue growth. Working closely with internal teams, you will play a key role in shaping sales strategies, delivering value-based solutions, and influencing stakeholders within the public sector. Clients are across various local government authorities and central government.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute a successful sales plan for the elections market
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, managing them through the sales cycle
Maintain and strengthen relationships with both existing clients and new prospects
Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and exhibitions across the UK
Lead sales responses to formal procurement notices and create compelling proposals
Accurately forecast sales and provide key insights to support business strategyWhat We're Looking For

Proven experience in software solution sales to Local Government
Strong understanding of elections processes (Data cleansing, eCounting and so on) and the public sector systems landscape in general
Ability to design and present tailored solutions to meet client needs
Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills
Experience in running client workshops and mapping customer journeys
A proactive and driven approach, with a track record of meeting and exceeding targetsWhy Join Us?

Competitive salary with strong earning potential
Professional development opportunities to grow your expertise
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Collaborative and fast-paced team environment
Comprehensive Benefits package including Pension, Health, Insurances, EBP, Staff Discounts, Salary sacrifice Car Scheme.If you are a motivated and strategic sales professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the elections sector, apply now and be part of a dynamic team driving digital transformation in the public sector