Sales Manager, Accelerated Growth Team - UK and Ireland Markets

Role Overview

As the Sales Manager for the Accelerated Growth Team at Google Customer Solutions, you will lead efforts to expand Google Ads investments among small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the UK and Ireland. This position requires expertise in digital marketing and a passion for consultative selling to drive business growth through innovative advertising strategies. You will act as a pivotal advisor to a diverse client portfolio, collaborating with internal sales teams and contributing to global best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and inspire a results-driven sales team focused on client engagement and sales performance.
• Achieve aggressive growth objectives while enhancing client satisfaction for SMB portfolios within your market.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor customer and market trends, fostering informed sales strategies and maintaining rigorous CRM documentation.
• Coach the sales staff in advanced sales techniques such as engaging C-level executives, strategic questioning, and handling objections effectively.
• Establish and cultivate strong executive relationships through business reviews, strategic meetings, and public speaking engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience is required.
• A minimum of 11 years' experience in sales, marketing, advertising, online media, online retail, or strategy consulting.
• Demonstrated people management experience.
• Proven experience working in the UK and Ireland markets, especially with local clients or digital advertising agencies.
• Fluent English communication skills to support client interactions effectively.

Preferred Expertise

• Familiarity with both traditional and digital marketing strategies.
• Strong capability in managing sales operations, including portfolio oversight, team leadership, KPI tracking, and execution.
• Expertise in coaching sales behaviors focused on high-level client engagement and consultative selling.
• Self-motivated, adaptive to dynamic environments, with excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong enthusiasm for consultative solution selling and innovation-driven approaches.

Compensation and Benefits

The Ireland-based position offers a salary between €132,000 and €135,000, plus a 75% bonus target, equity opportunities, and a benefits package. Compensation is based on skills, experience, and education.

Diversity and Inclusion

Google is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. The company welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or criminal history in alignment with applicable laws. Accommodation requests for disabilities can be made through the company's applicant accommodations process.