Director of Sales

Job Description We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Director of Sales to lead our Account Management team supporting Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) Compliance and broader casualty solutions. This leader will translate business strategy into disciplined account plans, strengthen executive-level client relationships, and drive retention, expansion, and revenue growth across an assigned territory. The Director will manage, coach, and develop Account Managers; establish clear expectations and performance measures; maintain reliable forecasting and CRM data; and partner with Account Executives, Product, Marketing, Operations, Services, Finance, and executive leadership to deliver an exceptional client experience and sustainable growth. The ideal candidate combines strong people leadership with deep understanding of sales resources, the sales process, industry knowledge, and a consultative approach. This role requires a visible leader who can guide complex client engagements, remove barriers for the team, and represent the organization confidently at executive meetings and industry events. Responsibilities The Director of Sales is accountable for the performance and development of the Account Management team and for the strategic stewardship of the assigned accounts. The role establishes account-management strategy, operating cadence, and performance standards; oversees retention, expansion, pipeline, and forecast execution; and ensures Account Managers build trusted relationships from operational contacts through executive leadership. The Director reports to the Assistant Vice President of Account Management and works closely with Account Managers, Account Executives and cross-functional leaders to achieve customer revenue and growth objectives. Lead, coach, and develop the Account Management team by setting clear expectations, conducting regular one-on-ones and performance reviews, supporting career development, and fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Own account performance, including client retention, revenue growth, solution adoption, quota attainment, pipeline health, and forecast accuracy. Establish and execute account-management strategy, including account assignments, coverage models, territory assignments, stewardship cadence, and strategic growth plans. Guide strategic client relationships by supporting Account Managers in developing trusted partnerships with key stakeholders and by serving as an executive sponsor for priority and at-risk accounts. Oversee client stewardship and business reviews, ensuring meetings are insight-driven, aligned to client goals, and supported by clear outcomes, owners, and follow-up actions. Drive expansion across existing accounts by identifying whitespace, cross-sell, upsell, referral, and adoption opportunities and coordinating qualified opportunities with the appropriate Account Executive. Maintain a disciplined operating cadence for pipeline reviews, forecasting, account planning, activity management, and performance reporting. Ensure Salesforce accuracy and adoption, including timely documentation of client interactions, opportunities, next steps, risks, and forecast updates. Monitor account health and customer risk, proactively addressing service concerns, escalations, competitive threats, and renewal or retention risks in partnership with internal stakeholders. Use data and market intelligence to assess team and portfolio performance, identify trends, recommend corrective action, and inform business decisions. Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Marketing, Services, Operations, Finance, Business Intelligence, and executive leadership to improve the customer experience and support key priorities. Represent the organization at executive client meetings, national and regional conferences, industry events, and public forums as a knowledgeable leader in MSP compliance and casualty solutions. Translate client and market feedback into actionable recommendations for product strategy, service delivery, marketing, pricing, and operational improvement. Support team capacity and succession planning, including recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, and development of future leaders. Stay current on MSP compliance requirements, casualty market developments, competitive activity, and emerging technology to guide team strategy and client conversations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, insurance, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 7+ years of progressive experience in sales, account management, client success, or relationship management, including at least 3 years leading and developing sales or account-management professionals. Demonstrated success achieving retention, revenue, growth, and portfolio objectives in a complex business-to-business environment. Experience in insurance, claims, MSP compliance, or a related regulated industry; knowledge of Medicare Set-Asides, Conditional Payments, Section 111 reporting, carriers, TPAs, and self-insured organizations is strongly preferred. Strong leadership and coaching capabilities, with experience setting measurable expectations, managing performance, developing talent, and building an accountable team culture. Proven ability to build executive-level client relationships, lead strategic business reviews, manage escalations, and influence complex decisions. Strong understanding of data and analytical judgment, including experience with account planning, pipeline management, forecasting, performance metrics, and data-informed decision-making. Proficiency with Salesforce and Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and PowerBI. Exceptional communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to tailor messages for clients, team members, and senior leaders. High degree of integrity, professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion when handling confidential client and employee matters. Excellent organizational and change-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively and lead through ambiguity in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Up to 75% travel. About Us For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster. At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, the fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and the second consecutive year in Poland. In addition, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture. We’re 7,000 people strong. We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations. Verisk Businesses Underwriting Solutions - provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision Claims Solutions - supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences Property and Restoration Solutions - offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient Specialty Business Solutions - provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance Catastrophe and Risk Solutions - provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to catastrophic events. Marketing Solutions - delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing,relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement Life Insurance Solutions - offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group. Verisk Maplecroft - provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer. Verisk invests in a benefits package for all employees that includes the following: Health Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Disability benefits, and a Paid Time Off program. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes base salary determined based on role, experience, skill set, and location. All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk’s minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr