Head of Sales

SR2 is partnering with an exciting, fast‑growing AI‑powered RegTech business that is transforming how US banks manage financial crime and compliance. With strong early revenue, an established New York go‑to‑market presence, and a Series A expected shortly, the client is now looking for a hands‑on Head of Sales to build and scale its US commercial function. This is a high‑impact player‑coach opportunity for an ambitious sales leader who wants to join early, win complex enterprise deals, and shape the future of the sales organisation. What you’ll be doing Own and drive new enterprise revenue across the US banking market Personally lead complex, multi‑stakeholder sales cycles from prospecting through to close Build trusted relationships with senior banking and compliance stakeholders Engage buyers including CCOs, BSA/AML leaders, and financial crime teams Help define and refine the company’s enterprise sales motion Develop account strategies for high‑value banks and financial institutions Coach and support junior go‑to‑market colleagues in New York Work closely with the founders on commercial strategy, pipeline, and forecasting Maintain urgency and momentum throughout long enterprise buying processes Travel across the US to meet customers and prospects where required What we’re looking for Approximately 5 - 8 years of relevant sales experience A strong track record of winning large, complex enterprise deals Experience selling into banks, financial institutions, or similarly regulated organisations Exposure to RegTech, FinTech, financial crime, AML, KYC, fraud, risk, or compliance technology Confidence selling to senior executives and specialist compliance stakeholders A genuinely hands‑on approach, you must still enjoy selling directly Experience supporting, coaching, or developing less experienced salespeople The adaptability to succeed in an early‑stage, fast‑changing environment High levels of ownership, resilience, urgency, and commercial drive You’ll be successful here if you are Hungry to build rather than inherit Comfortable operating without a fully established playbook Persistent through long and challenging sales cycles Commercially sharp and highly credible with senior buyers Able to balance strategic thinking with immediate execution Motivated by pace, responsibility, and measurable outcomes Collaborative, inclusive, and committed to helping others develop The opportunity Join before a significant funding and growth milestone Take meaningful ownership of the US sales function Build on an existing New York go‑to‑market presence Influence commercial strategy, process, hiring, and team development Work closely with an experienced and highly involved leadership team Operate in a flexible hybrid environment with regular New York collaboration Secure a pivotal leadership position within a rapidly scaling technology business We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to supporting an inclusive, equitable hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr