Senior Sales Director
Degreed is seeking a seasoned Senior Sales Director to drive growth and accelerate new logo acquisition in a defined EMEA territory. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you’ll build and execute a comprehensive sales plan to develop the market, generate pipeline, and close deals. You’ll report directly to the RVP of EMEA and collaborate closely with high-performing teams across Alliances and Partnerships, Global Business Solutions, Client Success, and Field Marketing.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love identifying customer challenges, and have a passion for solution-based selling — this is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of work.
Key Skills
Ability to identify market trends and translate them into business opportunities
Strong storytelling skills using data and insights to connect with customers
Curious and consultative mindset focused on solving customer problems
Comfort operating in dynamic environments with shifting priorities
Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and personal growth
Resilience and adaptability under pressure
Trusted advisor with excellent relationship-building skills across stakeholder levels
Passionate, energetic, and proactive approach to work
History of top performance selling solutions, not just features
Key Responsibilities
Meet and exceed quarterly and annual sales quotas
Build, own, and execute a strategic plan to develop and win in your market
Analyze macro trends to uncover and act on new opportunities
Collaborate with go-to-market teams to align on messaging and best practices
Deeply understand client needs and become a customer-obsessed problem solver
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through the buying journey
Remain calm and consistent under pressure while delivering strong results
Bring big-picture thinking and communicate strategy in a compelling way
Continuously seek growth through learning, feedback, and experimentation
Effectively engage with stakeholders across organizations, adapting your message to their needs
Compensation
We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.
Senior Sales Director
Degreed is seeking a seasoned Senior Sales Director to drive growth and accelerate new logo acquisition in a defined EMEA territory. This is a strategic and hands-on role where you’ll build and execute a comprehensive sales plan to develop the market, generate pipeline, and close deals. You’ll report directly to the RVP of EMEA and collaborate closely with high-performing teams across Alliances and Partnerships, Global Business Solutions, Client Success, and Field Marketing.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love identifying customer challenges, and have a passion for solution-based selling — this is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the future of work.
Key Skills
Ability to identify market trends and translate them into business opportunities
Strong storytelling skills using data and insights to connect with customers
Curious and consultative mindset focused on solving customer problems
Comfort operating in dynamic environments with shifting priorities
Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and personal growth
Resilience and adaptability under pressure
Trusted advisor with excellent relationship-building skills across stakeholder levels
Passionate, energetic, and proactive approach to work
History of top performance selling solutions, not just features
Key Responsibilities
Meet and exceed quarterly and annual sales quotas
Build, own, and execute a strategic plan to develop and win in your market
Analyze macro trends to uncover and act on new opportunities
Collaborate with go-to-market teams to align on messaging and best practices
Deeply understand client needs and become a customer-obsessed problem solver
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, guiding them through the buying journey
Remain calm and consistent under pressure while delivering strong results
Bring big-picture thinking and communicate strategy in a compelling way
Continuously seek growth through learning, feedback, and experimentation
Effectively engage with stakeholders across organizations, adapting your message to their needs
Compensation
We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.
Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.