UK Agency Sales Director (Independents Agencies)

Agency Sales Director — London

We’re partnering with a global leader in the adtech space to find an accomplished Agency Sales Director to join their growing UK team. This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth for a trusted, full-stack advertising technology platform that helps brands, agencies, and publishers deliver impactful digital campaigns at scale.

In this senior-level role, you’ll take the lead on expanding the UK agency portfolio — with a strong focus on independent agencies, while also managing relationships with one or more major network agencies. You’ll shape strategy, build new pipelines, and convert opportunities into long-term partnerships — all while working with a collaborative team that values integrity, ambition, and client success.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute plans to grow the UK agency client base, prioritising leading independent agencies while overseeing relationships with selected network agency groups.

• Identify and secure new business opportunities through proactive outreach, industry events, and networking.

• Build trust with senior stakeholders and deliver tailored solutions that address each client’s unique challenges.

• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless onboarding and high-quality delivery.

• Stay up to date with market trends and competitor activity to highlight unique strengths and competitive advantages.

• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and forecasts using CRM tools.

• Represent the business at industry events and present confidently when required.

About you:

• Extensive experience in digital advertising or adtech sales, with 8 - 10 years in sales and at least 5 years selling Ad technology solutions.

• Strong network of contacts across leading independent agencies and major holding companies.

• Proven success managing complex sales cycles and closing high-value deals.

• Skilled at building relationships, pitching solutions, and negotiating commercial agreements.

• Good understanding of programmatic advertising, Ad Servers, DSPs, DMPs, and the wider digital media landscape.

• Proficient with Salesforce or similar sales management tools, with a habit of maintaining clear records.

• An excellent communicator and confident presenter, comfortable speaking at industry events.

• Collaborative and ambitious, with a desire to grow professionally and help shape the future of digital advertising.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive base salary plus a rewarding bonus structure.

• Dynamic, innovative working environment with talented colleagues and supportive leadership.

• Strong commitment to learning and career progression.

• Inclusive culture with regular team socials and a focus on wellbeing.

• Great perks including private healthcare, travel support, mobile allowance, and more.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a global adtech innovator, we’d love to hear from you.