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First Advantage · 1 month ago

Sales Director (UK) - Public Sector

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityDirector/Executive

First Advantage is a leading provider of global software and data in the HR technology industry. They are seeking a high-performing Sales Director to drive cloud and digital-transformation solution adoption across the UK public sector, managing the full enterprise sales cycle and building strategic relationships with senior stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Own and exceed revenue targets for SaaS solutions within UK Public Sector accounts
Develop and execute account strategies to expand our footprint across central government, local authorities, the NHS, and other public bodies
Manage the full enterprise sales cycle, including prospecting, qualification, solution positioning, stakeholder alignment, negotiation, and close
Engage senior stakeholders to influence digital-transformation priorities and cloud-adoption strategies
Leverage cross-functional teams (solutions engineering, customer success, legal, etc.) to deliver compelling proposals and ensure successful onboarding
Stay current on UK Public Sector priorities, including cloud-first policies, cybersecurity, procurement frameworks, and citizen-service modernization
Represent the company at industry events and public-sector forums to build pipeline and strengthen thought leadership

Qualification

SaaS solutionsCloud solutionsGovernment procurement frameworksStakeholder managementSales cycle navigationCloud-transformation initiativesDigital-strategy prioritiesCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Individual must be located in the United Kingdom
Proven track record selling SaaS or cloud solutions to UK Public Sector organisations
Strong understanding of government procurement frameworks (e.g., G-Cloud, CCS) and relevant compliance requirements
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex sales cycles and close multi-year, high-value SaaS contracts
Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively at the executive level
Self-starter who can operate independently as an individual contributor while collaborating effectively across teams

Preferred

Familiarity with cloud-transformation initiatives and UK Public Sector digital-strategy priorities
Knowledge of government security, data sovereignty, and assurance requirements

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing: Medical, Vision, Dental, Bike2Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme.
Personal Financial Planning: Pension with employer contribution, Life Assurance and Financial and Legal Helpline.
Personal & Family Leave: Holidays (PTO), Enhanced Maternity Leave, Sick Pay.
Career Development: Mentoring Programme, SOAR Programme (Manager development), and Annual Performance Reviews.

Company

First Advantage

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First Advantage is a provider of technology solutions for screening, verifications, safety and compliance related to human capital.
dateFounded in 2003
location
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.fadv.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2021-06-22IPO
2019-11-25Acquired

Leadership Team

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David Gamsey
Retired Chief Financial Officer
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Recent News

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First Advantage’s ratings affirmed by Moody’s, outlook now stable
2025-11-25
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First Advantage reports Q3 adjusted EPS 30c, consensus 28c
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Earnings Flash (FA) First Advantage Corporation Reports Q3 Revenue $409.2M, vs. FactSet Est of $403.6M
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