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Head of Enterprise Sales, EMEA

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Spotify

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Marketing
  • London
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AI generated summary

  • You need extensive advertising sales experience, platform knowledge, CRM skills, strong agency relationships, data-driven insights, leadership abilities, and a network in media and marketing.
  • You will strategize sales growth, set forecasts and budgets, drive team development, exceed revenue targets, engage with clients, represent the brand, and ensure clear communication with stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Key Skill: You have platform experience with extensive understanding and knowledge of selling automated solutions via Self-Service platforms or Programmatic
  • Key Skill: You have experience working with CRM tools such as Salesforce and partner with Sales Operations for maintaining consistent metrics on the health & performance of the region, partners, and people
  • You have extensive experience in advertising / marketing sales experience
  • You are highly motivated, organised, and entrepreneurial
  • You recognise the value in working as a team
  • You are energetic and willing to thrive in a high growth organisation
  • You have strong Agency & Brand relationships in at least one of the key markets in the region
  • You have great communication, problem solving and negotiating skills
  • You strategically use data and insights to inform client investment strategy
  • You effectively position Spotify’s ad solutions through creative storytelling
  • You have a deep understanding of the digital ecosystem and trends around digital, programmatic, video best practices, opportunities, and challenges.
  • You have an understanding and expertise in account planning, strategic planning, and media buying within digital, video, & audio environment
  • You come with an existing network of senior level contacts in media and marketing
  • You have deep leadership experience and management skills and have experience leading larger teams

Responsibilities

  • In collaboration with the Head of Global Sales & Partnerships, as well as the country Heads of Sales, define the sales growth strategy across the EMEA markets
  • Work with relevant stakeholders to set accurate sales forecasts, budgets, and goals for the sales team
  • Analyze, validate, and update performance to improve growth
  • Engage and encourage teams across the regions by driving development and growth in our people
  • Work with the Heads of Sales to ensure that you meet and exceed revenue targets for the region
  • Partner with Business Marketing for client events, social engagements, and sponsorships based on local market dynamics and broad business knowledge
  • Represent the Spotify Brand at client/agency summits through public speaking, panel moderation, and keynotes within the region
  • Engage with key clients on a senior level, and deliver outstanding consultative customer service
  • Develop standard methodologies and demonstrate cost efficiencies that can scale from local to global
  • Maintain high levels of communication and transparency with management, cross-functional teams, and business partners internally and externally

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Head of Enterprise Sales, EMEA role?

The primary focus is to oversee Spotify's EMEA Advertising efforts, leading a team of consultative sales leaders to grow business in existing and new markets through building relationships and strategic sales growth.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have extensive advertising/marketing sales experience, leadership and management skills, experience with CRM tools such as Salesforce, and deep knowledge of selling automated solutions via self-service platforms or programmatic.

Where is this job based?

This role is based out of London, UK, with the option for flexible work-from-home arrangements, although in-person meetings will be required.

Is public speaking a requirement for this position?

Yes, the role requires strong public speaking skills to represent the Spotify brand at client/agency summits, moderation of panels, and delivering keynotes.

How important is team collaboration in this role?

Team collaboration is highly valued; the ideal candidate should recognize the value of working as a team and engage and encourage their teams across regions.

Will I be responsible for setting sales goals and budgets?

Yes, you will work with relevant stakeholders to set accurate sales forecasts, budgets, and goals for the sales team.

Are there opportunities for personal development in this role?

Yes, the role includes driving development and growth in our people, indicating a focus on personal and team development.

Is experience with the digital ecosystem important for this position?

Yes, a deep understanding of the digital ecosystem, trends around digital, programmatic, video best practices, opportunities, and challenges is essential.

What is the company culture like at Spotify?

Spotify promotes an inclusive and diverse work environment, emphasizing the value of different voices and perspectives, and aims to create a forward-thinking workplace.

Will I need to engage with clients at a senior level?

Yes, a significant part of the role involves engaging with key clients on a senior level and providing outstanding consultative customer service.

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Entertainment & Media
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Spotify is a transformative music streaming platform that has revolutionised the way people listen to music. Their mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by providing a platform for over a million artists to earn a living from their art while offering billions of fans the opportunity to enjoy and be inspired by it. With a vast library of over 50 million tracks, users can discover, manage, and share music for free, or upgrade to Spotify Premium for an enhanced experience, including offline mode, improved sound quality, and an ad-free listening experience. As the most popular global audio streaming service, Spotify's innovative model has become the largest revenue driver for the music industry, supporting artists and reshaping the music ecosystem.

Culture & Values

  • Innovative

    We move fast and take big risks

  • Sincere

    We have no time for internal politics

  • Passionate

    We revel in what we do

  • Collaborative

    We recognise that we're all in this together

  • Playful

    We don't take ourselves too seriously

Benefits

  • Extensive learning opportunities

    Through our dedicated team, GreenHouse.

  • Flexible share incentives

    Letting you choose how you share in our success.

  • Global parental leave

    Six months off - fully paid - for all new parents.

  • All The Feels

    Our employee assistance program and self-care hub.

  • Flexible public holidays

    Swap days off according to your values and beliefs.