Sales Director, Europe North

About the Role
Clear Bank is a tech bank that aims to transform banking by delivering flexible, fast and efficient banking infrastructure. We challenge the status quo, empower teams and create new opportunities across Europe.

Responsibilities

Own and continuously evolve the regional sales plan (including targets and KPIs) to drive growth in Northern Europe.

Implement the approved sales plan to achieve short, medium and long‑term revenue growth and other KPIs.

Lead sales campaigns, own the end‑to‑end sales cycle, marshal internal resources and negotiate client contracts to maximise revenues.

Build, develop, coach and lead a high‑performing sales team, fostering a positive culture.

Embed and manage world‑class sales processes (forecasting, pipeline management, territory management, account planning, etc.).

Develop senior‑level contacts with key clients, partners and stakeholders to drive market traction.

Develop and manage the partner ecosystem to enhance sales effectiveness.

Recommend pricing and sales strategies to maximise long‑term value.

Contribute to the overall leadership of Clear Bank Europe, working closely with cross‑functional teams to support existing clients and provide market feedback into new product development.

Qualifications

Proven ability to define, own and deliver regional sales strategies that drive sustainable revenue growth and achieve ambitious targets.

Strong sales track record: successful origin, management and closing of complex B2B deals within banking or fintech, with full ownership of pipeline and revenue targets.

Go‑to‑market expertise: design and execution of effective GTM approaches, market entry, positioning and partner ecosystem development.

Regional experience and network across Northern Europe, especially Nordics, Baltics, Benelux and Ireland.

Fluent in English; additional Nordic or Dutch language skills are a plus.

Team leadership: build, lead and develop a high‑performing sales team, fostering accountability and collaboration.

Cross‑functional collaboration: work effectively with product, operations and leadership teams to drive client outcomes and influence broader business strategy.

Scale‑up mindset: comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with autonomy, adaptability and resilience.

Benefits

Work‑life balance with flexible work arrangements and hybrid options.

27 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Flexibility to work outside the Netherlands up to 30 days in a rolling 12‑month period.

Regular social events open to all.

Holiday swap option.

Well‑being support: long‑term disability and accident cover.

Generous pension contribution with no mandatory employee contribution.

Mobile phone allowance and travel cost reimbursement.

Enhanced family‑friendly leave.

Personal development budgets and unlimited Linked In Learning.

Opportunity to be part of an innovative tech‑bank.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Clear Bank is committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout every stage of the recruitment process. We recognise that diversity is vital to the long‑term success of the business and foster an inclusive culture that values gender, age, educational background, disability, marital status, pregnancy, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities.

We also maintain a diverse workforce, with 42 % of senior management roles held by women. Our partnerships with Code First Girls and the Inclusive Group further enhance awareness of neurodiversity and support inclusion initiatives.

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