New Business Director | Market Research

Are you a driven sales professional with a passion for opening new doors, building lasting client partnerships and mentoring a high‑performing team?

Join Savanta as a New Business B2B Sales Professional and play a pivotal role in delivering Savanta’s new business strategy, building high‑value client relationships through consultative techniques.

Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high‑profile organisations and some of the world’s best‑known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high‑impact consulting. Savanta is on a bold journey – transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech‑first, insights‑driven leader.

The ideal candidate must have a strong background in full‑service, consultative sales, specifically within the market research industry and research process.

Our Commercial team is at the heart of our business, collaborating across Research and Operations to drive new business and growth from existing accounts. We’re a successful, fast‑paced team who support each other, drive improvement, and enjoy what we do.

This role is based in our London office, with the expectation to be in the office 2‑3 days a week.

• Play a pivotal role in delivering Savanta’s new business strategy, working closely with the VP and cross‑functional teams.
• Lead proactive plans to identify new opportunities, markets, and revenue streams – targeting double‑digit year‑on‑year growth.
• Build and nurture high‑value client relationships, manage multi‑market activities, and deliver outstanding pitches to senior audiences.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Delivery teams to create compelling campaigns and events.
• Mentor and develop a high‑performing team, fostering innovation and service excellence.
• Drive adoption of tech‑enabled solutions and consultative, data‑driven selling.

We’re proud to consult, advise and challenge our clients, providing them with the best insight solutions to make lasting improvements to their business performance.

Your primary objective will be to expand our client base and revenue by showcasing the value of our marketing research services and solutions.

• Directly drive company growth and shape your own sales strategy.
• Work with senior clients on mission‑critical projects across diverse sectors.
• Join a high‑calibre, supportive team with access to thought leaders and ongoing learning.
• Fast‑paced, target‑driven environment with clear rewards, recognition, and career progression.
• Be at the forefront of AI‑enabled research, influencing product development and market direction.

You have a strong working competency and a point of view about different research and insight techniques. You are able to work quickly, require limited supervision from senior colleagues, and increasingly demonstrate an ability to see the bigger picture.

The ideal candidate needs to demonstrate:

• Proven track record of full‑service, consultative sales success in B2B or business development within the marketing research, or market intelligence industry.
• Strong understanding of marketing research methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Proven track record of exceeding revenue targets and driving commercial growth.
• Visionary, solution‑oriented approach and respected by senior leadership.
• Tech‑first mindset, ready to help pivot Savanta into a cutting‑edge insights business.
• Excellent consultative communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Passionate about mentoring, team development, and building long‑term client partnerships.
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and do what’s needed to succeed.

Service is at the heart of our business, so a passion for exceeding client expectations is essential.

• Base Salary range: £55,000 – £70,000
• c.£50,000 commission, achievable through our uncapped commission structure
• Unlimited annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Flexible working practices
• Health & wellbeing package
• Financial health (pension, life assurance, etc.)
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health &…