Sales Director - South

Location: Remote (managing a national team)

Our vision is to give everyone the belief they can make their move. We aim to make moving simpler, by giving everyone the best place to turn to and return to for access to the tools, expertise, trust, and belief to make it happen.

We’re home to the UK’s largest choice of properties and are the go-to destination for millions of people planning their next move, reading the latest industry news, or just browsing what’s on the market.

Despite this growth, we’ve remained a friendly, supportive place to work. We’ve done this by placing Rightmove at the heart of everything we do. These are the essential values that reflect our culture and include:

We create value…by delivering results and building trust with partners and consumers.

We think bigger…by acting with curiosity and setting bold aspirations.

We care deeply…by being real, having fun, and valuing diversity.

We move together…by being one team—internally collaborative, externally competitive.

We make a difference…by focusing on delivering measurable impact.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and manage the South UK sales teams, supporting team development and fostering key customer relationships to deliver the business strategy.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the South UK sales teams to ensure smooth performance.
• Drive the team to consistently meet or exceed pre‑defined KPIs and sales targets.
• Set clear expectations, model desired behaviours, and create an environment that supports achieving account plans and objectives.
• Develop and support territory and area plans to align with overall sales targets.
• Conduct regular performance appraisals and coaching to ensure focus on outstanding account management and regional goals.
• Manage resource planning including turnover, recruitment, absence, and succession for the Southern team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and influencers in the region.
• Collaborate with other departments and lead by example in managing key accounts to deliver the business strategy.

Who you are

• Proven experience in B2B sales management with a strong track record of success.
• Skilled leader with a history of guiding large sales teams to consistently exceed targets.
• Strong analytical and planning abilities, proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• A true sales leader who goes beyond forecasting and administration to inspire and drive teams.
• Excellent communicator, able to engage and influence both verbally and in writing.
• Confident influencer who collaborates effectively with internal teams and customers to achieve goals.
• Self‑motivated and independent thinker, passionate about leading teams and driving best practices for commercial success.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive compensation package.
• Cash plan for dental, optical, and physio treatments.
• Private Medical Insurance, Pension and Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan.
• 27 days holiday plus two (paid) volunteering days a year to give back, and holiday buy schemes.
• Hybrid working pattern with 2 days in the office.
• Contributory stakeholder pension.
• Life assurance at 4x your basic salary to a spouse, family member other nominated person in your life.
• Paid leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and fertility.
• Travel Loan, Bike to Work scheme, Rental Deposit Loan.
• Charitable contributions through Payroll Giving and donation matching.
• Access deals and discounts on travel, electronics, fashion, gym memberships, cinema discounts, and more.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Rightmove will never discriminate based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage / civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their background or identity, to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.