Smith Hanley Associates
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Location:
New York City | In-office near Grand Central (5 days/week) Compensation:
$125K base + uncapped commission + discretionary bonus Equity:
ESOP participation Contact:
Lbartlett@smithhanley.com
A fast-growing, NYC-based data, media, and professional services organization is hiring a
Head of Sales
to help scale its core revenue engine. This is
not a replacement role —the current team is performing well. This hire is about adding
more experienced leadership
to support growth and develop the next generation of sales talent.
This role is ideal for a
top-performing individual contributor
with roughly
6–8+ years of B2B sales experience
who is ready to step into a
player-coach
leadership role.
What You’ll Lead
Lead Sales, Customer Service, Sales Operations, and Marketing
Stay hands-on in deals while transitioning into coaching and people leadership
Assess and optimize pipeline performance, activity metrics, and conversion
Improve efficiency through better processes, tools, social selling, and AI-enabled workflows
Partner directly with the CEO on growth strategy and execution
What You’re Selling
A portfolio of
high-visibility recognition, accreditation, and benchmarking programs
used by companies to strengthen employer brand, credibility, and market positioning
Long-standing offerings serving
large enterprises and professional services organizations
Primary buyers sit within
Marketing, Communications, and Human Resources
teams
Revenue is driven largely by
repeat, relationship-based programs , with additional subscription and data-driven offerings supporting the broader platform
What They’re Looking For
~6–8+ years of B2B sales experience in
transactional, high-volume environments
Strong
individual contributor background
with early people-management exposure
Experience selling into
Marketing, Communications, or HR
departments
Background in advertising, SaaS, or data-driven services preferred
Comfortable with outbound, activity-based selling
Highly analytical and tech-savvy (CRM, reporting, social selling, AI tools)
Strong emotional intelligence, communication skills, and executive presence
Based in the NYC metro area and willing to work
in-office 5 days/week
NYC office with a tight-knit, ambitious team
Structured training, clear metrics, and real-time reporting
Strong emphasis on coaching, development, and internal mobility
Lindsey Bartlett leads the Market Research & Consumer Insights area. With a decade of experience recruiting in this niche, Lindsey has proven successful in making the match. Her highly consultative nature combined with her dedication to excellence pushes her to swiftly and successfully find you the best talent. Lindsey is a strong recruiter and highly personable, staying abreast of new industry trends by attending a variety of conferences and participating with our affiliations. Offer her an oat milk latte and a good conversation and she’ll always be in your corner.
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New York City | In-office near Grand Central (5 days/week) Compensation:
$125K base + uncapped commission + discretionary bonus Equity:
ESOP participation Contact:
Lbartlett@smithhanley.com
A fast-growing, NYC-based data, media, and professional services organization is hiring a
Head of Sales
to help scale its core revenue engine. This is
not a replacement role —the current team is performing well. This hire is about adding
more experienced leadership
to support growth and develop the next generation of sales talent.
This role is ideal for a
top-performing individual contributor
with roughly
6–8+ years of B2B sales experience
who is ready to step into a
player-coach
leadership role.
What You’ll Lead
Lead Sales, Customer Service, Sales Operations, and Marketing
Stay hands-on in deals while transitioning into coaching and people leadership
Assess and optimize pipeline performance, activity metrics, and conversion
Improve efficiency through better processes, tools, social selling, and AI-enabled workflows
Partner directly with the CEO on growth strategy and execution
What You’re Selling
A portfolio of
high-visibility recognition, accreditation, and benchmarking programs
used by companies to strengthen employer brand, credibility, and market positioning
Long-standing offerings serving
large enterprises and professional services organizations
Primary buyers sit within
Marketing, Communications, and Human Resources
teams
Revenue is driven largely by
repeat, relationship-based programs , with additional subscription and data-driven offerings supporting the broader platform
What They’re Looking For
~6–8+ years of B2B sales experience in
transactional, high-volume environments
Strong
individual contributor background
with early people-management exposure
Experience selling into
Marketing, Communications, or HR
departments
Background in advertising, SaaS, or data-driven services preferred
Comfortable with outbound, activity-based selling
Highly analytical and tech-savvy (CRM, reporting, social selling, AI tools)
Strong emotional intelligence, communication skills, and executive presence
Based in the NYC metro area and willing to work
in-office 5 days/week
NYC office with a tight-knit, ambitious team
Structured training, clear metrics, and real-time reporting
Strong emphasis on coaching, development, and internal mobility
Lindsey Bartlett leads the Market Research & Consumer Insights area. With a decade of experience recruiting in this niche, Lindsey has proven successful in making the match. Her highly consultative nature combined with her dedication to excellence pushes her to swiftly and successfully find you the best talent. Lindsey is a strong recruiter and highly personable, staying abreast of new industry trends by attending a variety of conferences and participating with our affiliations. Offer her an oat milk latte and a good conversation and she’ll always be in your corner.
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