Global headhunters for senior commercial and growth leadership roles
Your sales leadership team is the engine of growth. Hiring the right people can redefine your trajectory — and working with a headhunter who truly understands the sales function makes all the difference. At Hanson Search, we specialise in executive search for sales leadership roles — identifying and securing senior commercial talent that drives business growth. With a network of expert consultants based across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and the US, we support organisations globally in building high-performing sales teams and hiring transformational leaders.
Our expertise spans a wide range of industries, from manufacturing and industrials to high-growth SaaS, digital platforms and media. Whether you’re hiring a Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Chief Growth Officer (CGO), or expanding your international business development team, we bring both reach and precision to every search.
Why Sales Executive Search Requires True Expertise
Sales professionals are not one-size-fits-all. The right candidate depends on a nuanced understanding of: Sales cycle length and complexity; deal size and sales value; target market and buyer profile; go-to-market strategy (inbound, outbound, channel) and industry-specific dynamics and commercial models.
At Hanson Search, we take the time to understand your business model, your sales structure, and your ambitions — allowing us to connect you with leaders who align both culturally and commercially. Our consultants come from relevant industry backgrounds and our deep sector knowledge ensures we can differentiate between a transactional sales leader and a strategic revenue driver.
Roles We Recruit For in Sales & Commercial Leadership
We place senior commercial professionals across a wide range of functions, including:
- Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
- Chief Growth Officer (CGO) / Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
- Commercial & Sales Directors
- VP of Sales / Head of Sales / Head of Partnerships
- Enterprise Sales Leaders
- Business Development Directors and Global Key Account Managers
Trusted Headhunters with Global Reach and Local Insight
For over two decades, Hanson Search has delivered executive search solutions across global markets. Our consultants are multilingual, culturally aware, and embedded in their regions — giving you access to international sales talent with local relevance. We have seen how skills have evolved over the years and the interplay of sales and marketing.
Whether you’re scaling across the DACH region, expanding into the US, or optimising your EMEA commercial structure, our bespoke, research-led approach ensures we identify, engage, and secure candidates who will drive long-term commercial success. Partner with Hanson Search to access the sales and commercial leaders who will take your business forward. Contact our team today.
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