Sales Team Manager / Sales Team Manageress

Academic Work - May 16, 2025

About the Role

For over 25 years, we have supported companies across six countries with innovative staffing and recruitment solutions, all focused on professionals early in their careers. Our Zurich office operates like a start-up, with a close-knit team of around 10 colleagues supporting over 50 consultants on assignment each month across the region. What sets us apart is our strong company culture and our dedication to client satisfaction, which drives us to go further every day.

As we continue to grow in German-speaking Switzerland, we're looking for a Sales Team Manager to join us.

Work Tasks

We are seeking a people-focused, results-driven sales team manager who is ready to balance both team management and sales strategy. You will be a key player in shaping our office culture, ensuring client success, and driving overall growth.

As a Team Manager

You will coach and lead a team of Account Managers and be responsible for their success and development. Your focus will be on people management, team performance, and local growth.

Your key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and supporting a team of Account Managers through regular performance follow-ups (face-to-face meetings)
  • Recruiting new team members while fostering a strong sales culture
  • Inspiring your team to achieve our ultimate goal: client satisfaction!
  • Collaborating with local leadership to grow our Zurich office and shape our working methods

As a Sales Manager

You will act as the right hand of the Branch Manager in matters concerning sales performance, strategy, and processes.

Your key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting Account Managers in client meetings and identifying new business opportunities
  • Tracking sales KPIs and assisting the Branch Manager with process alignment
  • Designing tailored development plans for Account Managers
  • Organizing and leading training and onboarding initiatives for new hires
  • Analyzing client portfolios, market trends, and sales data to support strategic decisions

We Are Looking For

We are not looking for 20+ years of experience; we want someone who has already achieved solid results in B2B sales and team leadership and is ready for more.

We think you’ll thrive if you have:

  • A successful background in B2B sales
  • Experience managing or mentoring others in a sales setting
  • A hands-on mindset with a passion for coaching and developing people
  • Fluent German (spoken and written), plus strong English (C1 level)
  • Exceptional communication skills and a drive to build strong, long-term client relationships
  • An inspiring, structured, and energetic leadership style

How to Apply

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to Sascha Hornisberger or one of our recruitment team members at geneve@academicwork.ch. Please specify the job number in your email: WMOGIB.

Location : Geneva
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

Please enter your information in the following form and attach your resume (CV)

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