Austin

Are you ready to join a multi-award-winning company? Signify Technology has rapidly evolved into a global talent agency with offices in London, Los Angeles, and Austin.    The Opportunity  We’re looking for a Director of Sales & Performance to join our Austin office – a critical hire in shaping the next phase of our US growth. Reporting directly to the Chief Revenue Officer, you’ll play a hands-on leadership role in driving commercial performance, optimizing sales effectiveness, and elevating team capability across the sales floor.    You’ll be right there on the floor, leading from the front. You’ll bring structure, energy, and insight to how we operate: defining KPIs, setting clear expectations, and ensuring our consultants have the data, training, and focus to deliver consistent, exceptional results.    What You’ll Do  • Partner with the CRO to plan and execute sales strategy, translating vision into measurable performance outcomes.  • Define and implement KPIs, metrics, and reporting frameworks that create accountability and drive success across the sales floor.  • Work closely with the L&D team to design and deliver performance improvement initiatives – from onboarding programs to advanced coaching frameworks.  • Use data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for growth, ensuring informed decision making at every level.  • Embed a culture of continuous improvement through regular feedback loops, structured performance reviews, and actionable insights.  • Support consultants day-to-day on client meetings, calls, and account development - leading by example and reinforcing best practices.  • Collaborate with senior leadership to refine sales processes, territory planning, and incentive structures that maximize impact and profitability.  • Drive alignment between Austin, London, and LA offices, sharing performance insights and contributing to global commercial initiatives.    What We’re Looking For  • Proven experience leading or managing high-performing sales teams (recruitment background not essential).  • Strong analytical and data-driven mindset – able to turn performance metrics into strategy.  • A coach and motivator confident in developing people, setting standards, and holding teams accountable.  • Commercially astute, with experience driving revenue growth through structured performance management.  • A collaborative, energetic leader who thrives in fast-paced, results-oriented environments.  • Passion for process improvement, sales excellence, and people development.    Why Join Signify?  • Be part of a business on a mission - with a clear five year growth plan and an international footprint.  • Work directly with the CRO and senior leadership to shape the sales culture and commercial future of our US business.  • Lead an empowered, entrepreneurial team with autonomy and trust.  • Enjoy a high-performance culture built on collaboration, innovation, and reward.      Why You’ll Love Working at Signify  Your career should be rewarding in every way - that’s why we offer perks designed to fuel your success, wellbeing, and life outside of work. Here’s what that looks like:  🏡 Flexible working structure – hybrid setup of 2 days working from home, flexible hours, and 3pm early-finish Fridays.  🌴 Generous time-off – 20 days of vacation that increases by 1 day per work anniversary (up to 10 years), your birthday off, Christmas office closure, and wellness days when we hit company milestones.  💰 Uncapped commission for Sales and performance-based rewards that truly recognise your success.  🌍 Paid sabbatical every 5 years – take up to 2 months to travel, study, or recharge.  👶 Inclusive family support – 6 months fully paid maternity leave and 1 month fully paid paternity leave, inclusive of adoption and surrogacy leave.  📚 Learning & Development – annual learning allowance, funding for professional accreditations and global conferences, and access to advanced professional training.  🏖️ Annual Incentive Trip for top performers – destinations have included Mykonos, Mexico, and the Bahamas.  🩺 Comprehensive health coverage – private medical insurance through a high-rated provider with a minimum of 70% company contribution to the monthly premium from day one, including mental health support and therapy access.  🦷 Dental and vision options – add-on plans for complete coverage of your health needs.  💳 Health Savings Account (HSA) – available with our High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) to help you save pre-tax for medical expenses.  💼 401(k) retirement plan – helping you plan for your future with convenient payroll contributions.  🎉 Quarterly socials – explore new venues and experiences together: crazy golf, yoga, shuffleboard & more      • Recruitment Agency of the Year – 35–49 Employees (2025)  • Best Recruitment Company to Work For (2024)  • Sunday Times – Best Places to Work (2024)  • Best Places to Work in Tech (2023)  • Best Places for Wellbeing (2023)  • Leader of the Year (Agency) (2022)  • Most Inspiring Recruitment Agency Leader (2022)  • Diversity and Inclusion Champion (2022)  • APSCo Embrace Award (2021)  • Agency of the Year (2021)  • Best Place to Work (2021)  • CEO of the Year (2021)  • Agency of the Year (2020)  • International Business of the Year (2020)  • Best New Agency (2019)