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About Sell My Classic Sell My Classic is the UK’s only classic and performance car auction dedicated to the trade. Our online-only platform connects private car sellers with thousands of verified investors, collectors, restorers and specialist buyers. Our tech first approach is changing the industry and this is your opportunity to join us as we make Sell My Classic the go-to auction for classic and performance cars. The Head of Marketing position is a dynamic role with a wide range of tasks throughout the day where you will rapidly develop your skills in a fast-paced environment. This role will involve: • Developing and implementing marketing strategies to promote products or services, • Conducting market research to identify target audience and evaluate market trends, • Creating and managing marketing campaigns across various channels (digital, print, social media, etc.), • Collaborating with the sales team to ensure alignment of marketing activities with overall business objectives, • Monitoring and analysing the performance of marketing campaigns and adjust strategies as needed, • Managing and maintaining relationships with external vendors, agencies, and partners, • Staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in marketing Working week: Monday – Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm Requirements • Strong written and verbal communication skills, • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities, • Proficient in digital marketing tools and platforms, • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions, • Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, • Strong understanding of google and facebook advertising a must, • Automotive experience beneficial What You'll Get: • Hybrid working (Office / Home), • Opportunity to make an impact on our future successes, • Support and guidance from a talented team, • Fantastic industry experience to further advance your career, • Benefits Here at Sell My Classic we believe you should be rewarded for all your hard work, here’s what to expect. • A competitive basic salary, • Extended holiday allowance, • Pension scheme, • All the tech required to fulfil your potential, • Regular social events Equal Opportunities Statement: Sell My Classic is committed to equality of opportunity for all employees. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise their full potential. We believe our workforce should reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Position Summary We are looking for a results-driven and strategic Director of Business Development with a strong background in the payments industry and deep understanding of ISO operations. This role will be responsible for driving new business growth, leading partner relationships, and supporting internal teams in achieving key sales goals. Key Responsibilities Sales & Business Development: • Achieve a minimum of 25 live sales to qualify for bonuses (paid according to the bonus matrix)., • Meet the Q1 requirement of at least 50 live sales., • Introduce 10 new sellers per month using personal networks and tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator., • Actively work on inactive sellers, including face-to-face meetings and compliance checks. Marketing & Lead Generation: • Increase engagement through social media platforms by developing campaigns, improving content strategies, and driving innovation., • Post a minimum of three campaigns weekly on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn., • Conduct market research, competitor and pricing analysis to identify opportunities., • Follow up on leads from social campaigns and help convert them into live sales. Internal Team Collaboration: • Provide strategic input and work methods to improve internal team efficiency., • Explore and introduce software tools or innovations to enhance application and finance processes., • Assist in training team members in areas like SEO, content marketing, and platform reviews (e.g., blogs, Google reviews, Trustpilot)., • Lead weekly meetings with senior management (e.g., Ben) to review progress and action plans., • Regularly engage with the internal sales team to boost their performance and align with targets. Compliance & Operations: • Ensure seller compliance using internal seller information files., • Provide guidance on debt collection processes and manage recovery efforts where needed., • Advise on data utilization strategies – helping the team make better use of existing data. Requirements • 5+ years in business development or strategic sales within the payments industry., • Strong understanding of ISO models, merchant acquiring, and card payment systems., • Proven experience managing teams, creating sales strategies, and delivering results., • Familiarity with tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator and CRM systems., • Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills., • Solid grasp of digital marketing, social media, and content marketing best practices., • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).