Commercial Director

K3 Advisory Group

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Knightsbridge Business Sales, part of K3 Advisory Group, is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Commercial Director to join their team in Ireland. This role involves representing a leading business sales group and working directly with company owners on significant commercial decisions related to selling their companies. The position is client-facing, focusing on building relationships, understanding business objectives, and securing instructions for Knightsbridge to manage company sales. Meetings will be conducted remotely and in person across Ireland.

Requirements

Previous experience within business sales, M&A or a similar business brokerage environment is preferred.
Client-facing experience is ideal.
Industry experience would be a significant advantage.
High-performing individuals from other consultative sales environments, particularly those accustomed to dealing with business owners, senior decision-makers or high-value transactions (e.g., estate agency, financial services, recruitment, property) will be considered.
Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Strong closing and negotiation skills.
Confidence and credibility to engage with business owners and senior decision-makers.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Compelling and professional presentation style.
Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand financial information.
Good literacy and numerical skills.
Ability to adapt their approach to different personalities, businesses and situations.
Experience conducting remote/video sales presentations would be advantageous.
Self-motivated and dynamic approach with genuine energy and ambition.
Resilience, persistence and a strong desire to succeed in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
A full driving licence.
Flexibility to travel to meet clients across Ireland.

Nice To Haves

Experience within business sales, M&A or a similar business brokerage environment.
Industry experience.
Experience conducting remote/video sales presentations.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-arranged and qualified meetings with business owners considering a sale or exit.
Build strong relationships and establish credibility with company owners, directors and shareholders.
Undertake detailed fact-finds to understand each business, its financial performance and the owner’s objectives.
Review company accounts and key financial information.
Discuss potential value ranges, valuation expectations, market positioning and potential sale strategies.
Deliver professional, persuasive and commercially focused presentations of Knightsbridge’s services.
Clearly communicate the benefits and value of appointing Knightsbridge to manage the business sale, with the objective of helping the business owner achieve the best possible price.
Handle questions and objections confidently and commercially.
Negotiate and secure formal client instructions.
Maintain momentum with prospective clients through effective and persistent follow-up.
Deliver an exceptional client experience with professionalism, empathy and diligence.
Maintain complete discretion and confidentiality when dealing with sensitive business and financial information.
Consistently achieve and exceed individual revenue targets.

Benefits

€40,000–€50,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
€140,000+ OTE, with significant earning potential for high performers.
Company car or car allowance.
Mobile phone and laptop.
Standard business expenses.
Comprehensive industry-specific training.
A consistent diary of pre-arranged and qualified appointments, with no requirement to generate your own leads.
Dedicated Lead Generation and Diary Management support.
Full support from Knightsbridge’s established Head Office operation.
Significant opportunities for career progression within Knightsbridge and the wider K3 Advisory Group.