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Why choose Arius Recruit?
Arius Recruit is one of the only tech sales recruitment agencies that focuses on placing Head of Business Development and senior sales leadership roles exclusively in the UK. This gives us a unique advantage, with deep and highly niche knowledge of the UK Head of Business Development and broader tech sales market.
This specialised expertise has enabled us to build strong relationships with over 12,000 senior sales leaders, CROs, and hiring managers who regularly recruit Heads of Business Development across the UK. We also have a growing community of more than 100,000 tech sales professionals through our social media channels and proprietary network. This reach has contributed to a 100% success rate for retained placements since June 2024.
Our proven recruitment methodology allows us to move quickly without compromising on quality or cultural fit, providing wraparound support throughout the entire Head of Business Development hiring process.
Head of Business Development Salaries
Based on the UK Sales Salary Index 2026, Head of Business Development salaries in the UK reflect the responsibility of managing complex, high-value client portfolios and driving long-term revenue expansion.
Many Head of Business Development roles also offer double OTE potential, with additional upside through accelerator commission and, in many cases, equity, especially in VC-backed or high-growth businesses.
For more information on what drives these salaries, download our UK Sales Salary Index below.
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London: The Heart of the UK’s Tech Sales Market
London remains the epicentre of the UK’s technology and software industry, a global powerhouse driving innovation, investment, and commercial growth. Over 30% of all UK Tech Sales and Customer Success talent is based in London and the next most saturated location is Manchester with 5%, making London the country’s most competitive market for attracting and retaining high-performing talent.
Why London is the Centre of Tech Sales Growth
Technology and software companies dominate the UK market, and London continues to be the hub for commercial roles. With thriving sectors like AI, Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, CleanTech, and Digital Infrastructure, businesses here need exceptional sales professionals to keep up with accelerating demand.
According to LinkedIn Talent Insights (2026):
Recruiting Sales and Customer Success professionals in London is 5x more competitive than any other UK location and the demand for Sales and Customer Success talent is 7x higher than the national average.
Roles We Recruit For:
We recruit across all levels of the commercial function, including:
Lead Generation: SDRs and BDRs
Individual Contributors: Account Executives, Business Development Managers, Account Managers, Enterprise Sales
Retention & Growth: Customer Success Managers, Client Success, Partner Success
Leadership: Sales Managers, VPs of Sales, Heads of Customer Success, Team Leads
Executive & Director: Chief Sales Officer, Chief Customer Officer, Chief Revenue Officer
Industries We Support:
Our recruitment expertise spans London’s most innovative sectors:
SaaS: FinTech, MarTech, ConstructionTech, PropTech, EdTech
DeepTech: AI, IoT, Robotics, Advanced Materials, Hardware
CleanTech: Sustainability, Energy, ClimateTech, Infrastructure, EV Charging
Sales & Customer Success Salaries in London
Understanding the market is key to attracting top performers. London offers some of the UK’s most competitive compensation packages, particularly in tech and SaaS. For average salary ranges and what drives these salaries, download our Sales Salary Index for 2025.
High performers often benefit from uncapped commission, equity options, and performance incentives, making competitive salary strategies vital for employers seeking the best.
Partner With Arius Recruit
Don’t navigate London’s competitive hiring landscape alone. Partner with Arius Recruit, a top-tier B2B sales recruitment agency, and secure the talent that drives lasting revenue growth. Whether you’re building a new go-to-market function or scaling a global team, we’ll help you attract the people who keep your business ahead of the curve.
Request a callback today and let’s build your next high-performing sales team in London.
