SALES LEAD
Role: 1 day a week for 6 - 12 months with the intention to extend to a permanent position (You must be available Wednesday 12-1 UK time)
Hours: We can be flexible to ensure the hours work with any caring responsibilities
Fee: £200 per day
Based: Remote *must be based in a European time zone*
We use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability, sexuality, or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Ethnically Diverse or LGBTQ+ candidate in order to diversify our team.
Role: 2 days a week freelance position with the intention to extend after 6 months. Future opportunity to move into a full-time Sales Director role.
Hours: We can be flexible to ensure the hours work with any caring responsibilities
Fee: £250 per day (+ commission model after 3 months)
Based: Remote *must be based in a European time zone*
Deadline to apply: Friday 5th December
We use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability, sexuality, or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Ethnically Diverse or LGBTQ+ candidate in order to diversify our team.
About UPFRONT
UPFRONT is an organisation on a mission to change confidence, visibility and power for 10 million women. We do this in three ways - courses (we call these Bonds), community (we call this UPFRONT Global) and content (keynotes, social media and our weekly newsletters)
Our Bonds have supported over 17,000 women from over 50 countries with clients like Just Eat Takeaway, Pleo, Onfido, NHS, Nike, Ofgem and Citizens Advice.
We’re looking to hire a high energy, enthusiastic and driven Sales Lead to join our team.
The Role
You will report to our CEO and Founder, Lauren Currie, and work most closely with our Sales Development Representative, to find and close deals. Your role sits at the intersection of sales, partnerships, and product development and is focused on client acquisition, activation, retention, and upsell.
This role is focused on UPFRONT’s B2B partners and clients. Together with our SDR, you’ll be responsible for managing our B2B funnel. Your success will be measured on the number of B2B client partnerships and Bonds secured (we expect you to secure 3 new partnerships in the first 6-8 months. Our average sales cycle is 50-60 days. The average contract value is £20k)
You will build relationships with leaders, teams and c-suites who need UPFRONT to solve problems in their organisation. These are typically C-suite leaders, HR Directors or learning partners.
What we're looking for
- Someone who’s excited by the opportunity to support our Founder to build a sales function rooted in impact, growth and purpose
- Someone to support our Founder to develop strategic partnership frameworks, negotiating sponsorship agreements and co-creating joint proposals with clients/partners
- You have a qualification or solid experience in Sales or related field
- You have prior experience in a similar role with a solid track record of sales
- You are excellent as using marketing automation platforms and CRM (eg. Hubspot, Active Campaign)
- You have a proven track record in building good client relationships and meeting/exceeding sales targets
- You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- You are results-driven, tenacious and a strong team player
- On your own time, you are actively engaging in meaningful conversations around feminism and equality. You are socially-minded and not afraid to get political. You are dedicated to being anti-racist and believe wholeheartedly in intersectional gender equity.
- You're familiar with the tools and apps we use daily: Slack, Notion and G Suite.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and activities running concurrently
- You have a can-do, positive, passionate attitude and are comfortable with risk-taking
- You have high energy and thrive working remotely with a small distributed team
How you’ll spend your time
- Closing deals (as well as passing qualified leads to the Founder with the objective of closing the sale)
- Having conversations with potential clients, writing proposals and following up
- In person meetings and pitches in London (if your location allows)
- Emailing communication, lead prequalification and call scheduling
- Taking notes during sales calls and summarize them in our lead generation database, Hubspot
- Handling incoming queries and building good client relationships
- Ensuring all leads are well qualified by identifying the correct decision makers and understanding their requirements
- Schedule appointments, and demos and introduce leads to their new point of contact
- Achieving weekly/monthly targets as set out by the business
The most important factor is alignment with our values and willingness to join us on our mission and lead the sales function. If you do not meet 100% of the criteria but believe you can deliver in this role, we are still open to receiving your application.
Why is this role unpaid?
At UPFRONT, we believe in making the most of the incredible talent and generosity of our community. We’ve had so many women reach out and ask us how they can help so we have decided to make this a formal ask. While this position is unpaid, it offers the unique opportunity to give back, leave a legacy, and directly impact a growing, purpose-driven organisation. It’s ideal for senior women who want to make a meaningful contribution without the commitment of traditional board responsibilities.
Who are we looking for?
We're keen to meet people with expertise in business, scaling, investment, strategy, branding or product development (or any field) that can help us scale and impact more lives. This role is ideal for those who have been successful in their own careers and are looking for a way to give back to the next generation of women leaders.
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Facilitating Client Onboarding Calls – Deliver engaging, structured onboarding sessions for new clients to set them up for success.
- Podcast Outreach – Researching and reaching out to potential podcasts for our founder to appear on.
- Hosting Community Networking Sessions – Leading a weekly one-hour networking session for our community, creating a welcoming and impactful experience.
- Admin Support – Ensuring follow-ups, scheduling, and key details are handled smoothly and supporting our Community Engagement Lead with admin.
What we're looking for
- Confident Facilitator & Speaker: You’re comfortable leading online sessions and keeping people engaged.
- Organised & Detail-Oriented: Your attention to detail is immaculate. And you make sure things run smoothly and follow through on tasks.
- Great Communicator: Whether it’s reaching out to podcast hosts or welcoming new members, you know how to build relationships.
- Proactive & Self-Sufficient: You take initiative and make things happen.
The Details:
📍 Remote
⏳ 1 day per week (flexible hours across the week. You must be available Wednesday 12-1 UK time)
💰 Freelance role at a day rate of £200
How to apply
Please record a 3-minute video telling us why you are the right person to be our sales lead (on an iPhone is grand, we aren’t judging your living room wallpaper)
Please send us your CV, please include social media handles and an example of work you’re done that you are proud of.
Before you press send, double-check you’ve included
- Link to 3-minute video that everyone can access (check permissions)
- CV (including social handles)
- Any examples of your work
- Details of two references (one peer and one client/ employer)
Please send to upfront@weareupfront.com
If you are shortlisted for an interview we will let you know by Wednesday 10th Dec and interviews will take place via Zoom on 15th - 19th Dec We will only interview 3 people. We can’t wait to meet you!
Join the UPFRONT Advisory Council
Role: 1 day a week for 6 - 12 months with the intention to extend to a permanent position (You must be available Wednesday 12-1 UK time)
Hours: We can be flexible to ensure the hours work with any caring responsibilities
Fee: £200 per day
Based: Remote *must be based in a European time zone*
We use positive action under section 159 of the Equality Act in relation to disability, sexuality, or race. This means that if we have two candidates of equal merit in our process, we will seek to take forward the disabled or Black, Asian, and Ethnically Diverse or LGBTQ+ candidate in order to diversify our team.
Are you a senior leader who cares about upskilling women, building wealth, driving change, and making a lasting impact?
At UPFRONT, we're on a mission to inspire over 10 million women to lead with confidence, take bold action, and break down barriers in their careers. We’re looking for brilliant, well-networked people to join our informal Advisory Board - we’re calling it our UPFRONT Advisory Council - a small but impactful group of individuals who are committed to shaping the future of our organisation and advancing our mission.
About UPFRONT
UPFRONT is an organisation on a mission to change confidence, visibility and power for 10 million women. We do this in three ways - courses (we call these Bonds), our annual conference UPFRONT and Centre, and content (keynotes, social media and our weekly newsletters)
Our Bonds have welcomed thousands of women from over 50 countries with clients like Just Eat Takeaway, Pleo, Onfido, NHS, Nike, Ofgem and Sainsburys. Bond 7 supported over 2000 thousand women from 20 different time zones.
We're looking for a dynamic, organised, and confident facilitator to support our growing community. This is a one-day-per-week freelance role, perfect for someone with strong admin, facilitation, and public speaking skills who thrives in a people-facing role.
What We Need Your Help With:
- Strategic Growth: Helping us refine and implement strategies to expand our reach, ensuring we meet our goal of reaching millions of women globally.
- Network & Partnerships: Leveraging your network to facilitate valuable introductions to potential collaborators, investors, and partners.
- Product Development: Advising on product direction and how we can evolve our offerings to better upskills the women we serve.
- Marketing & Brand Positioning: Offering insights into how we can raise our visibility and increase brand recognition.
- Operational Scaling: Providing input on systems, tools, and frameworks that will help us scale our impact effectively.
What's in it for you?
- Give Back: This is a chance to support a mission you care about, help women break through professional barriers, and contribute to creating a more inclusive and confident workforce.
- Networking: Collaborate with like-minded senior people who are also passionate about making a difference.
- Visibility: Be part of a transformative organisation that’s impacting thousands of women worldwide.
What's the commitment?
- We’ll meet once a quarter, virtually or in person, to discuss strategy, progress, and upcoming initiatives.
- You’ll be providing advice and support on an ad-hoc basis as needed throughout the year.
Why is this role unpaid?
At UPFRONT, we believe in making the most of the incredible talent and generosity of our community. We’ve had so many women reach out and ask us how they can help so we have decided to make this a formal ask. While this position is unpaid, it offers the unique opportunity to give back, leave a legacy, and directly impact a growing, purpose-driven organisation. It’s ideal for senior women who want to make a meaningful contribution without the commitment of traditional board responsibilities.
Who are we looking for?
We're keen to meet people with expertise in business, scaling, investment, strategy, branding or product development (or any field) that can help us scale and impact more lives. This role is ideal for those who have been successful in their own careers and are looking for a way to give back to the next generation of women leaders.
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Facilitating Client Onboarding Calls – Deliver engaging, structured onboarding sessions for new clients to set them up for success.
- Podcast Outreach – Researching and reaching out to potential podcasts for our founder to appear on.
- Hosting Community Networking Sessions – Leading a weekly one-hour networking session for our community, creating a welcoming and impactful experience.
- Admin Support – Ensuring follow-ups, scheduling, and key details are handled smoothly and supporting our Community Engagement Lead with admin.
What we're looking for
- Confident Facilitator & Speaker: You’re comfortable leading online sessions and keeping people engaged.
- Organised & Detail-Oriented: Your attention to detail is immaculate. And you make sure things run smoothly and follow through on tasks.
- Great Communicator: Whether it’s reaching out to podcast hosts or welcoming new members, you know how to build relationships.
- Proactive & Self-Sufficient: You take initiative and make things happen.
The Details:
📍 Remote
⏳ 1 day per week (flexible hours across the week. You must be available Wednesday 12-1 UK time)
💰 Freelance role at a day rate of £200
How to apply
Please record a 3-minute video telling us why you'd like to join us and what you'll bring to UPFRONT's Advisory Council (on an iPhone is grand, we aren’t judging your living room wallpaper)
Please send us your Linkedin and or CV.
Before you press send, double-check you’ve included
- Link to 3-minute video that everyone can access (check permissions)
- Linkedin and or CV
Please send to kim@weareupfront.com
We regularly review Advisory Council applications and invite new members to join every 6 to 12 months. Our next review will take place between March and September 2026, following the current cohort who begin in September 2025. If you're passionate about our mission and want to contribute your expertise, we’d love to hear from you. All applications are kept on file and considered during our review windows.
Let’s build a world that celebrates confident women together.
