Regional Head of Sales – Frankfurt, Germany (m/w/d)
Germany
Key Accounts
Hybrid
Get to know us
Ideals is a global B2B SaaS product company recognized as the most highly rated and customer‑centric brand in the secure business collaboration market. Trusted by over 2,000,000 users from 300,000 companies globally, we help people run high‑stakes processes and make important decisions with less stress, higher quality, and shorter hours.
Ideals Virtual Data Room (VDR) : Secure document sharing and collaboration for due diligence, fundraising, corporate reporting, licensing, clinical trials, and other complex transactions.
The role
Ideals has been in the Virtual Data Room space since 2008 and has built a trusted reputation with clients across multiple industries in Europe, including Orcan Energy , E-Gruppe , Deloitte, and EY.
We are looking for a Regional Head of Sales, to drive sustainable expansion as the first‑choice VDR provider in the DACH Region. Based in Frankfurt and reporting to the Sales Director Europe, you’ll build and lead a team targeted on securing new client partnerships and expanding into new verticals – always anchored in the highest security and compliance standards our clients depend on.
We seek a proven sales leader with a track record of methodical team development, hands‑on coaching and a high level of personal excellence. You’ll drive regional growth by balancing team development with hands‑on deal execution. The role calls for a strong advocate of value‑based selling who leverages sales metrics to inform strategy, optimize performance, and coach the team to exceed targets.
Ideals ranks among the Top‑5% of companies on RepVue , as rated by sales professionals. This role is a good fit if you are seeking to make a measurable impact – backed by a mature enablement platform and a trusted product.
Why Ideals?
Industry‑leading sales culture: Ideals ranks among the Top‑5% of companies on RepVue , as rated by sales professionals. You’ll manage a team of 4 and scale to 10+ people throughout 2026 – all with dedicated RevOps, DACH Marketing support and a structured onboarding ramp.
Stable growth: You’ll join a profitable, bootstrapped SaaS company that is positioned to deliver 5x revenue expansion and reach unicorn status in the next 5 years.
Sales motion built on regional nuance: You’ll be part of a European‑headquartered org, with over 18 years of selling in the VDR business. You’ll lead in the region we understand deeply, backed by a product that already powers 10%+ of global M&A activity.
What you will do
Lead & develop: lead, mentor, and develop a team of Key Accounts sales professionals, setting a clear vision while managing the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to performance appraisals. Foster an environment of continuous professional growth that empowers your team to achieve their personal and business goals.
Drive performance: define operational metrics for the team, driving functional outcomes and translating data and team performance into transparent reporting to the executive team.
Grow the business: cultivate new business, secure strategic partnerships, and support the closure of key deals, nurturing relationships to ensure both immediate and long‑term success.
Collaborate & align: foster a highly collaborative environment within your team and across the entire customer journey. Align with Marketing, Product, Customer Success, Finance and executive teams to achieve shared objectives.
Lead by example: represent the company and its values in high‑stakes customer interactions and at industry events. Stay current on market trends, competition, and industry best practices to inform strategic planning.
What you bring
5+ years of hands‑on experience in new business development sales, with at least 2 years of outbound sales managerial experience
Professional sales background within the B2B SaaS industry with solid expertise in system transactional sales, sales methodology, techniques, and negotiation practices
Experience in managing small‑medium teams of individual contributors across field sales teams, across the full employee lifecycle.
First line management leadership skills with a passion for fostering a collaborative, growth‑oriented team culture
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and German
High energy and enthusiasm for driving results, achieving goals, and delivering exceptional customer experience
Please note that all interviews will take place in English, we would appreciate if you could provide a copy of your CV in English.
Nice to have
Experience in selling VDR products
Unrivaled recognition
We’re proud to be celebrated by our customers and teammates
G2 Market Leader
Based on 800+ reviews
4.7 out of 5
Trusted by talent
based on 100+ reviews
4.2 out of 5
Reach globally
with a team celebrated by your sales peers
You’ll enjoy the right blend of support and autonomy to help you reach your full potential, anywhere in the world
Remote‑first flexibility to shape your ideal workday
Home workplace budget
Co‑working expense coverage
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Regional Head of Sales – Frankfurt, Germany (m/w/d) in Frankfurt am Main Arbeitgeber: Idealsvdr
Ideals ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der eine dynamische und unterstützende Verkaufsumgebung bietet, in der Mitarbeiter die Möglichkeit haben, ihre Fähigkeiten im Bereich Business Development zu entfalten. Mit einem stabilen Wachstum und einer klaren Vision für die Zukunft, einschließlich der Erreichung des Einhorn-Status, profitieren Sie von einer leistungsorientierten Vergütung und einem starken Teamgeist in Berlin. Die Unternehmenskultur fördert nicht nur den Erfolg, sondern auch die persönliche und berufliche Weiterentwicklung durch gezielte Schulungen und Unterstützung.
