At ZD, we do more than fill sales jobs. We help you build teams that win.
From National Account Managers through to Sales Directors, we connect ambitious businesses with proven sales talent. We’re specialists with deep networks across retail, consumer and e-commerce, trusted by brands across the UK.
Forget endless CVs and wasted time.
We find the high-performing sales talent you won’t find on job boards, the passive candidates who are open to the right conversation. Our team, with its impressive track record, knows exactly what “great” looks like.
Whether you’re making a critical leadership hire or building a full sales team, we’ll help you find the right people, faster.
Sales Leadership Recruitment Specialist Ben focuses on senior sales appointments, including Sales Directors, Heads of Sales, and Commercial Directors. He partners with leadership teams to identify leaders who bring vision, resilience, and long-term growth.
National & Key Account Recruitment Specialist Luke specialises in mid-to-senior commercial roles like National Account Manager, Key Account Manager, and Sales Manager. He has built deep networks of candidates who excel at managing relationships and growing accounts.
Together, Ben and Luke provide you with full coverage across the entire sales function, from frontline account management to board-level leadership.
Everything begins with a conversation. We want to get under the skin of your business – your values, your culture and the kind of person who will thrive with you. It’s never just about a CV. It’s about finding the right fit, the people who will add value, stay, and succeed.
We tap into our extensive network of sales professionals, reaching not only those actively looking but also the hidden talent open to the right opportunity. By combining headhunting with a tailored search, we’re able to connect you with people that other agencies often miss.
We handle the legwork. We pre-screen, interview, and assess for cultural alignment so every candidate on your shortlist is a high-quality, pre-vetted prospect worth your time.
You’ll receive a curated list of top-tier candidates. We know our clients don’t just want a stack of CVs to sort through – they want the best ones. That’s where we come in.
We take care of every stage, from coordinating interviews to supporting final offers, so the experience feels seamless for you and the candidate. And with our replacement guarantee, you can move forward with confidence.
We’re proud to have worked with leading names across retail, consumer and ecommerce, supporting them to build high-performing sales teams.
We handle a wide range of sales roles, including:
Whether you need one key hire or a whole sales team, our track record proves we’ll deliver exactly the people you’re looking for, UK-wide or internationally.
You’ve likely considered recruiting on your own. Why not run your search alongside ours? Clients who do this consistently find that the successful candidates come from the ZD shortlist. You can recruit yourself, but with us, you’ll recruit stronger.
For Clients: You only pay for successful hires with our results-only recruitment. We act as your recruitment shield, filtering applications and protecting your time. Our networks mean we deliver quality quickly, and our replacement guarantee adds security to your investment.
For Candidates: Taking your next step in sales is easier with an expert by your side. We’ll ensure your next move is the right one, from Sales Executive to Account Manager or from National Account Manager to Sales Director. Landing a role is great, but finding one you love is what makes it worthwhile.
We take pride in understanding your business needs through industry knowledge. Whether you need professionals in fashion retail, e-commerce, or traditional store management, our tailored approach ensures that we find the right candidates for your needs.