Country Manager

**Country Manager \- Launching French market** **Applicants must be fluent in French** £80k base \+ £120k OTE London (Hybrid) This is a rare opportunity to join an award\-winning Clean\-Tech business at a pivotal stage of growth, playing a key role in their European expansion. Backed by Series B funding, multiple industry awards, and partnerships with global brands such as Tesco, Ocado and Birdseye… this is a seriously exciting time to join. About the business This business is transforming the cold\-chain industry through a zero\-emission solution. Their solar\-powered refrigeration technology replaces outdated, expensive and highly polluting diesel systems — reducing costs and enabling enterprise fleets to operate sustainably at scale. Award\-winning product. Award\-winning culture. Named *Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2024 \& 2025\.* The role Your mission: spearhead the launch in **France** . You’ll take full ownership of building out the commercial and operational functions across the region, driving a strong and scalable go\-to\-market. This role is focused on two key areas: 1\)Winning new customers 2\)Building a high\-performing aftermarket support network A huge opportunity to join early, build something meaningful, and take on a global duopoly. What you’ll be doing • Own and execute the France go\-to\-market strategy • Map the customer landscape and identify high\-value service partners • Run the full sales cycle (virtual \+ in\-person): lead gen → prospecting → negotiation → proposals → close • Build and maintain a strong pipeline across customers and partners • Take ownership of your sectors and report progress clearly • Hit OKRs, keep CRM clean and operate with discipline • Work closely with the EU Aftermarket Manager to secure maintenance partners • Create and deliver high\-quality proposals to win trials and long\-term deals • Lead multi\-million\-pound negotiations with enterprise clients • Build strong, lasting relationships across your market • Be visible — events, industry, customers • Partner with marketing to drive inbound and strengthen messaging • Recruit, build and lead a high\-performing team over time • Stay close to the market — competitors, trends, opportunities What we’re looking for • Fluent in French and English • 3\+ years enterprise sales experience, consistently exceeding targets • Experience operating as a Country/Regional leader or senior IC in new markets • Proven track record of launching and scaling in new regions • Strong commercial mindset with consistent revenue delivery • Confident with CRM, reporting and sales processes • Comfortable travelling across Europe • Strong communicator and negotiator — able to influence senior stakeholders • Detail\-oriented with contracts, proposals and deal execution Apply today.