Head of Commercial – Housing
Location: You will be required to come to our office in Welwyn Garden City
Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits
About the role
PayPoint is looking for a commercially driven, sector-experienced leader to take ownership of our growth within the UK housing market.
As Head of Commercial – Housing & Built Environment, you’ll define and deliver our strategy across housing associations and local authority landlords. This is a highly visible, senior role where you’ll lead complex deal-making, shape innovative payment solutions, and build long-term partnerships across the sector.
What you’ll be doing
* Own and deliver PayPoint’s commercial strategy across the housing sector
* Identify, develop and close large, complex enterprise opportunities
* Act as senior commercial lead for key, high-value housing accounts
* Sell integrated payment solutions including payments, Open Banking and settlement services
* Work closely with product, technology and operations teams to shape sector-specific propositions
* Build and maintain a strong, high-quality sales pipeline
* Lead negotiations on major frameworks and long-term contracts
* Manage and develop a small team, driving performance and exceptional client delivery
* Represent PayPoint at industry events, strengthening our profile in the housing sector
* Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for private and commercial property sectors
What we’re looking for
* Proven experience in a senior commercial or enterprise sales role within B2B services
* Strong understanding of the UK housing sector; an existing network across Housing Associations is highly desirable
* Demonstrated success in winning and closing large, complex deals
* Experience managing long sales cycles with multiple stakeholders
* Background in payments, Open Banking or regulated financial services is advantageous
* Previous line management experience, with a passion for coaching and developing teams
Why Join PayPoint?
* A strategic leadership role with real influence and visibility
* Opportunity to shape and grow a key market sector
* Work with innovative, market-leading payment solutions
* Supportive, collaborative culture with strong leadership backing