VP, Global Key Accounts | Commercial, Market Research | London (Hybrid)

Want to lead the Next Generation of Global Client Growth. Help global organisations unlock more value from data, insight and technology.  As VP, Global Key Accounts, you’ll shape strategy and scale long‑term partnerships.

The ideal candidate must have a strong background of Sales with the Market Research industry and a proven track record of driving revenue growth.  

About Savanta:

Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high-profile organizations and some of the world’s best-known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting.

Savanta is on a bold journey - transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first, insights-driven leader.

This role is based out of our London office with an expectation to be onsite 2-3 days per week.

About the Role:

We’re looking for an experienced VP, Global Key Accounts to own and grow a portfolio of Savanta’s most strategic global clients. Reporting to the SVP, Global Key Accounts, you’ll be a senior, credible partner to client leadership teams, responsible for deepening relationships, expanding revenue and positioning Savanta as a long‑term strategic advisor.

This is a high‑impact individual contributor role with strong influence across the business, working closely with commercial, delivery, regional and tech teams.  Whilst not essential, experience with Financial Services would be very beneficial.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the direction of a dynamic, global insights business, collaborating with high-profile clients from various sectors. Operating at a senior level, you will enjoy genuine autonomy and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

You will also be immersed in a culture that champions innovation, teamwork, and commercial excellence.

What you’ll do:

Own and grow revenue across a portfolio of global key accounts, consistently delivering against ambitious targets, building long-term client partnerships across key sectors.

Build trusted, multi‑level relationships with senior and C‑suite stakeholders.

Develop and execute account strategies that drive renewal, upsell and cross‑sell across Savanta’s full suite of services, including Data‑as‑a‑Service solutions.

Identify new buyers and growth opportunities within complex client organisations.

Lead commercial negotiations, pricing, contracts and renewals with confidence.

Act as the strategic bridge between clients and internal teams to ensure delivery excellence.

Drive high-value proposals and pitches - engage C-Suite audiences and win major new business.

Champion a client-first mindset - embed service excellence and innovation, working closely with marketing, delivery, and tech teams.

Ensure tech‑enabled, client‑centric ways of working and continuously raise the bar on quality.

About You:

You’ll be a commercially driven, highly credible leader who brings:

Extensive proficiency within the SaaS / DaaS industry, particularly in Market Research.

Experience in full-cycle sales, selling consultative, insight‑led and/or tech‑enabled solutions.

Proven success managing and growing large, complex global accounts.

Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering sustained revenue growth.

Gravitas and confidence working with senior client stakeholders.

A strategic mindset with the ability to spot risk and opportunity early.

A collaborative, client‑obsessed approach and a passion for innovation.

Comfort operating in a business undergoing transformation toward a tech‑first model.

A tech-first mindset and a hunger to help evolve Savanta into a next-gen insights powerhouse.

With service at the heart of our business, a passion for exceeding client expectations is essential.

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And in return, Savanta offers:

OTE: £130,000 - £160,000

Unlimited annual leave

Hybrid working

Ongoing Training & Development

Flexible working practices

Health & wellbeing package

Financial health (pension, life assurance, etc.)

Team & Company Socials

Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

Why Join Us:

With offices in the US, Canada, India and the UK, over 500 staff globally, and ambitious growth plans, Savanta offers the benefits of scale, whilst our specialists with their deep expertise and nimble teams, make life at Savanta feel more like working at a ‘boutique’ agency.

Our client portfolio includes some of the world’s most recognisable and valuable brands such as Google, Meta, Pandora, Vodafone, Samsung, Heineken, LEGO, Aston Martin, Unilever, and the Cabinet Office. 

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success, and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients’ businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem. 

Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognises and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development, including mentoring, coaching as well as extensive training programs.

Savanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

All candidates will be considered equally, however, unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship.

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