About the job
About GovSignals
GovSignals develops AI-powered tools that help private-sector companies win government contracts faster. By streamlining the contracting process, GovSignals supports both national security and economic growth. The platform serves a wide range of contractors, from small businesses to Fortune 500 firms, and is recognized as a leading aggregator of U. S. government data.
Role Overview: Head of Sales (Player-Coach)
GovSignals is searching for a Head of Sales to join the team in New York, NY. This leader will report directly to the CRO co-founder and play a central role in shaping the company’s go-to-market approach, sales processes, and team structure.
The position calls for someone with hands-on sales leadership experience, someone who has built teams from the ground up, designed sales processes, recruited initial team members, and created effective playbooks. The right candidate thrives on both closing deals and building systems that enable others to succeed.
What You Will Do
- Spend about 60% of your time actively managing and closing your own accounts, setting the pace for the team.
- Dedicate the remaining 40% to developing the sales team, refining systems, and improving processes.
- Step in to assist team members with challenges and support complex deal strategies.
- Drive operational improvements when processes break down.
- Help shape and execute the overall sales and go-to-market strategy.
Who Will Succeed
- Proven experience building and leading sales teams, not just managing existing ones.
- Comfort and enthusiasm for active selling, this is not a hands-off leadership role.
- Strong operational mindset with a history of designing and implementing sales processes.
- Desire for a compensation structure that rewards dedication and results.
- Motivation to work in a rapidly evolving industry and help set new standards.
This role is best suited for someone who is energized by both selling and building, and who wants to lead by example. Those looking to step back from direct sales will not find this position a fit.

