Sales Director
- $85k – $125k
- |Annapolis
- |8 years of exp
- |Full Time
In office
Not Available
About the job
Bonus PotentialReports To
Vice President of Operations
Direct Reports
Director of Marketing
Key Partnerships
Business Line Leaders
Branch Managers
Settlement Officers
Operations Teams
Product Teams
Finance
Accounting
Position Summary
The Sales Director at Eagle Title is a leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth across all branches through disciplined sales execution, recruiting top talent, and strategic market expansion. This role serves as the central sales strategist, coach, and growth catalyst—building a scalable, high-performance sales model that supports residential, builder, and commercial business lines.
The Sales Director operates with influence and accountability for sales outcomes but does not have direct reporting authority over Settlement Officers. Performance management, compensation decisions, and employment matters remain with Business Line Leaders and Branch Managers.
However, this role plays a critical role in performance diagnostics, coaching, and escalation support, ensuring accountability through structured insight and partnership with leadership.
In addition, the Sales Director owns the company's sales infrastructure and operating cadence, including CRM strategy and governance, dashboards and reporting, quarterly business reviews, and companywide sales rhythms.
The Sales Director directly oversees the Director of Marketing and is responsible for ensuring marketing strategy is aligned to measurable revenue outcomes, pipeline creation, and market growth.
Strategic Purpose of the Role
Driving revenue growth across residential, builder, and commercial business lines
Building a scalable sales organization capable of supporting aggressive recruiting and expansion
Partnering with leadership to recruit, onboard, and ramp high-performing Settlement Officers
Establishing consistent sales execution, messaging, and accountability across all branches
Leading structured coaching and performance cadences that improve productivity and retention
Owning CRM adoption and sales data integrity to enable visibility, forecasting, and accountability
Supporting market expansion, new branch launches, and acquisition integration efforts
Strengthening Eagle Title's reputation through aligned sales strategy and consistent client experience
Core Responsibilities1. Revenue-Focused Sales Strategy
Develop and execute a companywide sales strategy by business line and market
Partner with executive leadership to establish revenue targets and growth plans
Identify high-potential brokerages, builders, developers, lenders, and commercial partners
Contribute to market expansion strategy, including evaluating new markets and growth opportunities
- Recruiting & Talent Pipeline Development
Partner with the VP of Operations to build and execute a proactive recruiting strategy for high-performing Settlement Officers
Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential hires across markets
Support candidate evaluation, including assessment of production potential and book of business
Assist in closing top candidates by aligning expectations around production, support, and opportunity
Ensure strong onboarding and ramp strategies that accelerate time-to-productivity
- Settlement Officer Sales Support (Non-Reporting)
Act as a sales advisor and coach to Settlement Officers across all branches
Lead structured 1:1 coaching sessions based on performance:
- Weekly for underperforming producers
- Bi-weekly for those on target
- Monthly for senior/high-performing Settlement Officers
Conduct structured roleplay and skills development sessions based on real scenarios
Support strategic account planning and major relationship pursuits
Reinforce consistent sales behaviors and expectations across all branches
- Performance Insight & Accountability Support
Utilize CRM data, dashboards, and QBRs to assess performance and pipeline health
Identify performance gaps early and provide actionable coaching plans
Provide structured performance insights and recommendations to Branch Managers and Business Line Leaders to support performance management decisions
Support leadership in driving accountability while respecting reporting structures
- Branch Manager Partnership
Collaborate with Branch Managers to drive branch-level revenue performance
Align sales activity with operational capacity and service delivery
Provide market intelligence, competitive insight, and pipeline visibility
Support onboarding of new hires and branch-level growth initiatives
- Business Development & Strategic Relationships
Focus on enterprise-level, multi-market relationships that elevate opportunity across branches
Open doors and create access for Settlement Officers to expand key relationships
Represent Eagle Title at industry events and partner forums
Maintain a select portfolio of strategic relationships that drive enterprise-level growth
- Sales Enablement, Marketing Alignment & Brand Execution
- Establish consistent sales messaging, value propositions, and best practices
Partner directly with the Director of Marketing to:
Align campaigns to revenue and pipeline goals
Drive targeted market growth initiatives
Ensure consistency across branding and messaging
Measure and improve ROI on events and campaigns
Additionally:
- Support CE classes, presentations, and business development initiatives
- CRM Adoption & Sales Infrastructure
Own CRM strategy, governance, and data integrity across the organization
Establish clear behavioral expectations for CRM usage among Settlement Officers
Drive adoption through training, coaching, and accountability
Ensure accurate pipeline tracking, forecasting, and reporting
- Operational Alignment & Compliance
Ensure sales commitments align with operational capabilities
Maintain strong knowledge of title regulations and compliance standards
Model ethical, compliant, relationship-driven sales practices
- Growth Initiatives (Expansion & M&A Support)
Support new market expansion, branch launches, and growth planning
Provide sales insight and market intelligence to evaluate potential acquisitions
Assist in onboarding and integrating new teams into the Eagle Title sales model
- Culture & Team Leadership
Reinforce a high-performance, collaborative sales culture across all branches
Recognize achievements and celebrate team success
Promote consistency, accountability, and engagement during periods of growth and change
- Sales Technology & AI Enablement
Lead the adoption and integration of AI tools and automation to improve sales productivity, consistency, and scalability
Identify opportunities to leverage AI across the sales lifecycle, including:
- Prospecting and lead generation
- Outreach and communication
- Meeting preparation and follow-up
- CRM data entry, insights, and pipeline management
Partner with Marketing and Operations to implement AI-driven tools that enhance campaign performance and sales efficiency
Establish best practices and training to ensure adoption across Settlement Officers
Continuously evaluate new tools and technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the market
Measures of Success (KPIs)
Success in this role will be measured through:
Achievement of market share targets across all business lines (Goal: 10%+ in core markets)
Companywide transaction growth and pipeline expansion
Successful recruiting and ramp-up of new Settlement Officers
Improvement in Settlement Officer performance and engagement
CRM adoption, accuracy, and utilization
Forecasting accuracy and pipeline visibility
Marketing contribution to pipeline creation and revenue growth
Branch Manager satisfaction and cross-functional alignment
Retention and expansion of key referral relationships
Alignment of sales activity with Eagle Title's client experience standards
Ideal Candidate ProfileExperience
Proven success in purchase-driven sales environments
Experience supporting multi-branch or multi-market organizations
Demonstrated success in recruiting and developing high-performing sales talent
Experience influencing teams without direct authority
Experience leading or aligning with marketing to drive revenue outcomes (preferred)
8+ years in title, settlement services, real estate, or commercial real estate
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional relationship-building and influence skills
Strong understanding of purchase transaction dynamics
Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability
Strong coaching, communication, and facilitation skills
Ability to drive accountability through data and collaboration
Experience building scalable processes and systems
Personal Attributes
Connector and bridge-builder across teams
Growth-oriented and highly accountable
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business judgment
Respected, credible, and service-oriented leader
Comfortable building structure within a scaling organization
Benefits:Full suite of benefits including Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation (PTO), Safe Harbor 401(k), Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
This is a terrific opportunity to join a culture-orientated growth company. Eagle Title is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
