SALES ACCOUNT MANAGER
40 K plus commission
Travel to Manchester / Oxford
As a Sales Account Manager, you will be an integral part of the team, responsible for driving new business and managing customer accounts in the UK education sector. You will work closely with the Head of UK Sales to build relationships, generate leads, and promote other services
This is a hands-on role that provides full exposure to the sales process—from initial outreach to closing deals. You'll receive comprehensive training on our products and services, as well as mentorship from senior team members to help you develop your skills and grow within the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively reach out to prospective clients via phone calls, emails, and social media to generate leads.
- Present and promote products and services to new and existing clients using persuasive communication skills.
- Build and maintain strong business relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Manage the full sales cycle—from initial contact to deal closure—ensuring a smooth and effective process.
- Collaborate with the sales team to develop strategies and execute plans to meet sales targets.
- Maintain and update the CRM system (HubSpot) to track leads, opportunities, and deal progress.
- Attend client meetings/events, both virtual and in-person, to discuss client needs and offer tailored solutions.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor offerings, and potential opportunities to grow the business.
Skills & Requirements:
- Ideally a degree in business, marketing, IT, or a related field / role would also suit a new Graduate.
- Strong interest in sales, technology, and the education sector.
- Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal.
- High motivation to learn and succeed in a sales environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships and work well in a team.
- Willingness to travel for client meetings and attend occasional in-office contact days.
- Access to your own vehicle (mileage paid).
What We Offer:
- Full training and support to help you develop your sales skills and industry knowledge.
- Opportunity to manage your own sales pipeline
- Competitive salary with performance-based commission.
- Clear career progression path with opportunities for growth within the company.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment.