Account Manager

OA are recruiting for an Account Manager to join our client’s growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven B2B sales professional to take ownership of an established client portfolio while identifying and securing new business opportunities across North London, Central London and the Home Counties

You’ll be responsible for maximising account growth, strengthening client relationships and delivering tailored solutions that meet customer needs. Working as part of a collaborative and supportive sales team, you’ll have the autonomy to manage your own client base and develop strategic account plans that drive retention, growth and new business.

Location: Hemel Hempstead
Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. 8:30am-5pm.  2-3 days on the road visiting clients, with the remaining days office or home-based. Every Tuesday, you will be required to be based at the Hemel Hempstead site.
Salary: £40,000-£50,000 + commission

Account Manager Benefits

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance of 2x annual salary.
• Five weeks of occupational paid sick leave.
• Extended leave policy.
• Clear career progression and development opportunities.
• Strong leadership and management support.
• Employee recognition scheme.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Pension contributions of up to 8%.
• Attractive bonus scheme for those who exceed targets.

Account Manager Key Responsibilities

• Manage, retain and grow an established portfolio of B2B accounts.
• 30% of target is new business, the remaining account management.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Generate, develop and nurture sales opportunities through the full sales cycle.
• Build strong, long-term customer relationships.
• Develop account plans to drive retention, growth and revenue.
• Understand customer requirements and deliver commercially focused solutions.
• Prepare and deliver engaging presentations and proposals.
• Manage account performance, profitability and commercial opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Consistently achieve and exceed sales targets

Account Manager Skills & Experience

• Proven B2B sales experience with a strong track record in account management and new business.
• Confident, self-motivated and able to work independently.

• Strong commercial and financial awareness, with experience managing Excel data and calculating profitability.
• Excellent presentation, communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Goal-orientated, positive and solution-focused.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong networking and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative team player with a hands-on approach.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience using CRM or bespoke business systems.
• Additional languages would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV.

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