The opportunity

Raconteur, a TechnologyAdvice brand is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Account Manager to play a pivotal role in supporting our senior sales team and driving new business opportunities within our target client landscapes. This role is crucial in bridging the gap between senior salespeople and our support teams, ensuring seamless delivery of client campaigns while nurturing existing client relationships.

You will work closely with senior sales staff to identify new opportunities, run outreach strategies to engage them, support ongoing client conversations, and assist in proposal creation and follow-ups. This position requires a proactive approach to identifying new business opportunities, managing client communications, strong organisational skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a desire to support winning new business, a solutions-driven mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven sales individual who is ready to take their sales career to the next level by working side by side with best in class sales leaders.

Location: United Kingdom, Hybrid in our central London office on Thursdays.

What you'll do

• Collaborating with senior sales staff to identify new business opportunities within target client landscapes, and run outreach campaigns to engage them.
• Supporting ongoing client conversations by preparing proposals, conducting follow-ups, and ensuring timely responses to client needs.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients to support account growth and retention.
• Assisting with the creation and delivery of compelling sales pitches and presentations.
• Acting as a liaison between senior sales staff and support teams to ensure the smooth execution of client campaigns.
• Conducting thorough market research to identify trends and opportunities that inform client strategies.
• Tracking and reporting on account performance and client engagement.

Who you are

• 1 - 3 years of experience in new business outreach strategies, account management, sales support, or a related role, ideally within the B2B media or marketing sectors.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-centric approach.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a keen eye for identifying opportunities and driving results.
• Experience with sales or CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong internal relationships.
• Ambitious, inquisitive, and passionate about delivering exceptional client experiences.

What we offer you

• Career Growth: Advance with mentorship programs, leadership academies, and opportunities to shape company culture and DEI initiatives.
• Private Health & Dental Insurance: Comprehensive coverage, including discounted gym memberships and additional perks.
• Hybrid Working: Join us in our central London office on Thursdays while enjoying the flexibility of remote work the rest of the week.
• ‘Work Anywhere’ Benefit: Work from abroad for up to four weeks each year.
• Generous Time Off: Start with 25 days of holiday per year, with an additional day added for each year of service.
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Supportive maternity and paternity leave policies.
• Salary Sacrifice Nursery Benefit: Save on childcare costs with our tax-efficient program.
• Life Assurance: Peace of mind with coverage to protect your loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access free counseling and other support services.
• Social Perks: A vibrant calendar of events to connect and have fun with your team.

Work authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United Kingdom at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United Kingdom throughout their employment with our company.