Job Description
Account Executive - Defence Sector
Up to £40,000 + Commission
(Hybrid - 4 Days per Week Onsite in London)
Our client, a rapidly growing Hire-Train-Deploy (HTD) consultancy, is seeking an ambitious professional with SC clearance and Defence sector experience who is looking to progress into an Account Executive role. This is a unique opportunity for someone with strong communication skills and knowledge of Defence to transition into a client-facing position focused on business development and account management.
With a couple of Defence clients already onboard, the focus will be on strengthening these relationships while developing new opportunities across a list of strategic Defence accounts. You'll be supported, trained, and developed into a role that combines business growth and long-term account ownership.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build, nurture, and expand relationships with existing Defence customers
* Identify and develop new business opportunities across strategic Defence target accounts
* Support the full sales cycle, with guidance and training to build confidence in account growth and client management
* Present and position HTD solutions that address Defence skills gaps and project demands
* Act as a trusted point of contact for clients, ensuring smooth delivery in partnership with internal teams
* Contribute to wider Public Sector opportunities where appropriate
Requirements:
* Active SC clearance (essential)
* Previous experience in the Defence sector (commercial, military, or consultancy background considered)
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Ambition to progress into a client-facing sales/account management role
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to learn quickly and adapt
* Prior experience in a sales or consultancy environment is desirable but not essential
This role is ideal for someone with Defence sector knowledge and SC clearance who is looking to step into account management and business development, with full training and support provided. If you're eager to grow your career in Defence sector sales, we'd love to hear from you.