Real Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with an industry-leading organisation that works within the entertainment, live performance, broadcasting and education sectors, to recruit a driven and proactive Equipment Sales Account Manager (Desk Based) to join their sales & business development teams based in Bristol, on a full time, permanent basis.
Our client offers hybrid working options 1-2 days from home per week following training,
This is a great opportunity for someone commercially minded and technically confident, who enjoys building long-term client relationships and uncovering new opportunities across the entertainment, theatre, leisure, education, heritage, and public sectors.
What’s Available to You
SALARY: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE + Bonus
* 25 Days holiday per annum (Rising to 30 days) + Bank Holidays
* Hybrid Working Options
* Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Entry into Monthly Stage Events Draw
* Giving Back - Paid Volunteering Days
What You’ll Be Doing As An Account Manager (Equipment Sales)
This is a proactive account management role – with a strong focus on nurturing and growing existing client relationships, as well as developing new business (around 20%).
You’ll be expected to build rapport, forging strong relationships and spot commercial opportunities. Working with the Technical Team you will confidently an consultatively advise clients on the best equipment for their needs.
* Manage and grow a portfolio of existing clients across key sectors
* Identify new opportunities within existing accounts and develop strong repeat business
* Prospect and develop new business relationships to support growth targets
* Provide technical product advice and commercial support
* Prepare, issue, and follow up on quotes to ensure clients are supported from start to finish
* Use CRM tools to manage pipeline, track performance and ensure timely follow-up
* Keep up to date with new product ranges and market trends
What You’ll Bring
* Experience in a sales, account management or business development role (desk-based or field)
* Commercially aware and confident working to targets
* Personable, proactive, and motivated by building great relationships
* Organised and reliable – able to manage your own workload with autonomy
* A passion for the entertainment/events/production industry
* Good technical understanding of entertainment equipment (lighting, rigging, AV, staging etc.) - Highly Beneficial
If you're someone who enjoys working closely with clients, understands the tech, and thrives in a proactive environment — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and we’ll be in touch to discuss