Account Relationship Manager Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 (OTE £42,000 – £45,000) DOE Darlington, NorthEast Shape Success for Businesses & Learners! Are you passionate about making a tangible difference to businesses and the lives of learners? Why Choose This Top Employer - Voted one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work 2024, our client offer a thriving environment with benefits including: * Career Development: Excellent opportunities for advancement with clear career paths, comprehensive training, ongoing support, and personalised professional development investments (including public speaking and presentation skills coaching). * Culture & Work-Life Balance: A positive and supportive atmosphere with regular social events, a 4.5-day working week with an early Friday finish, a generous holiday allowance (starting at 25 days and increasing with service), no weekend or Bank Holiday work, full office closure over the Christmas and New Year period, an additional annual "Life Event Day," and a holiday buy/sell scheme. * Health & Wellbeing: Free, confidential mental health support, access to wellbeing initiatives (including sessions with specialists), discounted local gym memberships, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave (after a qualifying period). * Recognition & Engagement: A reward scheme for excellent work, regular team breakfasts, competitions, engagement days, and an annual Volunteer Day (Volunteer for a charity/cause you care about) Our Darlington based "Outstanding" Training Provider are looking for driven individuals to join their sales team as Account Relationship Managers (various levels). This office-based role offers the possibility of hybrid working after probationary period. Tina Lacey Recruitment is partnering with a leading "Outstanding" Training Provider in the skills and employability sector, seeking enthusiastic Account Relationship Managers at all levels to join their dynamic team in Darlington! If you're driven to nurture client relationships, support impactful learning journeys, and identify opportunities for growth, this is your chance to join a company that truly values its people and their contribution. With clear progression from Account Manager to Senior Account Manager, you'll have the opportunity to expand your responsibilities and earning potential. Your Role, Your Impact: * Account Manager: You'll be the cornerstone of client relationships, ensuring exceptional service and identifying avenues for growth within a portfolio of SME accounts. Your focus will be on achieving 4 apprenticeship starts per month while supporting learner success. * Senior Account Manager: You'll be a leader in account management, taking ownership of more complex relationships and proactively identifying strategic opportunities. Your expertise will guide junior team members and contribute to overall team success, with a target of 5 apprenticeship starts per month. Key to Your Success: * Proactively managing and growing relationships with SME employers. * Serving as the primary point of contact and a trusted advisor. * Identifying and pursuing opportunities for progressions, upselling, and cross-selling. * Collaborating effectively with internal teams to resolve issues and support learners. * Maintaining accurate records and contributing to a positive team culture. What We're Looking For: * A natural talent for building strong and lasting relationships. * Experience in account management, customer success, sales, or recruitment. * A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges. * Excellent organisational and time-management skills. * The ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. * Strong communication and negotiation abilities. * A genuine desire to help others achieve their goals and deliver outstanding service. Ready to shape success for businesses and learners while advancing your own career? Apply now and let us know whether you're interested in the Account Manager or Senior Account Manager level! Send your CV to Tina Lacey Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to the skills, training and employability sectors nationwide. We are committed to giving full free pre-interview advice and guidance right throughout the interview process