Account development executive

Job Description

Account Development Executive

Location: Ellesmere Port
Salary: £23,000 Basic (negotiable depending on experience) + Uncapped Commission
Realistic OTE: £40,000 - £60,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
Office Based

About Us

As a result of continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Account Development Executive to join our team in Ellesmere Port.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, growing business with a long-standing team and excellent earning potential. We offer a supportive, friendly working environment where people are trusted to perform without constant supervision or micromanagement.

Importantly, there is no cold calling as this role is calling existing businesses to discuss new opportunities.

The Role

You will be responsible for developing relationships with existing business customers and re-engaging companies that have previously used our services.

The business has built a substantial customer base over the years, creating significant opportunities for someone who enjoys relationship-led sales and account development.

You'll identify upcoming vehicle requirements, build long-term partnerships and generate repeat business from an established customer portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Contacting existing and previous business customers
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Identifying new leasing opportunities within existing accounts
• Re-engaging inactive customers
• Managing a pipeline of business opportunities
• Providing quotations and leasing solutions
• Delivering exceptional customer service throughout the sales process
• Achieving and exceeding sales targets

Who Could Be Right For This Role?

Direct Industry Pro

You have experience within vehicle leasing and understand how to manage business accounts, develop customer relationships and generate repeat revenue. Existing B2B contacts would be a significant advantage.

Adjacent Market Expert

You may come from fleet management, commercial vehicles, automotive retail, asset finance, motor finance or another consultative B2B sales environment. You understand relationship management and can identify opportunities within an existing customer base.

Sales Star

You have a strong track record in B2B sales and account management, even if you've never worked in vehicle leasing. You know how to build trust, uncover customer needs and generate repeat business through excellent relationship management.

What We're Looking For

• Previous B2B sales or account management experience
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Commercial awareness and consultative sales approach
• Self-motivated and target-driven mindset
• Ability to manage and develop customer accounts
• Vehicle leasing experience desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• £23,000 basic salary
• Realistic OTE of £40,000 - £60,000
• Uncapped commission structure
• No cold calling
• Existing customer base to develop
• Monday to Friday working hours
• No weekends
• 35-hour working week
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• No micromanagement culture
• Stable business with exceptional staff retention
• Long-term career opportunities

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