Account Executive – New Business Focus (Charity Sector)
Salary: £32,682 (including Inner London Weighting Allowance)
Location: London (Hybrid – minimum two days per week in office)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
A leading national charity is seeking a driven and proactive Account Executive to help grow the membership of a well-established employer forum that supports inclusive workplace practices across the UK.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong interest in business development, relationship management, and social impact. Working within a commercial team (not fundraising), you will help organisations adopt resources that support carers in the workplace by engaging with HR and Diversity & Inclusion leaders across sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify and research new business leads, converting prospects into members
* Engage directly with client organisations to promote the forum’s value proposition
* Manage the onboarding process for new members and ensure a smooth client experience
* Support retention through excellent customer service and client support
* Contribute to marketing and communication strategies, including content creation and event support
About You:
* Proven experience in B2B sales, new business generation, or account management
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in liaising at all levels
* A proactive and organised self-starter who can manage competing priorities
* Understanding of, or interest in, HR and workplace inclusion is desirable
* Comfortable working in a mission-led environment with commercial goals
What’s on Offer:
* A competitive salary of £32,682 (inclusive of ILW)
* A flexible and supportive working culture, with two days per week in the central London office
* Generous holiday allowance, including extra days over Christmas and New Year
* Health and wellbeing benefits, pension contributions, and more
Closing date: ASAP
Please note: Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient suitable applications are received. Early application is strongly encouraged.
To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.
For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill on hannah.laking@harrishill.co.uk
Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion
Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.