Account Executive
Department: Sales
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Remote - UK
Reporting To: Head of Sales
Compensation: £35,000 - £40,000 / year
Description
Leading the way in electric vehicle charging, we've been at the forefront of adoption in the UK since 2009. With over 250,000 charge points installed so far, out of a total of 1 million in the UK, we make EV ownership simple and affordable.
Partnering with top automotive brands like Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW and Kia, as well as energy leaders such as EDF and Centrica, we’ve earned accolades such as the 'Which? - Trusted Trader' award and 'Best for Value, Home EV Chargers - What Car?'
Pod is the next evolution of Pod Point. As electrification becomes everyday, Pod is here to help build a brighter future for society by managing the flow of energy, making it affordable, accessible, and for the benefit of everyone. With 250,000 customers already trusting us to be at the heart of their EV life, we see Pod playing a leading role in the UK’s increasingly electrified future. Our focus is on powering not just homes and vehicles, but local communities and social progress.
Our Ways of Working
Due to the nature of this role, you are required to be based in the North of England. This role will be predominantly field based, out on the road – travelling 30-60 minutes from your home address, as such, this role comes with a company car.
Join the EVolution:
In this position, you’ll be joining the sales team within our workplace division, reporting directly to the Head of Sales. Your main responsibilities will include:
- Proactively selling Pod's EV charging solutions to target customers across various sectors
- Creating and communicating compelling value propositions that demonstrate the benefits of our charging solutions
- Building and maintaining a pipeline of qualified sales opportunities, driving new business through direct sales efforts
- Being a key player in contributing to Pod’s growth and market presence
- Working closely with Pod’s internal teams, sharing insights and collaborating to deliver exceptional client experiences
- Conducting in-person meetings with prospective and existing clients; travel is required five days a week
- Collaborate with internal teams including marketing, product development, and customer support
Electrify us with your skills:
To succeed in this role, you’ll ideally bring experience in direct, or indirect sales, within technology, renewable energy, automotive, or other relevant industries.
Plus, we'd like to see:
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long term client relationships
- B2B (Business to Business) sales experience
- Results-oriented and self-motivated, with a drive to exceed targets
- Demonstrable experience within a similar sales role, ideally within renewable energy, technology or automotive
- Ability to understand technical product offerings and communicate value propositions effectively to non-technical stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using sales enablement platforms, including CRM tools, to manage pipelines and sales activities
Perks that spark joy:
- Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
- Pod Incentive / Bonus Scheme
- Company Car
- Access for you and up to 5 family/friends to the 'UnMind' wellbeing platform
- Flexible hybrid working model
- Work abroad for up to 20 days per year
- Salary Sacrifice EV Scheme and free Pod Point
- Family & friend discount scheme
- 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
- Very generous parental and family leave
- Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution
- Eyecare scheme
- Life insurance covering up to 4x your annual salary
- Virtual GP provided by HealthHero
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Mortgage Advice
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Cycle2Work Scheme
Important Information:
You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Your privacy is important to us, all information shared will be handled according to our
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