Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career transition platform is seeking an Account Executive in Edinburgh, focusing on new business development and building relationships with clients. Ideal candidates are former athletes or military veterans, bringing strong skills in resilience and leadership. Join a dynamic team dedicated to impactful career transitions.

Qualifications

• Preference for college/professional athletes or military veterans.
• Strong ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and close deals.
• Conduct account research and prospecting.
• Maintain CRM and manage client relationships.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Preferred background in College/Pro/Olympic sports or military

Job description

Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans), Edinburgh

Client:

Shift Group

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

About the job

Account Executive

Location: United Kingdom

Note: This posting was created on behalf of one of Shift Group's clients.

Key Responsibilities

• New Business Development
• Closing New Business
• Account Research and Prospecting
• Keeping CRM up to Date
• Relationship Building & Management
• Performance Metrics & Tracking

What is Shift Group?

Shift Group is a career transition platform for elite former athletes and military veterans, helping them translate skills like discipline, resilience, and leadership into high-impact careers.

Why Us?

As former NCAA D1, professional athletes, and military veterans, we understand the transition process. Our Unlock program provides real-world training, mentorship, and a network to accelerate careers, beyond just job placement. We deliver professionals who are ready to impact from day one.

Qualifications

• College/Pro/Olympic Athletes or Veterans preferred
• Ability to work under pressure

Additional Information

Shift Group works with numerous companies seeking to hire former athletes and veterans, offering a variety of opportunities. Once you join, you can explore all available roles.

Note: Shift Group provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, regardless of protected characteristics.