Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans)

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Account Executive in Derby, UK, focusing on new business development and client relationship management. Ideal candidates include former athletes or veterans, capable of thriving under pressure. This role offers an impactful career transition with significant support and training from Shift Group.

Qualifications

• Preferred: College/Pro/Olympic athletes or veterans.

Responsibilities

• New business development and closing new accounts.
• Account research and prospecting.
• Maintaining CRM and managing client relationships.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

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Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans), Derby

Client: Shift Group

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

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About the job

Account Executive

Location: United Kingdom

*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 the career transition platform for elite former athletes and military veterans. We help top-tier talent translate their skills—discipline, resilience, and leadership—into high-impact careers.

Through our training and coaching, candidates gain industry knowledge and professional skills to succeed in roles across sales, strategy, finance, product, and operations.

Why Us?

As former NCAA D1 and professional athletes and military veterans, we understand the transition. Our Unlock program offers training, mentorship, and a network to accelerate careers.

Hiring partners trust Shift Group for delivering motivated, coachable professionals ready to impact from day one.

Qualifications

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

Why can't I see the name of the company?

Shift Group collaborates with many companies seeking to hire former athletes and veterans, offering diverse opportunities beyond this posting. Upon joining Shift Group, you can explore all available roles.

*Shift Group provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics.