Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans)

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Account Executive focused on empowering former athletes and veterans in their career transitions. The role includes new business development and managing client relationships. Successful candidates will leverage their unique backgrounds to succeed in high-impact sales roles.

Qualifications

• Preferred background for candidates includes experience as athletes or veterans.
• Ability to perform under pressure is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business opportunities and close deals.
• Conduct account research and maintain CRM systems.

Skills

Business Development

Relationship Building

Prospecting

Education

College/Pro/Olympic Athlete or Veteran

Job description

Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans), Exeter

Client: Shift Group

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

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

About Shift Group

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

We provide training, coaching, and a network to help candidates succeed in roles across sales, strategy, finance, and more.

Why Choose Us?

As former NCAA D1, professional athletes, and military veterans, we understand your transition. Our Unlock program offers real-world training, mentorship, and career acceleration.

Employers trust Shift Group to deliver motivated, coachable professionals 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 many companies seeking to hire former athletes and veterans, providing diverse opportunities beyond this listing. Upon joining, you can explore all available roles.

Shift Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination and harassment in the workplace.