Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans)

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Account Executive in Nottingham, focused on new business development and relationship management. Ideal candidates are former athletes or military veterans, bringing skills like resilience and discipline to a dynamic sales environment. Training and mentorship opportunities are available through Shift Group, ensuring a smooth career transition.

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates include college, professional, or Olympic athletes and veterans.
• Must demonstrate ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage new business development, closing, and account research.
• Maintain CRM and build relationships with clients.
• Track performance metrics.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

College/Pro/Olympic Athletes or Veterans preferred

Job description

Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans), Nottingham

Client: Shift Group

Location: Nottingham, 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

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
• Maintaining CRM
• Relationship Building & Management
• Performance Metrics & Tracking

What is Shift Group?

Shift Group is a career transition platform for elite former athletes and military veterans. We help top-tier talent translate skills like discipline, resilience, and leadership into impactful careers.

Our training and coaching provide industry knowledge and professional skills for roles in sales, strategy, finance, product, and operations.

Why Us?

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

We deliver motivated, trainable professionals to our hiring partners who are ready to make an impact from day one.

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Shift Group collaborates with numerous companies seeking to hire former athletes and veterans. Once you join, you'll explore various opportunities beyond this posting.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.