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Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans)

JR United Kingdom

United Kingdom

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

12 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking an Account Executive who is a former athlete or veteran. This role focuses on new business development and relationship management, requiring a strong ability to work under pressure. The company is dedicated to helping elite talent transition into impactful careers, providing training and mentorship to ensure success. If you are driven and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team that values discipline and resilience, and take your career to the next level with a supportive network and proven strategies for success.

Preferred candidates are former athletes or veterans with strong relationship management skills.
Ability to work under pressure is essential for success in this role.

Develop new business and manage client relationships effectively.
Keep CRM updated with account information and performance metrics.

New Business Development

Closing New Business

Account Research and Prospecting

Relationship Building & Management

Performance Metrics & Tracking

Ability to work under pressure

College/Pro/Olympic Athletes or Veterans preferred

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Account Executive - (Former Athletes and Veterans), United Kingdom

Client:

Shift Group

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

13.04.2025

Expiry Date:

28.05.2025

Job Description:

About the job

Account Executive

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 go-to 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.

With our proven training and coaching, candidates gain the industry knowledge and professional acumen needed to thrive in roles across sales, strategy, finance, product, and operations.

Why Us?

We’ve been in your shoes. As former NCAA D1 and professional athletes, as well as military veterans, we know what it takes to transition successfully into business. Our Unlock program goes beyond job placement—it equips candidates with real-world training, expert mentorship, and a powerful network to accelerate their careers.

Hiring partners trust Shift Group because we deliver coachable, driven professionals who are ready to make an impact from day one.

Qualifications

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

*Shift Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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