Account Executive (HF1352575)

Apprentify; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading onboarding programme

Comprehensive sales and professional开发

Job summary

Apprentify partners with a leading global logistics company to offer an Account Executive role in Watford. No prior logistics or sales experience is required, with comprehensive training, mentorship, and ongoing support from day one.

You will learn the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing and enjoy clear progression in a long-term career. You will build relationships with local businesses, manage opportunities through the entire process, and tailor logistics solutions that deliver value.

Qualifications

• Confident communicators who enjoy working with people.
• Full UK driving licence holders with access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local businesses through networking, referrals, and proactive outreach.
• Manage the full sales process from initial conversation through to closing new business.
• Meet clients face-to-face to understand their challenges and business goals.
• Recommend tailored logistics solutions that deliver value and efficiency.
• Demonstrate the company's market-leading digital platform.
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships.
• Build a healthy pipeline of opportunities and consistently work towards targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure an excellent customer experience.

Skills

Communication

Driving licence

Team player

Job description

Account Executive - No Previous Sales Experience Required

Location: Watford, Greater London

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Basic + £35,000 - £45,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission)

We're partnering with a leading global logistics company that helps businesses streamline their supply chains through an innovative digital platform. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire ambitious graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to learn, develop and build a rewarding long-term career. No previous logistics or sales experience is required. If you're motivated, curious, and ready to develop professionally, you'll receive comprehensive training, mentorship, and ongoing support from day one. The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international business as a 360 Account Executive. You'll gain hands-on exposure to the entire sales journey, from identifying opportunities and meeting clients to building long-term partnerships and closing deals. You'll work closely with businesses in your local area, helping them improve efficiency, reduce costs, and access tailored logistics solutions. With structured onboarding, dedicated coaching, and support from experienced sales leaders, you'll develop the skills, confidence, and commercial expertise needed to build a successful career.

Key Responsibilities

• Build relationships with local businesses through networking, referrals, and proactive outreach
• Manage the full sales process from initial conversation through to closing new business
• Meet clients face-to-face to understand their challenges and business goals
• Recommend tailored logistics solutions that deliver value and efficiency
• Demonstrate the company's market-leading digital platform
• Develop and maintain strong, long-term customer relationships
• Build a healthy pipeline of opportunities and consistently work towards targets
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure an excellent customer experience

About You This Opportunity Would Suit

• Recent graduates or professionals in the early stages of their career
• Individuals interested in sales, business development, account management, or client relationship management
• Confident communicators who enjoy working with people
• Self-motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop
• Team players who thrive in a collaborative environment
• Resilient and adaptable people with a positive attitude
• Candidates looking for clear progression and long-term career growth
• Full UK driving licence holders with access to a vehicle

What's on Offer

• £30,000 - £35,000 basic salary
• £35,000 - £45,000 uncapped OTE
• Industry-leading onboarding programme
• Comprehensive sales and professional development training
• Ongoing 1:1 coaching and mentoring
• Clear progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Exposure to international markets and clients
• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive culture
• Recognition and reward for performance and development
• The opportunity to build a long-term career within a growing business

Why Join? This isn't a typical graduate sales role.

You'll be joining an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, providing the training, support, and career opportunities needed to succeed. You'll be encouraged to bring your own personality and strengths to the role while developing valuable skills that will benefit you throughout your career.