Account Executive (New Business), HARRIS HILL

Guardian Jobs; London; Hybrid; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity organization seeks a proactive Account Executive to drive business growth and enhance workplace inclusion. This role offers the chance to engage with diverse organizations, promoting valuable resources for HR and Diversity & Inclusion leaders. You will thrive in a mission-driven environment while managing client relationships and supporting marketing strategies. With a competitive salary and a flexible working culture, this is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about social impact and business development. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in inclusive workplace practices across the UK.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Health and wellbeing benefits

Pension contributions

Flexible working culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales or account management.
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence in liaising at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Identify and research new business leads and convert prospects into members.
• Manage onboarding process for new members and ensure smooth client experience.

Skills

B2B Sales

Account Management

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Account Executive – New Business Focus (Charity Sector)
Salary: £32,682 (including Inner London Weighting Allowance)
Location: London (Hybrid – minimum two days per week in office)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)

A leading national charity is seeking a driven and proactive Account Executive to help grow the membership of a well-established employer forum that supports inclusive workplace practices across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong interest in business development, relationship management, and social impact. Working within a commercial team (not fundraising), you will help organisations adopt resources that support carers in the workplace by engaging with HR and Diversity & Inclusion leaders across sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and research new business leads, converting prospects into members
• Engage directly with client organisations to promote the forum’s value proposition
• Manage the onboarding process for new members and ensure a smooth client experience
• Support retention through excellent customer service and client support
• Contribute to marketing and communication strategies, including content creation and event support

About You:

• Proven experience in B2B sales, new business generation, or account management
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in liaising at all levels
• A proactive and organised self-starter who can manage competing priorities
• Understanding of, or interest in, HR and workplace inclusion is desirable
• Comfortable working in a mission-led environment with commercial goals

What’s on Offer:

• A competitive salary of £32,682 (inclusive of ILW)
• A flexible and supportive working culture, with two days per week in the central London office
• Generous holiday allowance, including extra days over Christmas and New Year
• Health and wellbeing benefits, pension contributions, and more

Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday 28th May.
Please note: Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient suitable applications are received. Early application is strongly encouraged.

To apply, please submit your CV and a short covering statement outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.

For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill [e-mail]

Please note, due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.