Account Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Account Manager to join their team in the East Midlands. This role involves developing key accounts, pursuing new business opportunities, and managing client relationships within the construction sector. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a background in similar roles, and a genuine interest in technical products. A competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £48,000, along with benefits such as bonuses and a company car, is offered.

Benefits

Competitive bonus scheme

Company car

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free Tool Hire

Learning & Development opportunities

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Ability to identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Interest in technical products with basic engineering principles.
• Valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop existing key accounts and pursue new opportunities.
• Engage with construction projects and showcase product solutions.
• Build strong internal relationships and continuously grow skills.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Sales ability

Negotiation skills

Self-motivated

Job description

Our clientis a leading supplier of mechanical and electrical press fittings, as well as low-level access solutions, serving the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical sectors across the UK. They provide reliable, high-quality products designed to meet the demands of modern construction and installation projects. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, they aim to deliver exceptional service, expert support, and tailored solutions for every client.

They are currently looking for an Account Manager to join their team, based in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will come from a construction or rental market-related background, with a proven ability to build strong client relationships, understand customer needs, and drive business growth. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic, customer-focused business that values excellence, innovation, and long-term partnerships.

Account Manager Job Overview

• This role suits a driven and determined individual who can consistently exceed targets by developing existing key accounts, pursuing new opportunities, and managing national clients.
• You'll use your proven sales ability to engage with construction projects, showcasing product solutions that boost efficiency, enhance safety, and support best practices.
• We're seeking someone who is keen to learn about the business, build strong internal relationships, and continuously grow their own skills and knowledge over time.

Account Manager Job Requirements

• Experience in a similar role
• Demonstrated ability to identify and convert new business opportunities, including growing sub-contractor spend on large-scale construction projects within a defined region.
• A genuine interest in technical products and the ability to grasp basic engineering principles is desirable.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to manage your own diary, pipeline, and territory effectively.
• Comfortable working to sales targets and KPIs, with a proactive approach to account development and retention.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel throughout the assigned area as needed.

Account Manager Salary & Benefits

• 40,000- 48,000 basic salary dependant on experience
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Company car
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• A variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• Mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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