Area Account Executive

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company seeks an Account Manager to oversee 300 accounts valued at £1m-£3m. The role involves driving customer retention, managing relationships, and maintaining Salesforce records. Previous sales experience in waste management and advanced relationship management skills are crucial. Competitive salary, company car/allowance, and great benefits included.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Mental and physical health resources

One paid day off for volunteering

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous sales and/or account management experience in the waste management industry.
• Advanced relationship management and communication skills are necessary.
• Experience delivering professional presentations required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 300 accounts worth £1m-£3m.
• Drive customer retention and account growth.
• Maintain accurate Salesforce records of customer communications.

Skills

Sales and account management experience

Relationship management

Financial acumen

Presentation skills

Team player with enthusiasm for environment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio of approximately 300 accounts worth £1m-£3m in annual gross sales revenue
• Drive customer retention and account growth across allocated portfolio
• Manage business relationships focused on retention, solution development, and growth
• Develop and maintain strong internal relationships with Customer Experience, Sales and Operations teams
• Manage customer renewals in accordance with internal governance processes
• Maintain accurate Salesforce records of all customer communications and activities
• Resolve disputes with Customer Credit Control team and manage debt levels
• Provide timely, professional responses to customer enquiries and minimise service failures
• Identify and develop cross‑selling opportunities within energy and water businesses
• Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous sales and/or account management experience in waste management industry preferable
• Advanced relationship management and communication skills
• Financial acumen and proficient financial management capabilities
• Experience delivering professional presentations
• Self‑driven team player with enthusiasm for environment, sustainability, and circular economy
• UK driving licence essential as extensive travel is required

Company Mission

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Equal Opportunity

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long‑term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Job Details

Salary: Competitive plus bonus and company car / allowance and excellent Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Duration: 12‑month fixed‑term contract

Location: Central London Depot (Walbrook Wharf), with frequent travel across the City of London and Central London

Benefits

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential