Business Development Manager Account Manager IT MSP Sales

Applause IT Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment firm in Sheffield seeks a Business Development Manager / Account Manager to manage key client relationships and drive sales growth across cloud, cyber security, and managed services. The successful candidate will have over 3 years of experience in IT sales, a track record of meeting sales targets, and strong communication skills. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, uncapped commission, and opportunities for career progression in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Pension and healthcare

Professional development and certification support

Hybrid working

Supportive culture with opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 3+ years in IT sales / account management, 5+ years for Senior.
• Record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Experience handling multiple accounts or complex sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Manage key client relationships and develop new business.
• Deliver innovative technology solutions across various sectors.
• Lead full sales cycles from prospecting to closing.

Skills

IT sales / account management

Understanding of IT solutions

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Proficiency in CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Business Development Manager / Account Manager (Hybrid) – IT Managed Services

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Commutable from Nottingham, Derby, Barnsley, Worksop, Rotherham, Doncaster (M1 corridor required). Hybrid working.

Salary & Rewards

• Account Manager: £35,000‑£50,000 basic
• Senior Account Manager: £40,000‑£60,000 basic
• Uncapped commission + performance bonuses! Commission at 10% of GP rising to 15%.
• Clear progression pathways into senior, enterprise, or leadership positions.

About the Role

Applause IT is working with an established multi‑office IT technology VAR looking to grow its IT sales team. You will manage key client relationships, develop new business, and deliver innovative technology solutions across cloud, cyber security, infrastructure and managed services.

We are open to strong Account Managers and Business Development Managers ready to step up – or proven Senior Account Managers (Account Director Level) experienced in leading complex deals and shaping account strategy.

Client & Account Management

• Act as the primary contact for key accounts, building long‑term relationships.
• Understand client objectives and map relevant IT solutions to their needs.
• Provide informed, strategic advice on technology trends and opportunities.

Sales & Business Development

• Develop and execute account plans to exceed revenue targets.
• Identify and convert new opportunities across existing and new customers.
• Lead full sales cycles from prospecting through to closing.
• Negotiate high‑value deals (senior level).

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work with technical, marketing, and delivery teams to ensure seamless solution delivery.
• Prepare proposals, quotes and product demos.
• Resolve client issues effectively.
• Mentor junior sales colleagues (senior level).

Strategy, Forecasting & Reporting

• Maintain accurate CRM and pipeline records.
• Provide sales forecasts and performance updates.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity.

Skills & Experience

• 3+ years in IT sales / account management (5+ for Senior).
• Good understanding of IT solutions: cloud, cyber security, infrastructure, networking, managed services.
• Demonstrable record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Experience handling multiple accounts or complex sales cycles.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with public and private sector clients.
• Vendor certifications (AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, etc.) preferred at Senior grade.
• Strategic, proactive and commercially astute mindset.
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced, target‑driven environment.
• Able to travel to client sites; driving may be required depending on territory.

Benefits

Pension & healthcare
Professional development and certification support
Hybrid working
Supportive culture with opportunities for progression

Send CV now to find out more.