Graduate Account Manager | Education

The Opportunity Hub UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Opportunity Hub UK is seeking a Graduate Account Manager to join a mission-driven organization focused on reducing educational inequality. In this role, you will manage educational accounts and collaborate with schools, tutors, and local authorities to ensure high-quality service delivery. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance to develop valuable skills in the education sector while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to make a meaningful difference

Career development opportunities

Experience with Local Authorities

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, time management, and communication abilities.
• Strong business acumen with analytical and statistical capabilities.
• Understanding of GDPR, safeguarding, and Equality and Diversity.

Responsibilities

• Manage educational accounts and relationships with stakeholders.
• Prepare detailed reports and lead meetings with account contacts.
• Recruit and support tutors while maintaining account budgets.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Business Writing

Knowledge of Educational Frameworks

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

Graduate Account Manager

Bridging Educational Futures in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 + Bonus

Are you a dynamic graduate ready to make a meaningful impact in the education sector? The Opportunity Hub UK is seeking a dedicated Graduate Account Manager to join a forward-thinking education organisation committed to reducing inequality in education. Company overview This established education provider is on a mission to close the inequality gap by delivering inclusive educational services across the UK. Based in Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, this agile team works directly with Local Authorities to provide exceptional educational support for children in schools. As a Graduate Account Manager, you'll be at the heart of their operations, ensuring seamless service delivery while building strong relationships with stakeholders.

Job overview

The Graduate Account Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a purpose-driven environment. You'll be responsible for managing educational accounts, working with various stakeholders including schools, tutors, and local authorities. The successful Graduate Account Manager will balance relationship building with analytical skills to ensure educational services are delivered to the highest standard.

Here's what you'll be doing:

- Creating compelling proposals for new accounts and supporting bid writers in business development
- Building and maintaining relationships with all account stakeholders
- Managing enquiries from schools, tutors, and parents for assigned accounts
- Preparing detailed reports and communicating essential information
- Leading meetings with account contacts and ensuring KPIs are consistently met
- Managing account budgets and funding allocation Evaluating and monitoring progress across all accounts
- Developing and updating process documentation Recruiting, onboarding, and supporting tutors
- Conducting tutor assessments and providing constructive feedback
- Sourcing and allocating appropriate tutors to contracts
- Supporting tutors with lesson planning and communication

Here are the skills you'll need:

- Excellent interpersonal, time management, and communication abilities
- Collaborative approach and engagement skills
- Commitment to confidentiality and data protection
- Understanding of GDPR, safeguarding, Equality and Diversity, and PREVENT policies
- Strong business acumen with analytical and statistical capabilities
- Professional business writing skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Knowledge of curriculum and educational frameworks
- Understanding of Special Educational Needs
- Ideally 2+ years of account or relationship management experience (although graduate applications are welcome) Work Permissions You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

- Competitive salary package for Graduate Account Manager positions
- Opportunity to make a genuine difference in educational outcomes
- Working with a best in class team of education professionals
- Career development in a growing sector
- Valuable experience working directly with Local Authorities
- Chance to develop both commercial and educational expertise

Pursuing a career as a Graduate Account Manager in the education sector offers significant rewards beyond just professional development. You'll be contributing to reducing educational inequality while gaining invaluable experience across account management, stakeholder relations, and educational delivery. This Graduate Account Manager role provides an excellent foundation for a meaningful career pathway in either commercial education or the broader public sector education space.