National Growth & Accounts Lead: Drive Strategic Growth

Extension Recruitment; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK business in Gateshead is seeking a National Growth and Accounts Lead to drive strategic growth and manage key national client relationships. This senior role involves leading an accounts team to deliver exceptional results, developing new business opportunities, and ensuring the success of client-focused solutions. Candidates should have experience in account management and strong leadership skills, along with a strategic mindset. Benefits include a competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 with car allowance, a bonus scheme, and comprehensive healthcare.

Benefits

Car Allowance and salary sacrifice car scheme

Bonus Scheme

Life Assurance

Healthcare Scheme

Staff discounts

33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience in national/key account management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A track record of driving growth and leading teams.
• Strategic thinking and market awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the national accounts function, setting clear targets and KPIs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver client-focused solutions.
• Monitor financial performance and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

National/key account management

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Market awareness

Job description

A well-established UK business in Gateshead is seeking a National Growth and Accounts Lead to drive strategic growth and manage key national client relationships. This senior role involves leading an accounts team to deliver exceptional results, developing new business opportunities, and ensuring the success of client-focused solutions. Candidates should have experience in account management and strong leadership skills, along with a strategic mindset. Benefits include a competitive salary of £65,000 - £70,000 with car allowance, a bonus scheme, and comprehensive healthcare.