Regional Account Director

SHL; Elmbridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global talent intelligence company in Elmbridge is seeking an experienced Account Director to drive strategic partnerships and account growth. You will build strong client relationships and implement effective growth strategies. The ideal candidate has proven account management experience and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive benefits package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Employee benefits package

On-the-job development

Flexible workplace

Qualifications

• Proven experience in account management or solution sales.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working with CRM tools (Salesforce preferred).

Responsibilities

• Drive account growth strategies focused on renewals and expansion.
• Build strong executive-level relationships with clients.
• Partner with Customer Engagement Managers on retention initiatives.

Skills

Account management experience

Stakeholder management

Strong communication skills

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description Technology…...or technology that breathes life into work? SHL, People Science. People Answers.

Join SHL in redefining the $10B Talent Intelligence market, unlocking new opportunities for growth and innovation. As organizations worldwide look to identify the skills of the future and the impact of AI, SHL can offer its clients end-to-end, data-driven workforce insights that power smarter people outcomes.

As our new Account Director , you’ll have the chance to guide strategic partnerships, uncover new opportunities for expansion and shape the future of SHL’s success. You’ll turn satisfied clients into long-term strategic partners and make a measurable impact across our global business.

An excellent benefits package is offered in a culture where career development, collaboration and diversity and inclusivity are all intrinsic to who we are. There’s no better time to join SHL as we continue our transformational growth journey. Hybrid working is available.

What you’ll be doing

• Drive the creation and implementation of account growth strategies focused on renewals and expansion
• Build strong executive-level relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to clients
• Partner with Customer Engagement Managers to align on retention and growth initiatives
• Navigate SHL’s full product suite to identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities
• Collaborate with pre-sales and solution experts to design impactful proposals
• Lead QBRs and strategic reviews showcasing SHL’s value and performance insights

What we’re looking for from you

Essential

• Proven experience in account management or solution sales
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience working with CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)
• Track record of strategic growth and client relationship building

Desirable

• Experience in SaaS or HR Tech
• Understanding of HR / talent lifecycle solutions
• Familiarity with consultative selling approaches
• Ability to lead C-suite presentations and negotiations

You must hold the relevant right-to-work documentation for this role.

About Us

• We unlock the possibilities of businesses through the power of people, science and technology.
• We started this industry of people insight more than 40 years ago and continue to lead the market with powerhouse product launches, ground-breaking science and business transformation.
• When you inspire and transform people’s lives, you will experience the greatest business outcomes possible. SHL’s products insights, experiences, and services can help achieve growth at scale.

What SHL can offer you

Diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility are key threads in the fabric of SHL’s business and culture (find out more about )

• Employee benefits package that takes care of you and your family.
• Support, coaching, and on-the-job development to achieve career success
• A fun and flexible workplace where you’ll be inspired to do your best work (find out more )
• The ability to transform workplaces around the world for others.

SHL is an equal opportunity employer. We support and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. We can, and do make adjustments to make sure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible.