Sales Account Executive

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HR and Financial Technology sector seeks a Sales Account Executive in Sheffield. This role offers a chance to drive business growth and introduce novel solutions to clients. Candidates should have a solid sales background, ideally in B2B tech, and a proactive approach to sales.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of sales experience, preferably in B2B tech or enterprise software.
• Experience selling SaaS solutions to professional services firms is a plus.
• Excellent communication, listening, writing, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote innovative solutions and educate the market.
• Manage the full sales cycle and exceed sales targets.
• Build relationships and navigate client objections.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Lead Generation

Negotiation

Sales Strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

Hunter.io

Microsoft Office

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Sales Account Executive, sheffield, south yorkshire

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Client:

JGA Recruitment Group

Location:

sheffield, south yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Remote

Contract: Permanent

Join an innovative startup in the HR and Financial Technology sector that’s revolutionizing the global payroll landscape.

We are seeking a highly driven and self-motivated Sales Account Executive to join a fast-paced Sales & Business Development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to drive the growth of the business while making a significant impact on a groundbreaking product. You will be at the forefront of introducing the unique solution to new markets, building lasting relationships with clients, and helping shape the future of both our company and the industry as a whole. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an agile, no-hierarchy environment with the potential for rapid career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote our innovative solutions and educate the market on our unique value propositions.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial client engagement and discovery calls to pitching, proposal development, negotiations, and closing deals.
• Generate new business through prospecting, leveraging your network and strategic outreach via email, phone, LinkedIn, and other channels.
• Research target accounts, identify decision-makers, and cultivate strong, long-term relationships with key clients.
• Navigate and overcome client objections, ensuring effective problem-solving and client satisfaction.
• Meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets to contribute to company growth.
• Collaborate with the broader team to refine our offerings based on client feedback, ensuring we remain a leader in the industry.

Ideal Candidate:

• 2-3 years of sales experience, preferably within the B2B tech or enterprise software space.
• Experience selling SaaS solutions to professional service firms (accounting, consulting, law firms, etc.) is a plus.
• Previous experience of working in a start-up environment.
• A self-starter with a proven track record of generating leads, managing opportunities, and closing sales at various executive levels within target organisations.
• Able to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment, with a hands-on, collaborative approach.
• Excellent communication, listening, writing, and presentation skills.
• Proficient with sales tools and CRM platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Hunter.io, Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Previous experience in a startup environment is highly valued.
• Experience with sales training and familiarity with the Challenger Sales methodology is a plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.

If you're passionate about sales, excited to work with cutting-edge technology, and looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact in an emerging industry, we want to hear from you!

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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