Sales Account Manager Government

NECSWS; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software solutions company in the UK is seeking a motivated Junior Account Manager to join their dynamic sales and account management team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience in sales or customer service, focusing on building client relationships and supporting account growth. Responsibilities include managing assigned accounts, preparing sales documentation, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional client service. This role offers an excellent benefits package including private medical cover and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Cover

25 days paid holiday

Group Pension Plan with employer contributions

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of sales experience or relevant customer service experience.
• Experience in sales processes and client relationship management.
• Comfortable working with targets and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned client accounts and build professional relationships.
• Prepare quotes, proposals, and sales documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth account delivery.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Basic understanding of sales processes

Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Willingness to learn

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Come join us and make a difference in the world!

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Account Manager to support our sales and account management team. This role is ideal for someone with 1–2 years of sales experience who has a solid foundation but is eager to develop their skills in client relationship management, strategic selling, and account growth.

As a Junior Account Manager, you will help manage existing client accounts, support senior team members, and gradually take ownership of your own accounts as you grow in the role.

RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES:

• Support the management of assigned client accounts and build strong, professional relationships
• Assist in identifying client needs and recommending appropriate products or services
• Prepare quotes, proposals, and sales documentation
• Track account activity, sales performance, and client communications using CRM.
• Coordinate with internal teams (sales, marketing, operations, finance) to ensure smooth account delivery
• Handle client inquiries and resolve basic issues in a timely and professional manner
• Attend client meetings and calls alongside senior account managers and sales Management
• Help identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts
• Continuously learn product knowledge, sales techniques, and account management best practices

CRITERIA:

• Integrity
• Willingness to learn
• Teamwork
• Organised

Qualifications

PERSONAL QUALITIES, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Some experience in sales, customer service, or account support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of sales processes and customer relationship management
• Comfortable working with targets and performance metrics
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office , CRM systems
• Understanding of SAAS, IAAS and cloud solutions
• Understanding of Local government and the solutions they use/require
• Basic presentation or proposal-writing experience

Additional Information

We pride ourselves in offering an excellent benefits package, including an aboveaverage pension scheme. When you join the team at NEC Software Solutions, you are provided with the following:

• Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with the option to add family members at an additional cost)
• 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell (FTE)
• 4 x basic salarylife assurance coverfunded by NEC (with the option to increase cover at an additional cost)
• A Group Pension Plan with fantastic employer contributionsup to a maximum of 8.5%
• A selection of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs
• All colleagues get free access to LinkedIn Learning. Over 15000 courses covering a huge breadth of subjects. Learn about what you like, when you like, how you like.

Other Information

• Candidates must be able to demonstrate a pre‑existing right to work and travel within the UK. Documentary evidence will be required.
• All offers are subject to satisfactory vetting, references and occupational health checks.
• Depending on the nature of the role a DisclosureBarring Service (DBS) check may also be required along with further vetting checks like SC and NPPV3

Who We Are:

We’re NEC Software Solutions (part of global tech giant NEC Corporation). While you read this ad, our software is helping to dispatch ambulances, support families, keep trains on the move, locate missing people and even test the hearing of newborn babies.

Working with us, you’ll be helping our 3,000+ employees push the boundaries of what’s possible and support amazing public services.

We work with governments, hospitals, police forces, housing providers, local authorities and more. We help them pay financial support faster, speed up treatments for patients and respond to emergencies in the right way. The more we do, the more our customers can do for others. And together, we make a world of difference.

We’d love your help. And we’ll support you all the way.

NEC Software Solutions is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all communities. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs during the recruitment or interview process, please feel free to share these with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accommodating experience for all candidates.