Senior Account Manager - Public Sector (FTC)

NCC Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Account Manager to oversee high-value government accounts and lead client strategy. The role involves developing strategic plans, managing complex projects, and nurturing client relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in business development within the cybersecurity field and familiarity with government tender processes. Benefits include flexible working, generous holiday, and financial provisions.

Benefits

Flexible Working

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

MediCash & Critical Illness Scheme

Pension and Life Assurance

Community & Volunteering Programmes

Green Car Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Special Time Off

Generous family planning benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-value accounts and developing new business.
• Experience responding to government tenders.
• Familiarity with government frameworks such as G Cloud and CCS.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage high-value client accounts.
• Develop and execute strategic account development plans.
• Manage successful execution of complex projects.
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts.
• Mentor junior account managers.

Skills

Client relationship management

Strategic planning

Project management

Business development

Mentoring

Cybersecurity knowledge

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Senior Account Manager to manage high-value government accounts and lead client strategy. In this role, you will be responsible for nurturing relationships with key clients, overseeing complex projects, and driving account growth through strategic recommendations. You will collaborate with senior leadership and internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and long-term retention.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage high-value client accounts, acting as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Develop and execute strategic account development plans that align with client goals and objectives, ensuring long-term success.
• Manage the successful execution of complex projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations, timelines, and budgets.
• Identify opportunities for growth within existing accounts, presenting tailored solutions and services to increase revenue.
• Mentor junior account managers and support their professional development through guidance and training.
• Lead on active tenders and be responsible for the creation of artefacts required to support these new opportunities.
• Nurture and grow a number of business development accounts in the short-to-medium term.
• Demonstrable experience managing accounts and developing new business within the Cybersecurity or Complex Technology Solutions space.
• Experience in responding to government tenders.
• Familiarity with the main government frameworks such as G Cloud and CCS and of assessment criteria including the government Social Value model.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex accounts and drive client success.

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Company Values

• Focusing on Clients and Customers
• Working as One NCC
• Being Inclusive and Respectful
• Always Learning
• Delivers Brilliantly

Benefits

• Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
• Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• MediCash & Critical Illness Scheme
• Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
• Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
• Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco‑friendly car scheme.
• Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
• Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.