Account Development Executive, Education Technology

We are working with a leading UK education technology business that provides software to schools, academies and multi-academy trusts.
   
They are looking for an ambitious Account Development Executive to join their successful education sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with BDR, SDR or account development experience who wants to build a long-term career in EdTech sales.

Job description

The role will focus on generating qualified opportunities across both prospective and existing customers. You will work closely with experienced Field Account Executives, developing relationships with key decision-makers and supporting the growth of accounts across the South of England.

The role:

* Generate qualified sales opportunities across new and existing education customers
* Build relationships with stakeholders in schools, academies and multi-academy trusts
* Carry out proactive outbound prospecting by phone, Teams, email and other channels
* Identify opportunities within strategic and existing customer accounts
* Qualify inbound enquiries and arrange high-quality meetings for the field sales team
* Maintain accurate CRM records and manage follow-up activity
* Build strong knowledge of the education sector and the company’s software solutions
* Work closely with Field Account Executives to support territory growth

Requirements

About you:

* Previous experience in business development, sales development or account development
* A track record of generating qualified sales opportunities
* Confident engaging customers and prospects over the phone and online
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
* Organised, proactive and comfortable working towards targets
* Experience using a CRM to manage activity and opportunities
* Keen to develop into a field-based Account Executive role
* Education or EdTech experience would be useful, although it is not essential

What’s on offer:

* A clear progression route into field sales
* Comprehensive onboarding, training and ongoing coaching
* The opportunity to work alongside experienced Field Account Executives
* A supportive and successful sales environment
* Competitive base salary and commission package
* Excellent long-term career development opportunities

For a confidential discussion, please contact Ben Rose at BR Search.