A leading national provider of void property, site security maintenance and lone worker protection is hiring a Regional Account Manager to develop new business opportunities within its existing customer base in the South -East area.   

Due to continued growth and a multitude of new opportunities our client is seeking an experienced Regional Account Manager to proactively identify, develop and secure new business opportunities within their existing client base and to provide support to new business activities.  

If you are looking for a rewarding new career with a forward thinking, supportive and dynamic organisation, please do read on.

Applicants would not need to possess any void property, lone worker or site security sales experience however a strong history of account management and development and sales a is a must. Ideally you to be based within an hour from Worthing and be able to travel extensively across the south – cost area.

The Regional Account Manager will report to the Head of Operations and Sales Director and work as part of an agile regional team. A full detailed and structured ongoing training and self-development programme is available to the successful candidate.  

What are they offering?

• Salary to £40K
• An existing pipeline that needs converting
• Car/allowance, great career prospects, OTE £70K+ (year 1)
• Fast-growing business with an existing client base to leverage new opportunities from.

What are they asking for?

• A strong and successful sales/account management background is needed – solutions sales is ideal.
• Any service sector knowledge or security-related sales experience sector would be useful- e.g. manned guarding, security, cleaning, FM, outsourced services, reception, concierge services, recruitment, vacant/void Property, CCTV or Fire
• Ability to cost opportunities identified and a quality presenter ability to close.
• Persuasive and credible with the ability to sell concepts and ideas by gaining commitment.
• Ability to quickly develop rapport but can overcome barriers to win business.
• Ability to forge and maintain relationships over the telephone and face-to-face.
• Organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• Must hold a valid full UK driving licence.
• Focuses on results and aims to deliver an extraordinary performance.

Responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities for growth within new clients and execute strategy.
• Generate growth by keen networking and developing identified clients.
• Achieving financial sales targets across both new and existing clients.
• Retain a strong understanding of current operations, competitor positions and market trends.
• Attend relevant trade events and actively pursue networking opportunities within the sector.