Trainee Account Manager – Communications Tech

About the role

This graduate‑level position offers an entry point into account management within a fast‑growing communications technology company. You will start by learning the product suite and market, supporting senior colleagues, and gradually taking ownership of smaller accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the company’s technology offering and the market landscape.
• Assist senior account managers with up‑selling and cross‑selling activities across larger enterprise accounts.
• Independently manage and grow lower‑spend accounts, handling the full sales cycle.
• Prospect new business using LinkedIn, strategic email outreach and other lead‑generation techniques.
• Build strong relationships with clients, understand their needs and propose appropriate solutions.
• After 9‑12 months, meet clients face‑to‑face and take full responsibility for the business relationship.

Required profile

• University degree (any discipline).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and a self‑motivated attitude.
• Ambitious, determined and eager to succeed in a sales environment.

Required skills

• Proficiency with LinkedIn for prospecting.
• Effective email outreach and CRM documentation.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary of £22,000 per year with uncapped OTE.
• Comprehensive internal and external training programmes.
• Clear progression path from trainee to senior account manager and beyond.
• Regular social events, charity activities and incentive holiday trips.
• Performance‑linked bonus schemes and a pension plan.