Trainee Account Manager (No Degree Required)

About the role

Join a fast‑growing communications‑technology company as a Trainee Account Manager in Newcastle Upon Tyne. You will work evenings (1:30 pm‑7:30 pm) supporting senior colleagues and gradually taking ownership of smaller accounts.

Key responsibilities

• Learn the company’s product portfolio and market positioning.
• Assist senior account managers with up‑selling and cross‑selling activities.
• Independently manage lower‑spend accounts and drive new business through prospecting, LinkedIn outreach and strategic emails.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and understand their needs to propose suitable solutions.
• After 9‑12 months, meet clients face‑to‑face and take full responsibility for business relationships.

Required profile

• Educated to degree level.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and self‑motivation.
• Ambitious, determined and eager to succeed in a sales environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive basic salary of £22,000 per year with higher on‑target earnings.
• Comprehensive internal and external training.
• Clear progression path from trainee to senior account manager.
• Bonus and incentive schemes, pension, and regular social/charity events.
• Opportunities for incentive holidays.