Sales Associate

About the role

We are partnering with a boutique advisory firm that helps high‑growth UK businesses navigate complex R&D tax matters. This is a relationship‑driven account‑management position, not a cold‑calling sales role, focused on building long‑term partnerships with accountancy firms.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of accountancy firm relationships, becoming the go‑to contact within your network.
• Build and maintain a target list of firms, researching their client base and sector focus.
• Engage partners and senior stakeholders through thoughtful, professional outreach.
• Support and attend client meetings alongside senior consultants.
• Coordinate introductions between accountants, their clients, and technical specialists.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and track engagement and referrals.
• Learn and apply consultative sales techniques; no hard selling.

Required profile

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Proactive, organised and able to work independently in a hybrid environment.
• Willingness to undergo full training in R&D tax advisory services.
• Ability to understand and convey complex information to non‑technical stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary up to £40,000 per year (basic).
• Private medical insurance.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Full training and professional development.
• Hybrid working (London / St Albans).