We are seeing unprecedented demand for key workers and skilled candidates, from our customers across the UK, resulting in record growth during 2020. To support this growth and ensure that we deliver 100% of our client requirements in 2021, we are looking to hire an additional results-focussed Account Manager.
We are looking for ambitious, driven individuals who can work in an environment where 100% delivery to the customer is not an aspiration – it is a minimum requirement. You must be goal orientated and financially motivated to maximise the considerable earnings potential that this role offers. You will need determination, tenacity and the ability to take the initiative and think creatively in order to achieve the results that our clients expect from us. People with a proven record in a sales environment will be able to transfer those skills to this sector and therefore recruitment experience is NOT essential. Full sector specific training will be provided.
 
It is our belief that we are only as successful as the people who work for us and to that end we believe we have created a working environment that encourages and rewards success. Your achievements as an Account Manager will be rewarded with a competitive salary, uncapped bonus, and a generous benefits package – enhanced holiday entitlement, social events (Covid permitting!), healthcare cashback scheme and a day off for your birthday!
 
Do you possess proven account management experience and the desire to develop your career within a thriving, expanding organisation? Are you looking for an Account Manager role which you can make your own and become an integral part of a team’s success? If you have a genuine passion for getting the best possible outcome for your customers; determination and tenacity to succeed; and the flexibility to work within an environment where no two days are the same, this Account Manager role could be the opportunity for you!
 
Company: The Business Connection is one of the North West’s longest established independent recruitment businesses, delivering an exceptional service to clients and candidates across the region for over 30 years. Ask anyone who works in recruitment, and they’ll tell you it’s much, much more than a job – it’s a vocation!
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for growing and developing accounts to maximise bookings and revenue whilst providing the highest standard of customer care. You will be expected to provide top-level customer service at all times, visiting client sites to hold inductions and customer meetings, and monitoring productivity to ensure client satisfaction. You will be required to manage your active workers with the assistance of Account Support Administrators and co-ordinate your workforce to maximise opportunities within your accounts. This role will require travelling to clients’ sites and the responsibility of an on-call mobile phone.
Duties:

Day to day client communication to maximise business development opportunities, including attending meetings as appropriate
Creating, building and developing long-term relationships with clients, adopting a consultative approach – providing solutions and options to clients
Working in partnership with clients to identify and support recruitment requirements, both immediate and potential

Creating clear job specifications for each role, enabling the Recruitment team to accurately match suitable candidates
Engaging with candidates to promote roles to gain their interest – selling the benefits and opportunities, so that our clients’ requirements are 100% fulfilled

Ensuring we deliver a consistently high level of service to both clients and candidates, to maintain strong brand reputation.
Working to ensure individual and company targets are achieved

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

A proven track record gained within a B2B account management or sales role

The ability to manage client relationships, and identify and develop new business opportunities
A results-driven winning mentality and financially motivated by an uncapped bonus scheme

A flexible approach to problem solving within a professional business environment
Organised way of working, able to manage several key projects/tasks at one time to meet strict deadlines
An honest (but persuasive) approach, ensuring that any commitments to candidates and clients are met and expectations are exceeded
PC skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and inhouse database systems
Exceptional communication skills, written and verbal, face to face and over the phone.

A genuine passion for customer service – able to deal with candidates, clients and any other parties with tact, diplomacy and confidentiality
Driving licence and the ability to travel to client sites as required

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Due to the Coronavirus situation, the first stage interview will be conducted by video call – Zoom, Skype, Teams. The second stage interview will be conducted in our office on the Chester Business Park.
 
Unfortunately due to time restrictions we cannot respond to every applicant, in the event that we haven’t contacted you within 48 hours please take it you have not been successful for thisparticular role, but your details will be kept on file and considered for all future vacancies.
 
We are an equal opportunities agency and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.