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An Account Executive plays a vital role in driving sales, managing client relationships, and helping businesses grow. In today’s competitive market, account executives are at the heart of building trust with clients, identifying new business opportunities, and ensuring long-term success.

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Account Executive Responsibilities

Account Executives play a key role in driving business growth and fostering strong client relationships. Their responsibilities include:

  • Client Acquisition: Identifying and prospecting potential clients.

  • Solution Selling: Understanding clients' needs and recommending suitable software solutions or technology products.

  • Sales Strategy: Developing and executing strategic sales plans to meet or exceed revenue targets.

  • Product Knowledge: Staying up-to-date on the latest software trends and technological advancements to effectively communicate product benefits to clients.

  • Secure New Business: Convert Opportunities with Proven Sales Strategies and Techniques.

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Account Executive vs. Account Manager

While both roles involve aspects of client management, Account Executives in software and technology typically focus on new client acquisition and revenue generation, while Account Managers are more focused on retaining and expanding existing client relationships. AE’s are often referred to as new business “hunters”. Account Managers typically take a more strategic approach to account management and growth and are referred to as “farmers”.

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Sales Jobs London

Working in London offers significant opportunities, particularly for those pursuing Sales or Customer Success careers. Over 70% of UK Sales and Customer Success jobs in Software and SaaS are for London based companies.*

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Sales Recruitment Agencies London

Why navigate this competitive market alone? Here, at Arius Recruit, we are one of the leading sales recruitment agencies in London who can either assist you in finding top sales jobs in London or help you hire skilled employees to help your company grow significant revenue. Whilst Arius works across multiple locations globally, London continues to be the main hot spot for commercial tech jobs.

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Tech Sales Jobs London

Technology and software companies dominate the UK market, with London being the largest hub for opportunities. London is a competitive space for those seeking a new job or hiring and it can be difficult to stand out. As a Top 25% LinkedIn recruitment agency, Arius can help you find the right next sales job or hire the right people.

Trends and insights:

  • Recruiting a Sales or Customer Success team in London is 5 x more competitive than any other location*

  • The demand for Sales & Customer Success talent is 7 x higher than any other location across the UK*

  • The top 5 most in demand roles within software and technology in London are – 1, Account Manager, 2, Business Development Manager, 3, Sales Manager, 4, Account Executive and 5, Sales Director*

  • Some of the fastest growing markets in London include AI, Cybersecurity, Data & Analytics, CleanTech and Digital Infrastructure.*

    Sales Recruitment London - Key jobs we are recruiting:

    Lead generation – Sales Development Representative / Business Development Representative.

    Individual contributors – Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Enterprise Sales

    Retention and Growth – Customer Success, Client Success, Partner Success, Retention

    Leadership – Sales Team Lead, Sales Manager, VP of Sales, Sales Director, Customer Success Team Lead, Head of Customer Success

    Executive & Director – Chief Sales Officer, Chief Customer Officer, Chief Revenue Officer

    Sectors we recruit in:

    SaaS – FinTech, HRTech, Martech, ConstructionTech, PropTech, Elearning & EdTech

    DeepTech – Hardware, Advanced Materials, IOT, Robotics & AI solutions

    CleanTech - Sustainability Solutions, Energy, ClimateTech, Infrastructure Digital/Twin Software & EV charging

    Healthcare – BioTech, Life Sciences, MedTech & HealthTech

    Consumer – Emerging food brands, FMCG & Art

    Sales and Customer Success Salaries in London:

    A Sales or Customer Success salary in London can vary depending on level of seniority and the market you work in. If you are looking for high paying sales jobs in London, software and tech are industries worth being in. They are high growing markets with great earning potential such as uncapped commission, equity benefits, sales incentive schemes.

    Average Sales salaries in London:

    Executive & Director: £120,000 to £190,000

    Sales leadership: £70,000 to £110,000

    Customer voice (SMB to Enterprise): £45,000 to £90,000

    Individual contributors (SMB to Enterprise): £50,000 to £120,000

    Lead generation: £30,000 to £50,000

    *LinkedIn Talent Insights 2024

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