Key Account Executive

OverviewKey Account Executive

Location: UK

Salary: £30-35,000 + company car + benefits

Are you ambitious, proactive, and ready to kickstart a career in account management?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing national business in a role that mixes client relationship management, problem solving, and on-the-ground project support.

We’re looking for a confident communicator with a desire to learn, a strong sense of initiative, and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. If you are a graduate with a year’s relevant placement experience, or if you are seeking your second role after graduating with experience gained in sales, account management or national accounts this is a great next step role.

Clear progression path – we promote from within, with the chance to grow into a Key Account Manager role

Close mentorship – work directly with the National Key Account Manager and get exposure to senior stakeholders

Exciting, varied projects – from site surveys and problem-solving to client meetings and relationship building

RoleSupporting the National Key Account Manager to manage a portfolio of major care and education clients (representing thousands of sites).

Acting as the day-to-day contact for client queries, service issues, and updates

Conducting site visits and surveys - taking measurements, photos, and videos to support new equipment installations and projects

Liaising with internal service teams, suppliers, and customers to keep projects on track

Gathering and analysing data, producing reports, and identifying opportunities for growth

Attending regular review meetings with clients and occasionally stepping in to represent the team

Being flexible to travel nationally (including overnight stays when needed)

The person

Degree (or equivalent experience) – business, marketing, or technical fields a bonus

Placement year or work experience in service, equipment, or FMCG industry is advantageous

Experience in customer-facing roles, project coordination, or field-based service is desirable but not essential

Previous experience in account management, national accounts or sales

A strong communicator - comfortable speaking with everyone from kitchen staff to CEOs

Adaptable and proactive - able to handle shifting priorities and unexpected challenges

Commercially curious - interested in how businesses grow and keen to spot opportunities

Resilient and professional - able to handle demanding situations with empathy and assertiveness

Organised and data-friendly - confident with Excel and reporting (or keen to learn)

Mobile and flexible - happy with frequent travel and occasional overnight stays

What’s in It for YouOur client is a growing, ambitious business with major national accounts and exciting expansion plans. You’ll have the chance to learn every aspect of account management—from service to new equipment projects—in a collaborative, supportive environment where no two days are the same.

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