Salary guide
Account Manager (IT)
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £60,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ITSales
- IT account managers drive digital transformation
Other names this job is known by
- IT Account Manager
- Technical Account Manager
Key responsibilities
- Manage IT client accounts
- Develop and maintain relationships
- Identify new business opportunities
- Coordinate with technical teams
- Prepare proposals and contracts
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in IT, business, or sales
- Experience in IT sales or account management
- Technical knowledge
- Communication and negotiation skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Account Manager
- Sales Director
- Business Development Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study IT, business, or sales
- Gain experience in IT sales or account management
- Progress to senior or management roles
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