Salary guide
Account Manager (Sales)
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Account managers are key to client retention
Other names this job is known by
- Client Manager
- Sales Account Manager
Key responsibilities
- Manage client accounts and relationships
- Develop proposals and presentations
- Meet sales targets
- Coordinate with internal teams
- Prepare reports and documentation
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in business, marketing, or sales
- Experience in sales or account management
- Communication and negotiation skills
- IT and organisation
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Manager
- Sales Director
- Business Development Manager
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study business, marketing, or sales
- Gain experience in sales or account management
- Progress to senior or management roles
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