Account Executive

Cockermouth
9 months ago
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Job Title: Account Executive - Nuclear Decommissioning
Location: Hybrid, UK (initial in-office presence required)
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:
We lead innovation in sensor technology, robotics, and algorithms. By collaborating with both academia and industry, we solve real-world challenges, focusing on commercial success and creating impactful solutions. Our team bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical applications to make a real difference.

Role Purpose:
As an Account Executive, you will drive business growth within the UK Nuclear Decommissioning sector. You'll manage relationships with key customers, including NDA, site license companies, and Tier II suppliers. Working closely with the Sales Director, you will develop account plans, identify new business opportunities, and maintain ongoing relationships with stakeholders to drive success.

Key Responsibilities:
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders within the nuclear decommissioning sector.
Develop and execute account plans aligned with the business's strategic goals.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including collaborative ventures and joint partnerships.
Serve as the primary contact for customer inquiries and issues, escalating when necessary.
Communicate effectively with clients through email, phone, and in-person meetings.
Attend internal contract reviews and sales meetings, contributing to strategic discussions.
Maintain accurate customer data and provide regular reports to the Sales Director.
Travel within the UK and internationally as required to strengthen client relationships.

Person Specification:
Experience: 4+ years in a similar sales or account management role within the energy/nuclear sector.
Skills: Strong organisational, communication, and time-management skills, with a proven ability to exceed targets.
Attributes: Proactive, customer-focused, detail-oriented, and adaptable with a can-do attitude.
Travel: Willingness to travel extensively within the UK and internationally.
Security: Must undergo baseline security checks.

Desired Experience:
Experience in selling emerging technology solutions, particularly hardware-based.
Established network within the energy sector, with relationships at key decision-making levels.
Proven success in achieving and exceeding sales targets.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits:
Flexible working hours (core hours 10-4).
Enhanced pension scheme and sick pay.
Option to buy and sell annual leave.
25 days holidays + bank holidays.
Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
Cycle2Work Scheme.
On-site parking.

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants

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