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Manchester, Greater Manchester
Account Manager
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Job Type: Full-time |
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Salary: Up to £30,000 a year plus OTE |
Overview
Account Manager We are looking for an outgoing and confident account manager to join our award winning edtech company. Founded in 2012, now>press>play is one of the most exciting and ambitious social enterprises in the edtech sector. We have developed a new way of learning that engages children through movement, imagination and emotion. Our mission is to make the curriculum accessible for all children, regardless of background or academic ability. You will join us at an incredibly exciting stage in our development and will work alongside the Head of Marketing & Sales to look after our existing schools and bring new ones on board. You will have a significant influence on our growth and impact, in a role with a high degree of responsibility, independence and flexibility. This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic, supportive start up and to make a difference to the education of thousands of children in some of the most deprived areas of the country. Main Responsibilities Account Management Liaising with key contacts, through emails, phone calls and face to face meetings, to ensure now>press>play is having the greatest possible impact Leading training sessions for teachers and helping schools map now>press>play to their curriculums Maintaining strong renewal rates Business Development Running demos for children in schools and holding consultations with school senior management Generating demos through phone calls and emails Meeting and exceeding sales targets Experience/Qualifications/Skills You will have: Experience of leading demos, training sessions and/or presentations Ability to quickly build rapport and credibility with teachers and senior leaders Strong listening skills – able to understand and identify the needs of a school A clear passion for education and a strong belief that every child should be able to access the curriculum Genuine excitement about joining an edtech start up and a willingness to muck in A UK driver’s license This role involves a lot of travel and you should expect to be visiting schools at least three days a week during term time. You will work from home and visit schools in the North West and Yorkshire and the Humber. To apply, please send a covering letter explaining why you want to work for now>press>play and how your experience / skills make you the right person for this role and your CV via the button below by Friday 10th April at midnight.