Account Manager

City of London
3 weeks ago
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Account Manager

Merrifield Consultants is delighted to be partnering with a prestigious membership-based organisation to recruit an experienced and motivated Account Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team dedicated to developing business relationships and driving community engagement.

Role Summary
As an Account Manager, you will be responsible for growing and retaining membership within key sectors, developing strong relationships, and ensuring members receive exceptional value from their engagement. This role requires a proactive approach to business development, networking, and delivering first-class account management services.

Job Details

Salary: £40,000-£45,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: London (hybrid, 3 days a week in the office)Key Responsibilities:

Drive membership growth by identifying and converting new prospects.
Build and maintain strong relationships with members, ensuring high engagement and retention.
Act as a key point of contact for members, delivering exceptional service and value.
Develop a deep understanding of sector trends to inform engagement strategies.
Facilitate introductions, networking opportunities, and round table discussions.
Utilise CRM tools to track engagement and optimise membership strategies.
Represent the organisation at industry events to enhance brand visibility.
Work collaboratively with internal teams to develop membership offerings and communications.Person Specification:

Proven experience in B2B sales, account management, or membership engagement.
Strong relationship management and networking skills.
Commercial awareness with excellent persuasion and negotiation abilities.
Highly organised with a strategic approach to business development.
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM databases.
Knowledge of London's business landscape is advantageous.If you are passionate about business engagement and building lasting relationships, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation and collaboration.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout

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