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Graduate National Account Manager - Care and Education
Job Posted: 6 minutes ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: East Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Graduate National Account Executive – Care & Education Sector
(Up to £35,000 + Company Car)
Field-based with frequent national travel - Home-based when not on site
Permanent, Full-time
Are you ambitious, proactive, and ready to kickstart a career in account management?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing national business in a role that mixes client relationship management, problem solving, and on-the-ground project support.
We’re looking for a confident communicator with a desire to learn, a strong sense of initiative, and the flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Why Join Us?
* Competitive salary – up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
* Company car (or allowance) travel expenses covered
* Hybrid field/home working – national travel required
* Clear progression path – we promote from within, with the chance to grow into a Key Account Manager role
* Close mentorship – work directly with the National Key Account Manager and get exposure to senior stakeholders
* Exciting, varied projects – from site surveys and problem-solving to client meetings and relationship building
What You’ll Be Doing
* Supporting the National Key Account Manager to manage a portfolio of major care and education clients (representing thousands of sites)
* Acting as the day-to day contact for client queries, service issues, and updates
* Conducting site visits and surveys – taking measurements, photos, and videos to support new equipment installations and projects
* Liaising with internal service teams, suppliers, and customers to keep projects on track
* Gathering and analysing data, producing reports, and identifying opportunities for growth
* Attending regular review meetings with clients and occasionally stepping in to represent the team
* Being flexible to travel nationally (including overnight stays when needed)
Who We’re Looking For
We don’t expect you to know everything – what matters most is your attitude and potential.
You’ll be a great fit if you are:
* A strong communicator – comfortable speaking with everyone from kitchen staff to CEOs
* Adaptable & proactive – able to handle shifting priorities and unexpected challenges
* Commercially curious – interested in how businesses grow and keen to spot opportunities
* Resilient & professional – able to handle demanding situations with empathy and assertiveness
* Organised & data-friendly – confident with Excel and reporting (or keen to learn)
* Mobile & flexible – happy with frequent travel and occasional overnight stays
Ideal background:
* Degree (or equivalent experience) – business, marketing, or technical fields a bonus
* Placement year or work experience in service, equipment, or FMCG industry is advantageous
* Experience in customer-facing roles, project coordination, or field-based service is desirable but not essential
Working Hours & Location
* Standard hours: 08:30 – 17:00, but flexibility is key (some days will be longer when travelling)
* Home-based when not on client sites
* Expected to attend HQ in Luton approximately one day per week (unless required on-site elsewhere)
What’s in It for You
You’ll be joining a growing, ambitious business with major national accounts and exciting expansion plans. You’ll have the chance to learn every aspect of account management – from service to new equipment projects – in a collaborative, supportive environment where no two days are the sameBefore You Apply
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