Account Manager
Job in
Preston, Lancashire, SN15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-25
Listing for:
Hays
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-25
Job specializations:
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Sales
Business Development, Account Manager, Client Relationship Management, B2B Sales
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job d:
Closing date:
Location:
Lancashire Salary: 35,000 - 60,000 DOE (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Manufacturing & Production / Sales Management Company:
Hays Consultant:
Adam Hamer Hays office:
Preston — Part 1st floor, Guildhall House, Guildhall Street Phone:
Email: adam.hamer
Are you an experienced Business Development, Sales, or Account Manager looking for your next move in East Lancashire?
We're building connections with talented commercial professionals across the region who excel in building relationships, winning business, and driving growth.
Whether you’re actively open to new opportunities or simply interested in exploring the market, we’d love to hear from strong sales and account management professionals at all levels.
About the Opportunities We partner with a variety of businesses across East Lancashire — from fast‑growing SMEs to established organisations — who regularly look for commercially driven individuals to support revenue growth, customer retention, and strategic account development.
We typically recruit for roles within:
Professional services
Manufacturing & engineering
Technology & digital solutions
Facilities & service-led industries
Logistics, distribution & supply chain
Construction & built environment
Healthcare & life sciences
Typical Responsibilities While each employer varies, roles in BD, Sales, and Account Management usually include:
Business Development Identifying and converting new business opportunities
Targeting key sectors, leads, and strategic prospects
Delivering presentations, proposals, and tenders
Sales Management Creating and executing sales strategies to achieve targets
Forecasting, reporting, and pipeline management
Leading client meetings and commercial negotiations
Account Management Managing and growing existing customer relationships
Understanding client needs and upselling additional solutions
Ensuring customers receive excellent service and long‑term value
General Commercial Working closely with internal teams to support delivery
Maintaining CRM systems and accurate pipeline reporting
Representing the business at industry events and networking forums
What We Look For Background in Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or similar commercial role Strong relationship‑builder with natural communication skillsA proactive, confident approach to identifying opportunities
Target‑driven mindset with the ability to work autonomously
Experience managing pipelines, forecasts, and CRM systems
Commercially aware with the ability to understand client challenges
Typical Benefits Offered Each business is different, but packages often include:
Competitive salary with OTE / bonus structure
Car allowance or company vehicle (role dependent)
Hybrid or flexible working options
Training, onboarding, and progression opportunities
Company events, incentives, and wellbeing support
Accessible office locations with parking
Interested in Opportunities Across Lancashire?
If you’re based in or around Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Accrington or wider East Lancashire and have experience in BD, Sales, or Account Management, please do get in touch. #4774413 - Adam Hamer
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