Account Manager - Education

Job Description Account Manager Education & Research - Up to 45k plus uncapped commsUK-based | Hybrid 2 days office Core working hours 9am 5.30pm (some flexibility required) Covering North American regionA leading global provider of digital research solutions is seeking an Account Manager to drive revenue growth and strengthen relationships across key academic markets, Universities etc, in North America.This is an exciting UK-based role supporting a major overseas territory. You will develop and own the sales strategy for the region, identifying new opportunities and nurturing and growing existing relationships with academic library customers.Travel: You will travel to the US around four times a year, with each trip lasting approximately two weeks, and work flexibly to support different time zones.What/who we are looking for:Proven track record in sales (education or US experience a bonus, but open to all sectors)Degree level educationTeaching background a bonusSkilled in negotiating large and complex dealsExcellent communication and relationship-building skills suited to academic institutionsStrong commercial awareness and a consultative sales approachHighly organised, proactive, and comfortable working independentlyWhats in it for you?Highly competitive salary and uncapped commission25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus the option to buy or sell daysLife Assurance and Private Health InsuranceHealth and wellbeing perks online fitness, corporate massages and moreMobile phone allowance and home working stipendEnhanced employer pension contributionCycle to Work and Electric Car SchemesPaid charity volunteering day and donation matchingThis role is being advertised by Step Ahead Recruitment on behalf of a client. All information has been provided by our client and is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of advertising.Step Ahead Recruitment is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all recruitment practices. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and work to ensure that every candidate is assessed purely on merit and ability.

Created: 2026-03-12