IT Account Executive

IT Account Executive (Entry level)

Manchester (Hybrid)

£25K + Comms (£30-32K OTE)

September 1st start date | Limited spaces available

If you’re serious about building a career in sales with real progression and earning potential - not just another entry-level role that overpromises - this is it.

As an Account Executive, you’ll be the face of Bechtle for your customers, building confidence quickly through structured training and hands-on coaching from day one. You’ll learn how to win business, build lasting relationships, and solve real challenges - developing into a trusted advisor, not just another salesperson. Backed by one of Europe’s leading IT providers (15,000+ employees across 14 countries), the Manchester team offers a supportive, high-performing environment with real stability and clear opportunities to progress quickly.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Run your own desk like a business - take ownership, make decisions, and see the impact of your work
• Prospect through calls, email, LinkedIn, and creative outreach that helps you stand out
• Work a large, opportunity-rich territory across the North of the UK
• Build and develop your own pipeline and customer base from scratch
• Develop key skills including rapport building, commercial thinking, and adaptability
• Work as part of a growing Manchester team, supported by a well-established global business
• Receive full training and ongoing coaching - no prior sales experience required

Job Requirements

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Comfortable speaking with people and building relationships
• Ambitious, proactive, and willing to learn
• Team-oriented mindset
• Degree or A-Levels preferred but not essential

What we offer

• £25K base salary + commission (£30-32K OTE in year one)
• Hybrid Working (3/2) after promotion to a Senior Account Manager
• Fast-track progression - opportunity to earn your first promotion within 3 months (+£2K salary increase) for high performers
• Realistic earning potential of £100K+ within 5 years
• Structured training and mentoring programme to accelerate your development
• Backing of a leading international IT organisation (15,000+ employees across Europe)
• Brand new, state-of-the-art office in Manchester One - right in the heart of the city
• Incentives including holidays, vouchers, lunches and spot prizes
• Social, supportive, and high-performing team environment
• Modern technology for office and home working
• Subsidised healthcare/medical benefits
• 25-30 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

Experience

• Account management experience is beneficial but not essential.