Account Manager (Field-based)
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Location: Postcodes PE, SG, CM, CO, CB, IP, NR (Hybrid Connected Working)
Salary: Up to £55,000 + car allowance of £6,000 (subject to T's & C's) 10% annual share award + comprehensive benefits package
About Autotrader
You've probably heard of Autotrader, but do you know what we're all about?
We're the most trusted, most visited automotive marketplace in the UK. A heritage brand and a tech innovator. We bring together vehicle buyers and sellers to give them real choices. Cars may be what we're best known for but were also the place for pretty much everything else on wheels, from e-bikes to caravans.
In the automotive world, change is a constant, thats why we take our job of untangling the complex car-buying journey very seriously.
At our core, were all about people. We go our own way while embracing diversity and celebrating our differences. We dedicate ourselves to the idea that we work better together.
Autotrader is a beautiful, surprising and vibrant place to work. We might not be for everyone, but we could be perfect for you.
About the role
Were looking for an Account Manager to join our field-based team, covering a patch that includes Ipswich, Norwich, Cambridge and Peterborough.
In this field-based role, youll be a trusted business partner and the face of Autotrader, supporting our independent retailer customers.
Youll build and maintain strong customer relationships through regular face-to-face site visits, working directly with customers to understand their goals and advise on short, and long-term, solutions.
You'll take a consultative approach to drive customers growth, using Autotrader data to influence decisions and deliver tangible commercial results. Using strong storytelling and presentation skills, youll simplify complex insights and advise customers on the best digital products to optimise their efficiency.
Youll collaborate regularly with internal Autotrader stakeholders including other Account Managers and product specialists to deliver optimal outcomes for your customers.
This is a field-based role with regular travel (minimum 3 days per week) across the East Anglia region, and occasionally further afield, to support our retailer customers on-site. Alongside this, we have monthly collaboration time at our Autotrader offices, which will include overnight stays.
What were looking for
Experience in a B2B Account Management role, conducting face to face customer visits
Demonstrated achievement of commercial KPIs such as revenue growth, product adoption, or retention
A consultative approach, experience using effective questioning and listening, to understand customers needs and challenges
An excellent storyteller, with the ability to translate complex data and market insights into compelling narratives and actionable recommendations
Organised , proactive, and adaptable, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A strong collaborator who shares best practices and customer feedback internally to drive continuous improvement
Due to the field-based nature of this role, you will need a valid UK driving licence and a willingness to travel regularly, including occasional overnight stays.
During our application process, you will be asked two questions to help us learn more about you and how you align with our values. These will be used as part of our selection criteria to determine if we progress your application further.
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation: Salary up to £55,000 salary.
Car allowance: £6,000 subject to T's & C's
Annual Share Award: An additional 10% of your salary awarded in shares each year (vesting over three years). xiskglj
Generous Pension: 7% employer contribution when you contribute 5%.
Time Off: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, alongside half-day closures on Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive private medical cover, online GP and dental access, and specialist support (assisted fertility, period care, menopause, and gender dysphoria).
Perks & Savings: Car salary sacrifice scheme, share-save options, and enhanced family leave policies
Field Sales Account Manager employer: Autotrader
Autotrader is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where innovation and strategic thinking are highly valued. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to tailored training and development opportunities, enabling you to thrive in your role as a Strategic Account Manager. Located in a vibrant area, the hybrid work model offers flexibility while being part of a team that is dedicated to driving success for our retailer customers through data-driven insights.
