At a Glance
- Tasks: Build client relationships and drive sales success in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join GDS Group, a leader in B2B growth events and technology solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary with uncapped commission, pension scheme, and wellness activities.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid work options and clear career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Engage with C-suite executives and work with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in sales or account management, strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 42000 £ per year.
Location: Bristol, Queen Square
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 (Year 1 OTE £125,000) Uncapped Commission
Join One of the World’s Leading B2B Growth Events Businesses
At GDS Group, we help the world’s biggest technology brands connect with senior decision-makers through market-leading events, digital experiences and innovative growth solutions.
With offices across Bristol, New York, Miami and Little Rock, we operate at the intersection of technology, media, sales and innovation — partnering with global enterprises such as AWS, InterSystems, Google, Intel and IBM - to drive transformation, build pipeline and create real commercial impact.
This is not a traditional sales role. It’s an opportunity to work with emerging technologies, engage directly with C-suite executives and accelerate your career within a fast-paced international business.
Role Overview
Are you a proactive, highly organized professional who loves building client relationships but also enjoys the strategy and mechanics of how a deal gets done?
We are seeking a dynamic Account Executive to work directly with our Chief of Sales. This is not a traditional, heavy cold outbound sales role. Instead, it is a versatile, multi-faceted position that sits at the intersection of lead generation, sales administration, operational support and client success.
You will be the glue that holds our sales ecosystem together; identifying new business opportunities, ensuring our existing clients are thriving while keeping our internal sales operations running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Your day-to-day will be varied, balancing internal operational efficiency with external client engagement.
1. Lead Generation Market Research
- Identify and qualify high-potential prospects using CRM data, LinkedIn and market research tools.
- Conduct initial outreach, booking discovery calls and presentations for the Chief of Sales to follow up on.
- Maintain current market knowledge across UK industry trends to spot new opportunities.
2. Client Success Account Management
- Act as a primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience.
- Proactively check in with clients to ensure satisfaction, drive product adoption and cross-sell to drive new revenue channels.
- Handle client queries promptly and professionally.
3. Sales Administration CRM Management
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records in our CRM system (Salesforce).
- Draft sales proposals, service agreements and statements of work (SOWs) in compliance with UK commercial standards.
- Generate weekly and monthly sales pipeline and performance reports for leadership.
4. Operational Support
- Bridge the gap between Sales, Marketing and Operations to ensure promises made during the sales process are delivered.
- Assist in refining internal sales processes, documentation, and client-facing collateral.
- Coordinate schedules, product demos, and follow-ups for key client accounts.
Experience Skills
- 3+ years of experience in a sales, account management or client success role (ideally within the B2B or SaaS sector).
- Strong familiarity with CRM software (HubSpot, Salesforce, etc) and sales enablement tools.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport with UK-based stakeholders at C-Level.
- Elite time-management skills; you can juggle administrative tasks and client calls seamlessly.
- A basic understanding of business contracts, sales pipelines and key account metrics.
Key Attributes
- You are a problem solver who takes initiative when a process can be improved.
- You possess high emotional intelligence (EQ) and genuinely care about helping clients succeed.
- You thrive in a collaborative environment and don't mind wearing multiple hats.
What We Offer
- Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 with uncapped commission (typical Year1 OTE £100,000 - £125,000)
- Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, learning/development budget, health and wellness activities.
- Flexibility: Hybrid opportunities to be discussed with Chief of Sales
- Career Progression: Clear pathways to transition into senior Account Management, Operations leadership or full-cycle Sales roles.
Account Executive employer: GDS Group
At GDS Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of Bristol. With competitive salaries, uncapped commission, and a strong focus on employee development, we provide clear pathways for career progression while ensuring our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance through flexible hybrid working options. Join us to engage with leading technology brands and make a real impact in a fast-paced international business environment.
