Education Account Manager

Education Account Manager

Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
GreatFind Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Promote educational programmes to schools and build strong relationships with leaders.
  • Company: Mission-driven organisation focused on developing children's life skills.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, 25 days leave, and hybrid working.
  • Other info: Join a friendly team with excellent career growth and fun company events.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in education while enjoying a supportive work culture.
  • Qualifications: 3+ years in sales, ideally in education or edtech, with teaching experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.

Are you passionate about education and driven by sales success? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, mission-led organisation that’s helping children develop the life skills they need to thrive.

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey (Hybrid working - 2 to 3 days in the office)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Uncapped Commission + Benefits

We’re looking for a confident and engaging Education Account Manager to join an established sales team. You'll be responsible for promoting a suite of educational programmes to schools across the UK, building strong relationships with school leaders, and supporting them in making meaningful choices for their pupils’ development.

Benefits:

  • Uncapped bonus commission based on performance
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off
  • Hybrid working: 2-3 days in the Leatherhead office after training
  • Employer pension contribution
  • Two company away days per year
  • Weekly fresh fruit deliveries
  • Friendly, supportive working culture

This role would suit someone with:

  • Proven experience in education or edtech sales
  • Or previous teaching experience and a strong understanding of how schools adopt educational content

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage with schools via email, phone, and video to introduce educational programmes
  • Build long-term relationships with decision-makers in schools
  • Deliver product demonstrations both online and in person
  • Manage a pipeline of opportunities using a CRM system
  • Work towards personal and team sales targets
  • Represent the organisation at education shows and events
  • Ensure excellent post-sale support and handover

What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a sales role, ideally in education or edtech
  • Background in teaching or strong knowledge of school procurement processes
  • Passion for education and child development
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Organised, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and within a team
  • Confident using digital platforms for demos and engagement

Apply today!

Education Account Manager employer: GreatFind Recruitment

Join a dynamic and supportive IT team in the heart of Cambridge, where your passion for technology can flourish in the education sector. With a focus on employee growth, we offer ongoing training, career progression, and a collaborative work culture that values your contributions. Enjoy unique benefits such as free lunch and a pension scheme while making a meaningful impact on the lives of students and staff across our vibrant school sites.

GreatFind Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Education Account Manager

Sales Experience
Education Sector Knowledge
Edtech Sales
Relationship Building
Product Demonstration Skills
CRM System Proficiency
Communication Skills