Account Manager


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Lancashire, BB1 6AH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Oct 2026
Closing date:	13 Nov 2026

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Summary

Are you an experienced Business Development, Sales, or Account Manager looking for your next move in Lancashire?

We're building connections with talented commercial professionals across the region who excel in building relationships, winning business, and driving growth.

Whether you're actively open to new opportunities or simply interested in exploring the market, we'd love to hear from strong sales and account management professionals at all levels.

About the Opportunities

We partner with a variety of businesses across Lancashire - from fast‑growing SMEs to established organisations - who regularly look for commercially driven individuals to support revenue growth, customer retention, and strategic account development.

We typically recruit for roles within:

Professional services

Manufacturing & engineering

Technology & digital solutions

Facilities & service-led industries

Logistics, distribution & supply chain

Construction & built environment

Healthcare & life sciences

Typical Responsibilities

While each employer varies, roles in BD, Sales, and Account Management usually include:

Business Development

Identifying and converting new business opportunities

Targeting key sectors, leads, and strategic prospects

Delivering presentations, proposals, and tenders

Sales Management

Creating and executing sales strategies to achieve targets

Forecasting, reporting, and pipeline management

Leading client meetings and commercial negotiations

Account Management

Managing and growing existing customer relationships

Understanding client needs and upselling additional solutions

Ensuring customers receive excellent service and long‑term value

General Commercial

Working closely with internal teams to support delivery

Maintaining CRM systems and accurate pipeline reporting

Representing the business at industry events and networking forums

What We Look For

Background in Business Development, Sales, Account Management, or similar commercial role

Strong relationship‑builder with natural communication skills

A proactive, confident approach to identifying opportunities

Target‑driven mindset with the ability to work autonomously

Experience managing pipelines, forecasts, and CRM systems

Commercially aware with the ability to understand client challenges

Typical Benefits OfferedEach business is different, but packages often include:

Competitive salary with OTE / bonus structure

Car allowance or company vehicle (role dependent)

Hybrid or flexible working options

Training, onboarding, and progression opportunities

Company events, incentives, and wellbeing support

Accessible office locations with parking

Interested in Opportunities Across Lancashire?

If you're based in or around Preston, Blackburn, Burnley or wider Lancashire and have experience in BD, Sales, or Account Management, please do get in touch.

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