Account Executive

As one of the fastest-growing Colleges in the UK, delivering courses from entry level right up to Masters degrees, Weston College is an inspiring place to work. Why not join us as an Account Executive? We have two positions available:

• 37 hours per week
• 29.6 hours per week
As an Account Executive, you will: Generate new business opportunities, strengthen employer retention, and support the growth of Weston College's employer portfolio. The postholder will build and develop relationships with employers of all sizes, positioning apprenticeships as a workforce development solution while promoting the College's wider education and training offer. The role will focus on securing new business, growing existing employer partnerships, and identifying opportunities for repeat engagement. Within this role you will be working closely with Strategic Account Managers and the Director of Apprenticeship Sales, the Account Executive will contribute to apprenticeship recruitment, starts, retention and income targets through business development, lead generation, employer engagement and relationship management activities, ensuring delivery aligns with the College's strategic priorities and growth ambitions. To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Experience in sales, business development, customer service or employer engagement.
• Understanding of customer relationship management principles.
• Understanding of effective sales and business development techniques.
• Ability to identify opportunities and convert leads into business.