Account Executive – EdTech
UK / Remote
55-60k base, 85-90k OTE + Excellent Benefits

As one of the fastest growing global EdTech organisations, this award-winning company is pioneering student safety through advanced technology. With cloud-based web filters guiding users through the digital world and sophisticated AI scanning for cyber bullying and more, they are well placed for further growth. They now have an immediate and exciting opening in the UK for a skilled Account Executive.

As a UK based Account Executive, you will:

Develop a geographic territory, cultivate new relationships, educate prospects, and ultimately drive new sales to exceed revenue targets
Sell at CTO/Head of IT level
Conduct webinars, in-person presentations and perform calls
Develop strong relationships with the prospect
Demonstrate an effective approach to developing a territory, keep a business plan up-to-date, and build on a solid sales strategy
Cultivate deep relationships to further knowledge of your territory, market trends, competitor activity, and budgetary constraints
Manage product evaluations

The ideal Account Executive will demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Degree level education
3+ years within inside sales
2+ years of sales closing experience within EdTech or SaaS
5+ years total sales experience
EdTech, computer/network security, networking solutions, content/web filtering, or similar products/solutions into to schools or academic trusts (highly preferred)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Commercial awareness
Self-motivation and drive
A passion for technology

The successful Account Executive can expect:

An initial base salary circa 55-60k
An uncapped OTE of 85-90k
Generous benefits
Remote working

The Certus Recruitment Group is an established and experienced specialist consultancy providing sales, marketing and IT recruitment services to the business community throughout the UK, Europe, North America and Australia.