Trainee Account Executive (HF1341070)

Job description

Entry-Level Account Executive – Cybersecurity

Manchester | £27,000 Base + Uncapped Commission | Hybrid Working

Looking to kickstart your career in a fast-growing, high-demand industry where you can earn well and progress quickly? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly expanding cybersecurity business in Manchester as an Entry-Level Account Executive.

No previous sales experience is required. If you’re motivated, confident, and eager to learn, full training and ongoing support will be provided to help you develop into a high-performing sales professional.

The Role

This is an entry-level, new business-focused position where you’ll learn the foundations of B2B sales while managing your own opportunities. As an Entry-Level Account Executive, you’ll be responsible for generating, qualifying, and helping close new business.

You will:

• Prospect and engage new business opportunities through outbound outreach
• Speak with potential clients to understand their needs and challenges
• Introduce cybersecurity solutions (full training provided)
• Manage the sales process from initial conversation through to deal progression
• Build and manage your own pipeline of opportunities
• Collaborate with senior sales colleagues to close deals
• Develop key communication, commercial, and sales skills

Who Should Apply

We’re open to candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. You might be:

• A graduate looking to start a career in sales or tech
• A non-graduate with strong people skills and ambition
• From retail, hospitality, customer service, or another customer-facing role
• Confident, driven, and comfortable speaking to new people
• Coachable, proactive, and eager to learn

If you’ve got the right attitude and transferable skills, we want to hear from you.

What’s on Offer

• £27,000 base salary
• Uncapped commission structure
• Structured training programme from day one
• Clear progression path into Account Manager / Senior AE roles
• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 from home (once established)
• Supportive, high-energy, and ambitious team environment

This is a great opportunity to break into tech sales, build in-demand skills, and grow your career in one of the fastest-growing sectors globally.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

06-06-2026

Profession type

ICT

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English