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In return for hard work and dedication we promote a friendly, fun and relaxed working atmosphere (plus regular social outings!). We recognise the potential of our employees and provide exciting opportunities for talented people to develop successful careers. As a thriving business we're always on the look out for qualified and experienced people to join the team.
Whilst a specific vacancy may not be advertised, we happily invite speculative applications and we'll always get in touch and give you the opportunity to tell us how great you are. So if you have the relevant skills or the potential to learn them, are proactive and creative, have fantastic communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team then we'd like to hear from you. Simply e-mail your CV to r.burns@9xb.com.
JOB VACANCY: New Media Sales / Account Handler
Date posted - 7th July 2008
Are you an ambitious, successful new media sales professional seeking a new challenge? As one of Yorkshire's premier web design & development agencies, 9xb can provide just the role for you. We work with lots of companies, both large and small, creating and developing successful websites and online marketing strategies.
Due to our success over the last few years a vacancy has arisen within our sales & project management team, the details of which are:
THE ROLE
The role of Sales Account Manager within our company means a number of things:
Sales - from lead generation to closing the deal, achieving quarterly sales targets.
Creativity - Listening, understanding client objectives, then coming up with creative suggestions on how these can be achieved through their website.
Writing - You'll need to be a good writer, writing proposals that outline the benefits of working with 9xb, detail your understanding of and suggestions on the client's project.
Project Management - You've won the business, that's great! Now the hard work begins, project managing the work through the studio which includes:
- Creating design & development briefs
- Briefing the designer / developer on the work
- Managing the budgets
- Communicating throughout with the client
- Handling all administration and invoicing stage payments on time
- Advising the client on marketing elements
- And much more...
Account Management - As well as the new clients, you'll need to manage existing clients to ensure they're well informed and aware of new opportunities and also handle their website work requirements.
THE COMPANY
So, yes, we're asking for a lot, but in return 9xb can offer you:
Our service - We understand our market and our customers and develop services that people want to buy. So this makes your job much easier. We have a great reputation with a proven track record and regularly get referrals from existing customers.
Variety - this is much more than just a sales role. Although your primary role will be to sell to both existing customers and bring new accounts on board, you will also do much, much more. Through account management of existing customers, attending networking events, liaison with our studio team, presenting design concepts and generally overseeing the production of your client's projects. You will have input at all stages and actually see the end product come together.
Support - You will have the backing of an enthusiastic and flexible team to support you. This includes the guys in the studio, our management team and our in-house sales and marketing team.
Opportunity - We are expanding quickly and have big plans for this company. We will be launching new specialist services, entering new markets and building on our success so far. This is a great time to join us and a genuine opportunity to further develop your career.
The money - We will pay you well with performance related bonuses, a pension plan, fully expensed car, laptop, mobile etc. etc.
Our environment - We work hard as a team and a fun, relaxed working environment is important to us all so you'll need a good sense of humour and strong work ethic.
WHY DO WE WANT YOU?
Here's our wish list for the ideal candidate. If you can tick all (or most) of these boxes then why not get in touch today:
- Fantastic communication skills
- Proactive and creative thinker
- Business development and lead generation skills
- Experience in field sales (ideally within this sector)
- Professional handling of incoming enquiries
- Confident attending networking events
- Build good relationships with our clients
- Self-motivated and organised
- Excellent presentation skills
- Can write strong proposals
- An active interest in the Internet
- Can close deals
- Bright, articulate, honest and fun to work with
WHAT NEXT
So if you have the relevant skills or the potential to learn them and enjoy working as part of a team, then we'd like to hear from you.
Simply e-mail your CV & covering letter detailing your current salary to careers@9xb.com
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