Account Executive - Remote

Overview

As an Account Executive at YouGov, you will be part of the YouGov commercial team who are responsible for achieving the sales targets for the YouGov Public department. Reporting into a Director, you’ll be part of a team focused on specific sales processes and tasks that aid achievement of the team’s core objective. This is an entry level position.

In Short

• Handle incoming enquires and maintain day-to-day client relationships with a focus on fast turnaround research solutions.
• Set up and arrange & support client meetings for the YouGov sales team.
• Promote YouGov products to existing and new clients.
• Support delivery and follow up on marketing campaigns by prospecting to potential clients.
• Support the team with sales administration in creating and processing sales information.
• Use YouGov’s CRM systems to maintain accurate records of the team’s sales activity.
• Liaise with the finance teams and our clients to ensure PO’s are provided in a timely matter and invoicing runs smoothly.
• You’ll support the team’s account planning process, helping to update documents and strategic plans that are essential for the team to operate successfully.

Requirements

• A keen interest in business and sales/Account Management.
• A proactive attitude with good problem-solving skills.
• A confident communicator with excellent numerical skills.
• A team player, you’re comfortable working within a team by supporting them and learning from your colleagues.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Good attention to detail.
• Experience using a CRM.
• Proficient user of MS Desktop applications and MS operating systems; Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).

Benefits

• You will be at the forefront of data-driven innovation by joining a global leader in connected-data solutions.
• You will have the opportunity to work with some of the US’s largest brands to help them with their insight needs.
• You will also have the opportunity to grow within YouGov’s commercial team and work on bringing in exciting and dynamic projects, collaborating with YouGov colleagues from different teams and disciplines.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick days.
• Flexible working arrangement available.
• Group medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with company match.