Account Manager - Truro

About the role

Zen Educate is an online platform that helps UK schools hire teachers and support staff more efficiently and cost-effectively. Founded in 2017, the company has already saved schools over £30 million by reducing reliance on expensive recruitment agencies.

Responsibilities

• Owning relationships with key schools
• Helping them hire smarter and faster
• Leading school leaders through recruitment processes with a consultative approach
• Picking up the phone and building genuine relationships
• Collaborating closely with Sales, Ops, and Tech teams to ensure schools get the best possible experience
• Rolling up your sleeves and diving into whatever's needed

Requirements

• Naturally enthusiastic and curious
• Confident picking up the phone, handling objections, and building trust fast
• A proven track record of hitting sales targets (or smashing similar KPIs)
• A team player who loves being part of a close-knit group
• Passionate about having a positive social impact (bonus points if you care deeply about education)
• Growth mindset - always looking to learn and improve

Qualifications

No specific qualifications are listed, but candidates should ideally have a proven track record in sales and a natural enthusiasm for building relationships.

Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to handle objections and build trust quickly
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Comfortable with outbound calling and building relationships with decision-makers

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ownership in the company
• 25 days holiday + all the usual UK public holidays
• 1-1 coaching to keep you growing personally and professionally
• Life & Health Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme

Pay

The salary range is £35,000–£44,000 OTE.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.