Enterprise Account Manager Team Lead - UKI at Perk in Birmingham (Visa Sponsorship Available)

Perk is seeking an Enterprise Account Manager Team Lead for their UKI market, based in Birmingham or London. This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced managers, especially Nigerians and African immigrants, as visa sponsorship is explicitly available for foreign applicants who need a UK work visa. While salary details are not disclosed, the role offers competitive compensation, equity ownership, and comprehensive benefits including private medical cover.

Job Description

As an Enterprise Team Leader for Account Management focusing on the UKI market, you will be instrumental in guiding a team of Enterprise Account Managers. Your primary responsibility will be to enhance client satisfaction within the region, ensuring your team meets its KPIs and targets, and establishing best practices across the board.

This role demands a strong strategic mindset and a genuine passion for people development. You will lead your team in strategic negotiations with key clients, oversee the onboarding of new clients in coordination with sales and implementation teams, and manage the training and development of new Account Managers, all while driving automation of business-as-usual tasks.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a managerial role, demonstrating strong leadership and team development skills.
• Previous experience in Account Management at an Enterprise Level; commercial experience is a significant plus.
• Ability to thrive and lead in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, showcasing excellent organizational and structuring abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and commercial acumen, with the capacity to analyze data, perform forecasts, and provide concise summaries using strong Excel proficiency.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential for effective communication within the UKI market.
• Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is available, meaning foreign applicants who need a UK work visa are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including equity ownership in Perk.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, along with up to 20 'Work from Anywhere' days per year.
• Comprehensive health benefits: private medical cover and voluntary dental insurance from Bupa, plus discounted gym memberships.
• Financial security: company pension plan with Aviva, Life Insurance, and income protection.
• Family support: 12-16 weeks’ paid parental leave and Spring Health wellbeing partner services for you and your loved ones.
• Additional perks: tax-efficient cycle and electric car schemes, relocation support, and a four-week, fully paid sabbatical after 5 years of service.

How to Prepare

For Nigerians and African immigrants eyeing this Enterprise Account Manager Team Lead role, meticulous preparation is key. Focus on tailoring your CV to highlight your leadership experience, particularly in enterprise-level account management and people development, using UK-centric terminology. Ensure your LinkedIn profile mirrors your CV's professional polish and showcases your commercial acumen and strategic thinking. Craft a cover letter that directly addresses the job requirements and explicitly mentions your enthusiasm for the role, acknowledging the visa sponsorship offered.

During interviews, be ready to articulate your experience with team KPIs, client retention strategies, and how you foster a high-performing team. For the visa sponsorship conversation, be confident in your eligibility and clearly state your need for sponsorship, perhaps by saying, “I am excited about this opportunity and confirm I would require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship to take up this role in the UK, which I understand Perk provides.”

• Refine your CV to emphasize leadership, enterprise account management, and people development, aligning with UK professional standards.
• Update your LinkedIn profile to reflect your expertise, commercial acumen, and strategic capabilities.
• Prepare a compelling cover letter that addresses the job description point-by-point and explicitly mentions your need for visa sponsorship.
• Practice articulating your experience in setting and achieving team KPIs, client retention, and team development.
• Be ready to discuss your eligibility for a Skilled Worker visa and confidently state your need for sponsorship during interviews.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is available for this position, and Perk is explicitly open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. Non-UK residents are encouraged to apply. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility or visa status, it is best to clearly communicate your situation during the initial application or interview stages.