Sales and Account Manager Gulf

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.

Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.

We connect. We inspire.

Are you passionate about driving business growth and building lasting client relationships? 

The British Council is seeking a dynamic Sales and Account Manager to join our Corporate English Solutions (CES) team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is central to our commercial strategy, focusing on expanding our corporate client base and delivering tailored English language, professional skills, and assessment solutions.

As a Sales and Account Manager, you will take ownership of a clearly defined territory, working closely with internal stakeholders and external clients to shape commercial strategies and achieve ambitious sales targets. Your responsibilities will include identifying new business opportunities, designing bespoke client solutions, and managing relationships to ensure a high-quality customer experience. You will also play a key role in gathering and analyzing business intelligence to inform future strategies and improve performance.

Your day-to-day work will involve collaborating with teaching centres and regional teams to develop proposals, set pricing, and deliver compelling client presentations. You’ll also support marketing efforts, attend industry events, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our sales processes. Maintaining accurate records in CRM systems and providing regular reports on sales activity will be essential to your success in this role.

To be considered, you should have at least three years of customer management experience, a strong background in sales and business development, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms such as Salesforce. A university degree or equivalent in a relevant field is required, along with sales or marketing qualifications. Fluency in Arabic (C2 level) and English (C1 level) is essential. Experience in sectors such as financial services, media, pharmaceuticals, or tourism will be an added advantage.

Further Information

Role:  Sales and Account Manager, KSA(46091)
Number of positions: 1
Pay Band:  6G
Location: Riyadh, KSA
Contract type: Fixed term contract 1 years (Renewable basedon bsnes
Other : This role is open to candidates who have the legal right to work or located/based in KSA.

Please note that all applications should be submitted only in English.
It is advisable to apply in advance to avoid any technical issues at the last moment.

Take the next step in your career with the British Council and help shape the future of corporate learning in the region.

A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.

Safeguarding Statement

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.

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