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Salary: GBP 24,300 - 67,500 / annual
Hudl is seeking an Account Executive I to join its London-based sales team, focusing on sourcing and signing new customers in the amateur and grassroots football market across the UK. You will work directly with sports organisations, understanding their pain points and helping them leverage Hudl's video analysis and team management solutions.
In this role, you'll own your sales territory, managing a mix of inbound and outbound leads with high-velocity drive and creative negotiation to close deals. You'll be expected to visit customers consistently, often several times per month, and attend the London office a minimum of 3 days per week. Success requires strong organisational skills, relationship-building ability, and the confidence to engage decision-makers across phone, video, and in-person channels.
Hudl positions itself as "the team behind the team," supporting coaches and athletes at all levels with tools for video capture, data analysis, and highlight sharing. The company emphasises a collaborative culture where autonomy is valued, professional development is encouraged, and work-life harmony is prioritised through flexible vacation, remote work options, and meeting-free timeout days.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience in a customer-facing sales role
- Strong motivation to exceed targets and continuously improve
- Relentless closing ability with high-velocity drive and creative negotiation skills
- Excellent organisational skills for territory mapping and prospect management
- Passion for sports and technology
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills; comfort calling decision-makers
- Proactive approach to planning and reimagining customer solutions
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
- Willingness to travel frequently (several times per month)
- Must live within commuting distance of London office
NICE-TO-HAVES:
- Previous experience in a sporting environment, particularly football
- Understanding of SaaS sales methodologies and consulting approaches
- Experience with technical pre-sales and solution consulting
