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Salary: GBP 30,000 - 35,000 / annual
Funding Circle is a fintech platform that uses data-driven technology to help UK small businesses access funding in minutes rather than weeks. The company combines the energy of a startup with the stability of a public company, and last year businesses on the platform generated £7.2bn for the UK economy.
As an Account Executive - Outbound, you will be the first point of contact with Funding Circle borrowers, working on a hybrid basis in London (3 days in office). This is an entry-level sales role designed to teach you the foundations of sales and account management. You will begin with a tailored two-week Sales Induction Programme and receive ongoing support to progress into senior roles such as Account Manager, Business Development Executive, or Sales Team Manager.
Key responsibilities include:
- Making 60-80 phone dials per day to warm leads, generating new opportunities through business development of existing Funding Circle borrowers
- Establishing rapport with customers via telephone and email to build successful relationships
- Pitching Funding Circle's funding proposition against alternative options
- Managing a high-volume, fast-paced pipeline and supporting clients through each stage of the application process
- Taking ownership of monthly targets and continuously refining your approach
- Proactively identifying and mitigating risks, issues, or control weaknesses
- Using Generative AI tools safely and effectively to streamline tasks and improve productivity
Funding Circle is recognized as one of The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For 2026. The company offers a flexible-first approach with benefits including a tailored benefit allowance, private medical and dental coverage, health assessments, digital GP access, life assurance, share schemes, financial coaching, an annual learning allowance, electric car and cycle-to-work schemes, season ticket loans, and award-winning parental leave policies.
Requirements:
- Experience working in a sales or service environment (some exposure beneficial, not extensive experience required)
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with small business owners over phone and email
- Ability to proactively identify ways to use Generative AI to streamline daily tasks and improve personal productivity
- Confident using approved AI tools safely and effectively to enhance output
- Ability to continually develop and maintain your pipeline while managing applications in progress
- Proactivity and desire to develop your career; openness to feedback and continuous development
