Real Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with an industry-leading organisation that works within the entertainment, live performance, broadcasting and education sectors, to recruit a driven and proactive Equipment Sales Account Manager (Desk Based) to join their sales & business development teams based in Bristol, on a full time, permanent basis.

Our client offers hybrid working options 1-2 days from home per week following training,

This is a great opportunity for someone commercially minded and technically confident, who enjoys building long-term client relationships and uncovering new opportunities across the entertainment, theatre, leisure, education, heritage, and public sectors.

What's Available to You

SALARY: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE + Bonus

* 25 Days holiday per annum (Rising to 30 days) + Bank Holidays

* Hybrid Working Options

* Additional Holiday Purchase Scheme

* Healthcare Cash Plan

* Entry into Monthly Stage Events Draw

* Giving Back - Paid Volunteering Days

What You'll Be Doing As An Account Manager (Equipment Sales)

This is a proactive account management role - with a strong focus on nurturing and growing existing client relationships, as well as developing new business (around 20%).

You'll be expected to build rapport, forging strong relationships and spot commercial opportunities. Working with the Technical Team you will confidently an consultatively advise clients on the best equipment for their needs.

* Manage and grow a portfolio of existing clients across key sectors

* Identify new opportunities within existing accounts and develop strong repeat business

* Prospect and develop new business relationships to support growth targets

* Provide technical product advice and commercial support

* Prepare, issue, and follow up on quotes to ensure clients are supported from start to finish

* Use CRM tools to manage pipeline, track performance and ensure timely follow-up

* Keep up to date with new product ranges and market trends

What You'll Bring

* Experience in a sales, account management or business development role (desk-based or field)

* Commercially aware and confident working to targets

* Personable, proactive, and motivated by building great relationships

* Organised and reliable - able to manage your own workload with autonomy

* A passion for the entertainment/events/production industry

* Good technical understanding of entertainment equipment (lighting, rigging, AV, staging etc.) - Highly Beneficial

If you're someone who enjoys working closely with clients, understands the tech, and thrives in a proactive environment — we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and we'll be in touch to discuss