Account Director (Public Safety)

TL;DR

Account Director (Public Safety): Managing and growing the Metropolitan Police account with an accent on deep sector knowledge, strategic relationship building, and commercial leadership. Focus on driving revenue, overseeing complex programme delivery, and positioning the company as a trusted partner for mission-critical public safety solutions.

Location: Must be based in the UK with the right to work and travel within the UK

Company

NEC Software Solutions is a global technology provider delivering integrated software and IT services to governments, police forces, and public services to support critical infrastructure and community safety.

What you will do

• Establish and maintain high-level relationships with key stakeholders at the Metropolitan Police.
• Manage the full commercial and contractual lifecycle of the account, including procurement and negotiations.
• Identify new business opportunities and manage the sales pipeline to meet revenue and margin targets.
• Coordinate internal resources to ensure successful delivery of complex programmes and resolve service issues.
• Act as a strategic partner to understand customer pain points and provide effective software solutions.
• Take full financial ownership of the account, managing costs and resource allocation.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of the UK Policing market, specifically the Metropolitan Police and associated stakeholders.
• Proven track record in business development and managing significant key customer accounts.
• Demonstrable experience in stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to manage and shape complex sales opportunities from inception to successful outcome.
• Must have pre-existing right to work and travel within the UK.
• Strong commercial acumen and leadership skills with the ability to act as a thought leader.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme and life assurance cover.
• 25 days paid holiday with options to buy or sell leave.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning with over 15,000 courses.
• Flexible benefits package tailored to individual needs.
• Inclusive work environment with a focus on professional growth and public service impact.