The Company:
Leyton is a global consultancy firm dedicated to helping companies of all sizes improve their business performance with innovation funding through underutilized tax strategies and incentives. Founded in 1997, we have grown to over 2000 employees in 13 countries, with US offices in Boston and San Francisco. Having a newer US presence gives us the feel of a startup with the financial stability of a larger company.
Currently in the US, our specific expertise is in the implementation and optimization of Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief and Credits. Our business consultants, technical experts and tax specialists work with a wide range of companies, offering strategic advice on how R&D work can be structured and financed. Our sales and strategic teams initiate rewarding conversations with hundreds of firms in 70+ niche markets. So far we've helped over 25,000 companies uncover tax credits to help fund innovation and accelerate the growth of their business.
We offer real career opportunities in a fast-growing, friendly firm with a dynamic and ambitious team. With diverse groups from sales to scientists, there is plenty to learn and collaborate on - ideal for those who are intellectually curious. Our compensation package is competitive and you will be rewarded on the basis of your personal performance, as well as on the basis of the company's overall achievements. For the right candidate, the extensive growth plans for the US offer the opportunity to progress quickly.
Function of the role:
We service a wide variety of customers across all sectors of industry, therefore the Account Executive will work with a variety of different businesses. The Account Executive's main responsibility is to generate new business accounts, while being supported by a team of Business Development Representatives. Target markets are early stage companies and SMBs.
Main Responsibilities will include:

• Managing the full sales cycle including proposals
• Assessing opportunities in new industry verticals and implementing outreach campaigns with the support of the marketing team
• Directly reporting into the team manager while working autonomously and collaborating with fellow team members
• Generate leads and attend meetings regularly every month through networking and general prospecting
• Tools used include Salesforce, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, SalesLoft
• Monthly KPI and Annual revenue target driven

Desired experience and skills:

• 2 - 5 years of proven significant sales or business development experience in high-volume, outbound roles
• Outstanding communication skills; confident, articulate and persuasive
• Motivated, self-starter
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Perks and Benefits
Leyton offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, healthcare FSA, HRA, 401K, pre-tax transit and parking plans, PTO, and observed holidays. With a culture built on collaborative teamwork, respect and honesty, energy and can-do attitudes, dynamic innovation and excellence, Leyton fosters a supportive and empowering environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
Leyton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.