Global Account Manager
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Salary
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£55,200
Going rate
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3556 (88% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £55,200, and Lenovo Technology (United Kingdom) Limited is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers) · 88% match
- Possible 3552 (Business sales executives) · 12% match
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New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Most likely code | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
3552 Business sales executives Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Req #
WD00103262Career area:
SalesCountry/Region:
United KingdomState:
HampshireCity:
FarnboroughDate:
Friday, August 28, 2026Working time:
Full-time Additional Locations: * United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.
The Global Account Manager (EMEA) will manage and grow a portfolio of strategic Retail, CPG, and Manufacturing accounts across the region. This role focuses on building executive-level customer relationships, driving solution-led sales across Lenovo's Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) portfolio, and delivering long-term growth through strategic account management. The successful candidate will bring experience managing multinational customers, leading complex sales opportunities, and collaborating across global teams. The position requires approximately 30% travel across EMEA and globally.
What You Will Do:
- Own and execute strategic account plans for assigned global customers, driving sustainable revenue growth and long-term partnerships.
- Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities through consultative selling, cross-selling, upselling, and expansion into new solution areas.
- Build trusted relationships with executive stakeholders and act as the primary point of accountability for customer engagement across EMEA.
- Position Lenovo as a strategic technology partner by aligning business outcomes with customer transformation priorities.
- Lead complex solution sales opportunities across infrastructure, data center, services, and broader Lenovo technology portfolios.
- Coordinate global and regional teams to support RFPs, strategic bids, contract negotiations, and large-scale deal execution.
- Collaborate with technical, services, supply chain, and business teams to deliver tailored customer solutions and ensure successful outcomes.
- Maintain disciplined pipeline management, forecasting accuracy, account governance, and regular business reviews.
What We Look For:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Extensive experience in enterprise sales, strategic account management, or global account management within the technology sector.
- Demonstrated success managing large multinational customer environments and complex stakeholder ecosystems.
- Strong experience selling infrastructure, data center, cloud, services, or other enterprise technology solutions.
- Proven ability to engage, influence, and build relationships with C-level executives and senior decision-makers.
What We Offer:
- An international team with a high focus on Gender Diversity
- Employee Assistance Program, e.g., for psychological, legal & financial consultancy
- You are joining a company that prioritizes sustainable solutions like CO2 Offset, Asset Recovery Services, and the Lenovo Certified Refurbished portfolio
- Access to training for personal development - Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees
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Where this offer sits in the market
Sales accounts and business development managers (SOC 3556) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~448k in sample- Middle half £40,144–71,448
- Median £53,820
- Going rate £55,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,600–49,680
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Lenovo Technology (United Kingdom) Limited holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3556 going rate of £55,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.