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Adam Atkinson

Warrington,GB

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven with over 25 years of experience driving revenue growth across cybersecurity, GRC, and managed IT services. Proven success in managing and developing high‑performing teams, overseeing the full sales lifecycle for new and existing business, consistently surpassing targets, and cultivating high‑value client relationships across Mid‑Market and Enterprise segments throughout EMEA. A strategic thinker and skilled negotiator, adept at applying consultative selling methodologies such as MEDDPICC and Miller Heiman to accelerate pipeline velocity and close complex deals. Experienced in stakeholder engagement across Commercial, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Public Sector environments, with a track record that includes securing a £620k deal at Claranet and delivering 151% base growth at Sophos. Passionate about building empowered sales cultures and delivering client‑centric solutions that drive sustainable growth and long‑term partnerships.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Managed IT & Security Specialist

Radius Connect
Remote
2025.10 - Current

Dedicated IT and Security specialist supporting Radius Connects Key and Strategic account managers. Provide technical guidance for complex IT and security requirements. Partnering closely with account managers, Helped shape strategic roadmaps and improve customer resilience through proactive identification of risks, vulnerabilities, and optimisation opportunities across IT infrastructure, and security posture.

Account Director

Sapphire
Remote
2023.04 - 2025.05
  • Company Overview: The only 100% UK-owned and operated IT & OT security provider.
  • Create and execute comprehensive Account Development Plans and Pursuit/Close Plans to secure net-new business opportunities.
  • Developed and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across Enterprise Accounts in Commercial, FSI, and Public Sectors.
  • Delivered £854k AOV vs £960k target (89%) in FY24
  • Delivered £1.34M AOV vs £1.2M target (112%) in FY25
  • Successfully closed largest mXDR deal.
  • Secured net new Enterprise clients, significantly expanding company's presence in key markets. These include Ford Credit, Motor Insurance Bureau, First Bank of Nigeria, Compleat Food Group and multiple Housing Associations.
  • Reason for Leaving: Organisation’s move back to hybrid working created commute that was no longer sustainable for me.

Territory Account Manager

Sophos
Manchester
2021.11 - 2023.03
  • Company Overview: Global leader in next-generation cybersecurity solutions.
  • Achieve bookings quota across assigned accounts, ranging from 100 to 2,000 users, within designated territory.
  • 140% base growth through renewals, cross-sell, and upsell initiatives, while also developing new business opportunities.
  • Exceeded quota and achieved 151% base growth during FY23.
  • Set territory on growth path that led to it becoming highest-performing territory outside of London with 19x qualified MDR opportunities.
  • Managed vacant territory for 6 months, driving over 140% growth.
  • Earned highest score in UK Sales for MDR Elevated Pitch challenge.
  • Reason for Leaving: Chose voluntary redundancy to advance career and secure 50% salary increase.

Sales Executive

Claranet
Warrington
2019.09 - 2021.11
  • Company Overview: Leading Managed Service Provider, specializing in modernizing and running critical applications, data, and infrastructure.
  • Managed customer relations by aligning their business goals with Network, Voice, Collaboration, Cloud, and Cybersecurity solutions to drive successful outcomes.
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing effective sales proposals, utilizing Miller Heiman Sales Methodology to secure new business.
  • Secured landmark deal with total contract value of £620k of new business from manufacturing company supplying gas and oil industry.
  • Successfully deployed Teams Voice solution for Penlon in just 24 hours, facilitating collaboration for VentilatorChallengeUK Consortium inc partners such as Airbus, BAe Systems, Ford, and UK-based F1 teams.
  • Achieved 118% base growth during FY21.
  • Achieved 130% base growth during FY22 (4 months).
  • Reason for Leaving: Transitioned to Sophos alongside Sales Director to pursue career advancement.

Business Owner

HealthEat Kitchen
Hale
2017.01 - 2020.02
  • Company Overview: Founder and owner of HealthEat Kitchen, meal prep and healthy takeaway company preparing over 1,500 macro-counted meals weekly.
  • Business Management: Oversaw daily operations, delegated to Head Chef for seamless management.
  • Staff Management: Led hiring, training, and development of staff to maintain high standards in food preparation and customer service.
  • Marketing and Sales: Developed and executed marketing strategies to attract and retain customers, managing online presence and promotions.
  • Quality Control: Ensured all meals adhered to highest quality standards and complied with health and safety regulations.
  • Customer Service: Maintained excellent customer relations, addressing inquiries, complaints, and feedback to enhance satisfaction.
  • Supply Chain Management: Sourced and managed suppliers, ensuring consistent availability of fresh, organic ingredients.

Sales Specialist

BT Plc
Warrington
1998.09 - 2016.06
  • Company Overview: Career spanning 18 years of working in various roles.
  • Mobile Sales Specialist (09/2011 - 06/2016) Specialized in mobile sales strategies for mobile estates between 100-10,000 connections.
  • Acquisition & Save Team (08/2005 - 09/2011) Focused on retaining and acquiring new customers through effective solutions.
  • Business Sales Executive (07/2004 - 08/2005) Engaged with business clients to deliver tailored sales solutions.
  • Covering Sales Manager (11/2002 - 07/2004) Led team in driving sales performance and managing client relationships.
  • Team Coach (11/2002 - 07/2004) Mentored and developed team members to enhance sales effectiveness.
  • Consumer Sales (07/1999 - 11/2002) Delivered exceptional customer service and sales support to individual consumers.
  • Reason for Leaving: Opted for voluntary redundancy to explore business ventures.

Education

NVQ Level 3 - Leisure and Tourism

Appleton College
Warrington
1996.09 - 1998.06

Skills

  • Consultative Sales Methodologies
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Market Penetration Strategy
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Account Management

Affiliations

  • Outside of my professional life, I coach my son's under-11 football team and enjoy staying active, having completed the 2024 London Marathon, raising over £3,000 for Children with Cancer. If not at the gym, you'll find me on the golf course, playing poker, at the shooting range or jumping out of a plane at 14,000ft

Timeline

Managed IT & Security Specialist

Radius Connect
2025.10 - Current

Account Director

Sapphire
2023.04 - 2025.05

Territory Account Manager

Sophos
2021.11 - 2023.03

Sales Executive

Claranet
2019.09 - 2021.11

Business Owner

HealthEat Kitchen
2017.01 - 2020.02

Sales Specialist

BT Plc
1998.09 - 2016.06

NVQ Level 3 - Leisure and Tourism

Appleton College
1996.09 - 1998.06
Adam Atkinson