Samuel Ekundayo

• Managed operational and commercial strategy for two leading recruitment branches within a national network of 51.
• Oversaw annual turnover of £650,000 while sustaining a gross margin of 24% in challenging markets.
• Guided team of sales and recruitment consultants, introducing KPIs that enhanced productivity and client fill rates.
• Secured key accounts with national clients like Travis Perkins, elevating recurring revenue.
• Drove performance improvement initiatives resulting in increased productivity levels.
• Managed cross functional teams to achieve business objectives.
• Developed strategic plans by coordinating with executive team.
• Implemented effective workforce planning and cost-control strategies, improving payroll efficiency while reducing annual overheads.
• Handled payroll for nearly 30 staff members, enforcing compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Promoted from Sales Development Representative (SDR) to Account Manager within 12 months, consistently exceeding lead generation and pipeline targets.
• Managed portfolio of mid-to-large enterprise clients, driving account expansion and upsell opportunities worth £400,000 annually.
• Delivered tailored SaaS solutions to improve client operational efficiency, retention, and ROI.
• Collaborated cross functionally with product, customer success, and marketing teams to ensure smooth onboarding and client satisfaction.
• Awards & Recognition at The Access Group:
• Most Impactful SDR and Best New SDR (outstanding first-year performance)
• Highflyers 2023: ranked top 7 out of 400+ sales professionals nationwide
• Best ERP Account Manager within the business unit in 2024

• Directed daily operations for care staffing agency with strong workforce.
• Achieved 60% revenue growth through targeted marketing strategies.
• Reduced overhead costs through efficient resource allocation and budget management.
• Strengthened relationships with care homes and hospitals to enhance service delivery.
• Negotiated with insurers and finance providers to optimise operational costs.
• Managed recruitment and payroll processes to ensure workforce efficiency.

• Expanded regional client base through strategic networking and targeted B2B campaigns.
• Crafted client portfolios and proposals that successfully converted meetings into signed agreements.
• Oversaw daily sales operations, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Trained sales staff, leading to improved selling techniques and customer service skills.

Supervise tenant management, coordinate maintenance scheduling, and facilitate rent collection for multiple residential units.

Enhanced interpersonal, organisational, and problem solving abilities within sales, customer service, and hospitality sectors (including Argos, Primark, Next, Holiday Inn).