Sales Executive
SER-0001-26
Duration18 months
Weekly Hours37 hrs/week
Starting Rate£370.00/week
LevelLevel 5
Location
Norwich
About This Role
Requirements
Qualifications Required
GCSE Maths - grade 4 or above or Level 2 equivalent
GCSE English - grade 4 or above or Level 2 Equivalent
A levels or a Level 3 equivalent in a relatable subject.
Additional Information
What will the apprentice be doing on site
This role is ideal for someone looking to make their next steps within Business. The successful candidate will have business experience and be familiar working in an office environment.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Promote and sell accredited training courses, primarily NEBOSH and IOSH qualifications.
• Identify and develop new Business to Business training opportunities with employers and organisations.
• Build relationships with prospective clients through telephone, email, LinkedIn, networking and digital marketing activities.
• Attend local employment events, networking groups, exhibitions and trade shows to promote the business.
• Research and identify new business opportunities and maintain a sales pipeline.
• Search for, review and assist with the preparation of PQQs, tender submissions and framework applications.
• Support bid writing and contract acquisition activities.
• Follow up customer enquiries, quotations and proposals.
• Maintain CRM records and sales activity reporting.
• Assist with marketing campaigns promoting both Business to Business and Business to Consumer services.
• Support the growth of corporate training contracts, consultancy services and repeat business opportunities.
• Develop a sound understanding of health and safety training and consultancy services to support customer enquiries and sales conversations.
Are there restrictions
A driving license is required but the business can consider individuals close to completing their test.
The apprentice will need
Some business and customer relations experience.
What sort of candidate are you looking for
This role will suit someone who is reliable, hardworking and driven to achieve results. They must also be able to work independently.
Essential qualities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft 365.
• Professional, organised and customer-focused.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and willingness to develop sales skills.
• Interest in health and safety or a willingness to learn about the sector to support customer conversations and sales activities.
Desirable qualities
Desirable Characteristics
• Interest in business development, sales or marketing.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Understanding of social media and LinkedIn.
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience of networking or representing an organisation in a professional setting.
Work Week
37 hours per week Monday to Friday