Graduate Sales Executive

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 1449614879-2
  • Date Posted: 19 September 2024
  • Apprentice Employer: IDHL
  • Location: City, Leeds
  • Apprentice Pay: £24,000 to £27,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: Plus Commission Structure
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Sales & Marketing, Digital, Driving, Health and Safety, Marketing, Social care
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

Graduate Sales Executive

Location: Hybrid Working in one of the following locations:-, Leeds, Manchester

Salary: £24,000 - £27,000 per annum, Plus Commission Structure

With over 20 years experience under their belt, they d say they know a thing or two about all things digital.

Our client s portfolio of services span performance marketing, website development, eCommerce, and data intelligence. But they re more than just a digital agency; they're their client's key partner in growth.

Their superpower is helping ambitious brands accelerate their growth in the digital economy, and they work with some pretty cool clients like Costa, Leeds Football Club, and Faberge.

The Role

As a Graduate Sales Executive, you will play a crucial role in driving their business forward. You'll be responsible for identifying and cultivating new opportunities, forging strong client relationships, and contributing to their continuous growth.

What You'll Do:

  • Prospect, grow sales pipelines, and generate leads through email outreach, Sales Navigator, LinkedIn, Lusha, and cold calling
  • Participate in daily morning team meetings with the new business team to strategise daily action plans
  • Assist in creating target lists by sector and developing action plans to secure new business
  • Progress to the negotiation and closure of new business opportunities
  • Address client inquiries and furnish pertinent information to maximise sales potential
  • Maintain accurate records within internal systems
  • Stay up to date with industry and company trends and developments

What They Offer:

  • Comprehensive Training: You'll receive structured training and ongoing support to help you excel in your role
  • Mentorship: Benefit from the guidance of experienced professionals who are invested in your growth
  • Career Progression: IDHL values talent and dedication. This role offers a clear path for advancement within their organisation
  • Competitive Compensation: They offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • A Collaborative Environment: Join a vibrant team of professionals who work together to achieve their goals

Skills and Qualifications

  • A recent graduate with a degree in any discipline
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • A passion for sales and business development
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
  • Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn
  • The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
  • Adaptability and a willingness to embrace new challenges

Benefits

Aside from working with some of the best in the business (there are nearly 400 of them), they offer a variety of benefits all aimed at making your life that little bit sweeter:

Performance-based bonus schemes

26 days holiday plus bank holidays and a birthday lie-in

Two additional days for wellbeing and a volunteering day

Additional annual leave purchase scheme or trade leave you don t use for extra salary

Hybrid working (a mix of office and home-based for many of their roles)

Flexible working scheme

Financial support from Salary Finance and Bippit

Company pension scheme and health care cash plan

Private health care dependent on length of service

Clear training and progression programme

Free mortgage advice from experts

Regular company events and awards

Employee perks portal

Plus many more, visit their careers page for more details

To Apply

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