Partner Sales Consultant

Partner Sales Consultant

A bit about Smartly, a Datacom company

We exist to make it simpler for Kiwi businesses to look after their people. We’re known as the simple way to sort your payroll and people management for over 22,000 businesses. Our slick software combined with our awesome support team help businesses pay their people on time, accurately and in line with legislation.

We wholeheartedly believe that if you put people first, everyone wins. Great employees and great employee relationships are still one of the most valuable things a business can have. Look after them, and success however you measure it gets easier. Your people win, your customers win, you win.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Partner Sales Consultant - This is a revenue-focused role at the heart of our partner ecosystem. You are responsible for converting partner-sourced leads into signed Smartly customers, unlocking upsell potential and fuelling growth from new and existing relationships with accountants, bookkeepers, bureaus, and franchise groups.

This role blends the agility of a phone-based Account Executive with a strong understanding of how partners operate. You won’t own the partner relationships long-term, but your skill in influencing, qualifying, and closing deals will make you an essential part of the Smartly partner engine.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for building lasting partnerships. If you're excited about driving growth and working in a fast-paced, team-oriented & high performing environment, we want to hear from you!

Required Skills & Experience

• Sales or customer service experience, preferably in a B2B environment Experience working with a sales system such as HubSpot, desirable Time management and prioritization skills


• Well-developed oral and written communication skills


• Have a hunter & farmer mentality, looking to maximise opportunities with a creative mindset


• Experience in the HR and payroll space is a bonus


• Proven influencing and interpersonal relationship building skills


• Effective work organisation skills with an ability to manage a wide variety of tasks Ability to work as part of a team but also be self-directed and self-motivated


• Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office software

What you'll get: 

• An attractive salary & Incentive Scheme


• Invite to business events + some experience in the field


• Accelerated career progression


• Advanced sales training development


• Flexible working – work from home up to three days a week


• Awesome company-wide culture


• Be a part of a high growth business that celebrates their people.


• Great benefits such as birthday leave, health, life and trauma insurance, income protection.

Please submit your Cover Letter & CV by clicking the Apply button.