Sales Development Representative - Training Academy Support

Job Title: Sales Development Representative (SDR) - Training Academy Support

Day Rate: £150-£180/day
Bonus: £50 incentive per qualified meeting booked
Type: Contract (with potential to go permanent)
Location: Rotherham

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and driven Sales Development Representative (SDR) to support our Commercial Training Academy team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in generating new business by cold calling corporate organisations, booking qualified meetings, and contributing to the growth of our client base.

This is a high-activity, outbound calling role that demands energy, resilience, and a strong understanding of the sales process. With a competitive day rate, attractive incentives, and a potential pathway to a permanent position, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious sales professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a minimum of 50 outbound cold calls per day to corporate clients
• Book qualified meetings with key decision-makers to support the Training Academy's commercial growth
• Use CRM systems (ideally Salesforce) to manage lead pipelines, record activities, and track performance
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine messaging and identify ideal target audiences
• Meet daily, weekly, and monthly activity and conversion targets
• Continuously improve outreach techniques based on feedback and performance metrics

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven outbound sales calling experience (ideally B2B/corporate-focused)
• Confidence and resilience in cold calling environments
• Proficient in using CRM platforms, with Salesforce experience being highly desirable
• Excellent verbal communication, persuasion, and negotiation skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet KPIs in a fast-paced environment

Desirable

• Background in Energy or Utilities sector
• Experience booking meetings or demos for training or B2B service-based offerings

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a vibrant team, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

We can't wait to hear from you!

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