Business Development/Telesales

Business Development Team Leader
£28,000 - £30,000 PLUS uncapped Commission
Office Based in Leicester, UK
09:00 – 17:00, Monday - Friday
Permanent Position

Job Description:
As the Business Development Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading a small but growing team, starting with one telesales consultant. Your role will primarily involve booking calls, setting up meetings, and promoting products and services over the phone, similar to the telesales position. Alongside this, you will manage and support your team member, helping them develop their skills, reach their targets, and succeed in their role. This is a key leadership position, perfect for someone eager to drive team growth and success while staying hands-on in a phone-based sales role.

Job Duties:
Make outbound calls to potential clients, book meetings, and promote products/services over the phone.
Lead and support your team member, providing coaching, feedback, and motivation to help them reach their targets and enhance their sales performance.
Set an example through your own phone-based sales activities, maintaining a positive and driven approach.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and potential customers through effective phone communication.
Help with the development of the team as the business grows, ensuring the team is consistently performing at its best.
Provide leadership, training, and support to help your team succeed while managing their day-to-day activities.

Required Qualifications:
Experience managing a team, preferably in a sales or telesales environment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and manage relationships with clients and team members.
Proactive attitude with a genuine interest in helping others develop and succeed.
Ability to manage both sales responsibilities and team support duties effectively.

Experience:
At least 1 year of experience in managing a team in a telesales or phone-based sales environment.
Proven track record of leadership in a sales-driven environment, with experience in coaching and mentoring.

Knowledge and Skills:
Strong understanding of telesales techniques, strategies, and best practices.
Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and support others.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to balance both hands-on sales work and leadership responsibilities.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a leadership position while remaining actively involved in the sales process. If you're looking to take the next step in your career and lead a growing team, apply now!