Sales Development Executive - entry level

Sales Development Executive - entry level.

Hitchin | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm | Full-time - Office based

We are working with an established Hitchin-based business who are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Sales Development Executive to join their busy team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in sales. Full training will be provided, and there is an excellent opportunity to progress within the organisation into a Business Development Manager role.

You will be responsible for speaking with prospective clients, introducing the company and its services, identifying key decision-makers and generating new business opportunities by arranging appointments for the Business Development team.

Day-to-Day Duties

Making a high volume of outbound calls to prospective clients
Introducing the company and its services to potential new clients
Researching businesses and identifying key decision-makers
Speaking confidently and professionally with decision-makers and contacts
Handling gatekeepers professionally and effectively
Asking initial questions to understand a client's needs
Booking appointments for Business Development Managers
Following up on conversations via telephone, email and LinkedIn
Maintaining accurate records of calls, contacts and conversations
Consistently following up with prospective clients
Working towards agreed activity levels, appointment targets and team objectives
Passing more complex conversations to experienced colleagues where appropriate
Developing your knowledge of the company, its services and the wider sales processCandidate Specification

Our client is looking for someone who:

Is confident and comfortable making a high volume of outbound calls
Is prepared to make cold calls and enjoys starting conversations with new people
Communicates clearly and professionally
Has the resilience to move on positively to the next call
Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to the team
Is motivated by targets and takes pride in achieving results
Is keen to learn and develop their sales skills
Is interested in building a long-term career within the organisation
Lives locally to Hitchin
Is happy to work full-time in the officePrevious sales experience is not essential as full training will be provided. What matters most is your confidence, communication skills, resilience and willingness to learn.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Benefits

Bonus when targets are achieved
Free on-site parking
20 days holiday building up to 25 days after 5 years service.
Pension scheme
Full training and ongoing development
Excellent opportunity to progress into a Business Development Manager role
Opportunity to build a long-term career within an established organisationIf you are confident, motivated and enjoy speaking to new people, this could be an excellent opportunity to start and develop your career in sales.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

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