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Sales Executive - Schools

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic sales professional looking for a role where you will be challenged on a daily basis. The Sales Executive will work for an award-winning educational publication for young people within the education sector, in their friendly, successful sales team.

The organisation’s continual work and reputation within the UK make it a great time to become a part of their mission and help to make a difference.

Based in London, this role is a fantastic sales position, which involves diverse sales responsibilities.

Key responsibilities will include: 

  • Research and convert new sales leads to meet targets
  • Increase retention through developing key relationships
  • Identify key prospects/opportunities, set priorities and provide half termly briefings
  • Regularly updating the team on results and potential improvements
  • Reporting to schools on a weekly basis
  • Increase conversion rates by monitoring schools during product trials
  • Work closely with CRM Manager, Outbound Calling team as well as external teams
  • Initiate and attend cluster events; managing attendees
  • Attend education events, when necessary
  • Create event follow up strategies to maximize sales and trials

The ideal person will have:

  • Proven track record of sales experience  
  • Highly focused on delivery targets
  • Excellent communication skills; face to face and over the phone
  • Ability to provide a consultative sales approach
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Ability to work proactively and autonomously
  • Sensitivity to the education sector
  • Openness to attending events; occasional weekend and evening work

If you would like to be part of a passionate, successful sales team, please forward your CV, along with a cover letter, outlining your salary expectations and availability, and we will send you a more detailed job description.

Sales Executive - Schools

Redwood, Central London
Permanent
Educational
Business Development, Sales
Reference: 
SES280716
Salary description: 
Competitive salary, plus commission and benefits

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