At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with customers face-to-face and provide product information.
- Company: Dynamic sales and marketing company in Reading, representing well-known non-profit brands.
- Benefits: Competitive daily earnings, commission, performance incentives, and social events.
- Other info: Full-time availability required; great for those looking to develop customer service skills.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in sales with hands-on experience and support from professionals.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills; no prior experience needed, just a positive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 20250 - 24750 £ per year.
Looking to develop your skills within a customer-facing sales environment. Our client offers an opportunity to gain experience within a face-to-face sales and customer service environment, supported by experienced sales professionals. Based in Reading, our client is a sales and marketing company representing recognisable non-profit brands through face-to-face customer acquisition campaigns. Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their sales division with motivated individuals interested in developing sales and customer service skills. This opportunity operates on a subcontracted basis. Earnings consist of a Brand Awareness Fee (daily earnings paid to you for representing a client for a full day) plus commission and performance incentives. Please note: This role is not suitable for students/international students, as the role requires full-time equivalent availability.
What They Are Looking For:
- Strong English communication and interpersonal skills.
- No previous experience required; customer-facing backgrounds are welcome.
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Full-time equivalent availability (4–5 days per week, Mon–Sat).
The Role:
- Engage with customers face-to-face within residential campaigns across Reading.
- Provide information about products and services while answering customer enquiries.
- Deliver a positive and professional customer experience.
- Support customer acquisition activities and complete relevant sales administration.
What They Offer:
- Culture: Regular social events and a supportive environment.
- Travel & Networking: Opportunities to attend networking events, team activities, and awards nights.
- Financial Rewards: A Competitive Brand Awareness Fee (when applicable), plus commission and performance incentives.
- Upskilling Sessions: Invites to daily sessions ran by experienced sales professionals to help you increase your commissions.
No previous experience is necessary. Applicants from customer service, sales, retail, hospitality, waiting staff, front of house, administration, warehouse and other customer-facing backgrounds may have transferable skills relevant to this opportunity. This role is not suitable for candidates still in education (school/College/University) or current international students. Our client is looking for candidates who can work 4/5 full days per week (Mon-Sat).
Sales Assistant in Reading employer: Blackwater Recruitment Ltd
Our client is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Guildford where you can develop your sales and customer service skills with full training provided. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive team culture, you'll have the opportunity to earn competitive financial rewards while engaging with customers face-to-face. This role is perfect for enthusiastic individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in a thriving non-profit sector.
Contact Details:
Blackwater Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
