Leasing and 1:1 Specialist in Stafford

Location: Converge HQ, Stafford

Department: Schools

Contract: Full-time, Temporary

Converge is looking for a proactive, customer-focused, and driven Leasing and 1:1 Specialist to join our Schools team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional who is passionate about building relationships, identifying opportunities, and supporting schools with innovative 1:1 technology programmes. You'll play a key role in driving growth across the education sector while helping schools access sustainable technology solutions that support learning outcomes.

About the Role

As Leasing and 1:1 Specialist, you'll be responsible for developing new business opportunities and expanding relationships with schools across the Primary, Secondary, Academy, Multi Academy Trust, and Independent School sectors. You'll work closely with leasing partners, OEM vendors, Business Development Managers, and Account Managers to identify, develop, and deliver successful 1:1 device programmes, join leasing meetings and to find new leasing opportunities. You'll be instrumental in increasing customer engagement, generating quality sales opportunities, and supporting the continued growth of Converge's education business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Proactively identify and engage prospective customers within the education sector.
• Promote Converge's leasing and 1:1 technology solutions to schools and trusts.
• Work alongside leasing partners to uncover, develop, and close new 1:1 opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Account Management and New Business teams to identify growth opportunities.
• Review created quotes and identify any that do not have lease quotes attached.
• Arrange and coordinate high-quality customer appointments for Business Development Managers.
• Qualify customer requirements and gather detailed information to support successful sales outcomes.
• Build relationships with major OEM partners including Microsoft, Lenovo, HP, Acer, and Asus to maximise deal registration opportunities.
• Maintain accurate customer records and activity within the CRM system.
• Produce management reports and maintain high-quality sales data.
• Work with the Marketing team to support the promotion and development of 1:1 programmes.
• Handle customer enquiries and complaints professionally, ensuring appropriate escalation where necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, management systems, and health and safety procedures.
• Support Converge's sustainability and corporate social responsibility objectives.
• Undertake additional projects and responsibilities as required.
• Full involvement with all 1:1 Schemes, tracking orders made on portals, arranging stock.

What You Bring

We're looking for an enthusiastic and commercially minded individual who enjoys building relationships and creating opportunities. You'll bring:

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to sales and business development.
• Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders within schools and trusts.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities effectively.
• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to providing excellent service.
• Strong attention to detail and CRM data management skills.
• A positive, solution-focused attitude with a desire to continuously improve.

Qualifications & Desirable Skills

Essential

• GCSE English or equivalent.
• GCSE Mathematics or equivalent.
• Proven experience of cold calling and generating new business opportunities.
• Experience planning and coordinating customer meetings.
• High standard of written and verbal communication.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Education sector.
• Experience in education sales.
• Understanding of leasing solutions and 1:1 device programmes within schools.
• Experience conducting on-site customer meetings.
• NVQ in Business & Communication, Customer Service, Telesales, or a related discipline.

Who You Are

You're passionate about helping customers succeed and enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You are proactive, resilient, and driven to achieve results while building lasting relationships. You demonstrate a growth mindset, embrace teamwork, and consistently put customers first. Most importantly, you're committed to Converge's values of Empowering Our People, Sustainability & Community at Heart, Customer-Centric Excellence, and Partnerships Built on Trust.