At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn consultative sales skills and build long-term client relationships.
- Company: Dynamic company offering a supportive environment for growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, comprehensive training, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Diverse backgrounds welcome; perfect for those eager to grow in sales.
- Why this job: Kickstart your sales career with no prior experience needed and earn while you learn.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a motivated attitude are essential.
The predicted salary is between 33000 - 35000 £ per year.
Trainee Sales Account Executive – London £33,000–£35,000 base salary uncapped commission. Full training provided | No previous sales experience required.
Our client is looking for ambitious individuals ready to take their first step into a commercial career. This Trainee Sales Account Executive role is ideal for someone who wants to develop consultative sales skills, build long-term client relationships, and work across a variety of sectors — all without needing any prior experience in sales. If you’re driven, curious, and confident engaging with people, this opportunity provides the training and support to develop into a high-performing Account Executive.
The Role
As a Trainee Sales Account Executive, you'll learn how to manage the full early-stage sales process — from identifying potential customers to handling conversations that uncover business needs. This is a people-focused role. You’ll be speaking with prospects, understanding their challenges, and positioning solutions that genuinely add value. You’ll work closely with senior team members, gaining direct insight into how successful Account Executives operate. Our client offers a structured development programme designed to build your skills step by step, so you can progress quickly with the right effort and attitude.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Researching and identifying potential clients across a mix of industries
- Initiating conversations with key decision-makers
- Understanding customer challenges and mapping them to the right solutions
- Supporting the wider sales team by qualifying and handing over warm opportunities
- Contributing to account-building activities and nurturing early relationships
- Learning consultative sales techniques and becoming confident with sales platforms and tools
Who This Suits
This role is open to applicants from all backgrounds — especially those with strong communication skills gained in hospitality, retail, customer service, sports coaching, performing arts, or any people-facing role. What matters most is your attitude. Our client is looking for someone who demonstrates:
- Clear, confident communication
- Motivation to build a long-term sales career
- Curiosity and a desire to learn
- Professionalism and resilience
- The ability to build rapport with a variety of individuals
- Transferable skills from any previous work experience
- No sales experience is expected — just potential.
What You’ll Receive
- £33,000–£35,000 base salary
- Uncapped commission with strong earning potential
- Comprehensive training and personalised coaching
- A modern, supportive sales environment
- Clear progression into a fully fledged Account Executive role
- Exposure to clients across diverse industries
How to Apply
If you're ready to develop into a confident sales professional and want a role that rewards potential over experience, we’d love to hear from you. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and more innovative. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Hit apply or reach out to one of our talent team to progress your application and journey with us.
Locations
Entry Level BDE (HF1309493) in City of London, London employer: Flourish
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work culture in the heart of London. With a focus on personal development, they provide comprehensive training and coaching to help you thrive as a Trainee Sales Account Executive, while also promoting diversity and inclusion within their team. This role not only offers a competitive salary and uncapped commission but also paves the way for rapid career progression in a vibrant sales environment.
