Graduate Sales Executive (Ref: 100025)

Graduate Sales Executive (Ref: 100025)

Full-Time 35000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Forsyth Barnes

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Generate new business, build client relationships, and close placements for top brands.
  • Company: Forsyth Barnes, the No.1 global talent partner in eTail technology.
  • Benefits: Uncapped commission, realistic earnings, luxury incentives, and dedicated coaching.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic team and enjoy a structured training programme.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your sales career with real earning potential and growth opportunities.
  • Qualifications: Recent graduates with ambition, confidence, and a competitive spirit.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 55000 £ per year.

Nottingham | On-site | Graduate Sales Role

Uncapped commission up to 50% | Year 1 OTE: £35k–£55k

Recently graduated and looking for a sales career where your effort actually turns into earnings, progression, and long-term opportunity? Forsyth Barnes is the No.1 global talent partner in the eTail technology space. We partner with brands including Nike, ASOS, Gymshark, Lululemon, Macy’s and Burberry, helping them build high-performing technology teams. We’re hiring Graduate Sales Executives to join our Nottingham office in a recruitment sales role where performance is directly rewarded.

The role

This is a full-cycle commercial role where you’ll learn how to build your own market, develop client relationships, source candidates, manage processes, negotiate deals, and close placements. You’ll be responsible for:

  • Generating new business through calls, LinkedIn, email, networking, and targeted outreach
  • Building relationships with hiring managers and senior decision-makers
  • Sourcing and headhunting high-calibre candidates
  • Managing client and candidate conversations
  • Closing placements and earning commission

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for recent graduates from the last 4 years who are ambitious, confident, competitive, and serious about building a career in sales. Sales experience is a plus, but we’re also open to people who have shown drive through university, sport, part-time work, internships, societies, fundraising, competitive environments, or target-driven roles.

You’ll do well here if you are:

  • Confident speaking to new people
  • Competitive and resilient
  • Motivated by money and progression
  • Coachable, energetic, and willing to learn

What you’ll get

  • Uncapped commission up to 50%
  • No thresholds
  • Realistic earnings: Year 1: £35k–£55k | Year 2: £45k–£85k | Year 3: £60k–£100k
  • 12-week structured training programme
  • Dedicated sales coaching from day one
  • Clear, merit-based progression
  • High achiever incentives including luxury holidays, exclusive events, and performance rewards

Ready to turn your ambition into a high-earning sales career? Apply now or contact Brogan Lees-Collier to find out more.

Graduate Sales Executive (Ref: 100025) employer: Forsyth Barnes

Forsyth Barnes is an exceptional employer for recent graduates seeking a dynamic sales career in Nottingham. With uncapped commission potential and a structured training programme, employees are empowered to achieve their financial goals while enjoying a vibrant work culture that celebrates ambition and success. The company offers clear progression paths and high achiever incentives, making it an ideal place for those eager to grow and thrive in the competitive recruitment industry.

Forsyth Barnes

Contact Details:

Forsyth Barnes Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Graduate Sales Executive (Ref: 100025)

Sales Skills
Client Relationship Management
Negotiation Skills
Communication Skills
Networking Skills
Sourcing Candidates
Market Development