Graduate Sales - Account Executive - SMB

Graduate Sales - Account Executive - SMB

Full-Time 25650 - 31350 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Mintel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Drive sales by selling ad-hoc reports to new and existing clients.
  • Company: Join a leading sales team at Mintel in London.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Be part of a fun, inclusive culture with exciting team events.
  • Why this job: Kickstart your sales career with hands-on experience and a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Degree educated, fluent in English, and a passion for sales.

The predicted salary is between 25650 - 31350 £ per year.

We havea great opportunityfor a talented and ambitious individual to join our Single Copy DDA sales team in London as a Junior Sales Executive.

This team has always been a cornerstone of Mintel’s sales success story, and a great starting point as you develop your career in sales.

This is a role where the primary focus will be sellingad-hoc reports to a mixture of new logos and existing clients.

Who this role would suit

The ideal candidate will have some early experience in sales and seek a role where they can actively develop their sales skills set.

This role requires someone who is curious, resilient, and determined to win byremainingfocused on revenue opportunities.

They must also be highlyorganised, have a ‘can-do; attitude and have a passion for sales.

The responsibilities for this role

  • Results focused: Responsible for achieving single copy revenue and ensuring activity metrics by focusing on pipeline development.

Managing the full sale cycle from prospecting, negotiating to closing.

  • Client-Focused: Ensure the maximum Mintel solution is compelling and clearly defined for every client to meet their needs.
  • Tech

Savvy: Ensure the team is up to date with technology and using it in an appropriate and most advantageous manner including Microsoft Dynamics, Salesloft, Sales Navigator and Linked In.

  • Curious & Client-Centric: Maintain product knowledge across all Mintel product lines, with a deep understanding of the impact and value we provide to clients in supporting their growth.
  • Confident Communicator: Comfortable presenting over the phone via video calls to a wide range of Stakeholders, from Marketing Teams to C‑Suite executives.
  • Data driven: Actively manage and progress the sales pipeline, utilise the CRM for timely, transparent reporting and continuous performance improvement.
  • Avid Learner: A growth mindset always seeking to learn and develop sales skills and techniques. Actively provide intervention when performance improvement is required.
  • Business

Partner: Work with internal stakeholders across Sales, Client Success, Insights, Marketing, Sales Enablement, Product Development and Finance to ensure your business goals and team are adequately supported.

  • Caring, Fun & Inclusive: Take an active role in team and company events, incentives and celebrations.

Requirements

  • Fluent in English.
  • Degree educated with a strong interest in sales.
  • Comfortable in busy, outgoing environment.
  • Confident in a telephone/video-call based role.
  • Self‑motivated, competitive and team player.
  • Willing to take on board new ideas and ways of working.
  • Energetic and naturally curious and inquisitive.
  • Successful record to date in terms of attitude, activity, sales and coachable.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for negotiation, retaining and growing revenue.
  • Must have strong oral and written communication skills.
  • A proven ability to exceed sales quotas demonstrated by a history of success is not required but would strengthen application.
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Graduate Sales - Account Executive - SMB employer: Mintel

Mintel is an excellent employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture in the heart of Central London. With flexible working hours, a generous holiday allowance, and a strong emphasis on personal development, employees are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally while contributing to meaningful community initiatives.

Mintel

Contact Details:

Mintel Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Graduate Sales - Account Executive - SMB

Sales Skills
Pipeline Development
Client Relationship Management
Negotiation Skills
Technical Proficiency
Microsoft Dynamics
Salesloft