Junior Sales Executive - 12 month FTC (Maternity Cover)

At Notpla, we’re at the forefront of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single‑use plastic packaging that are carefully engineered to help build a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we’re an innovative, action‑oriented scale‑up developing and manufacturing uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants.

As a Junior Sales Executive, you’ll support lead generation, customer outreach, and account management while learning how to sell innovative, sustainable materials to global brands. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their sales career who is passionate about sustainability and eager to develop hands‑on experience in B2B sales within a fast‑growing climate‑tech company.

This is an exciting time to join Notpla – we’re on the brink of a record‑breaking year for revenue and on track for major growth in the next 18‑24 months. To support this, we have just secured a £20 million Series A+ fundraise, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever.

Beyond offering meaningful roles and a vibrant working environment, Notpla provides competitive compensation, including EMI Share Options, a zero‑carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office‑first hybrid working policy lets you work in the way that maximises your productivity while maintaining a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere.

We’re a social business with regular clubs and events, and we’re proud of how our diverse, mission‑driven community works together to make plastic disappear. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take ownership of their domain, enjoying a high degree of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture reflected in our working policies, environment, and people.

As a Junior Sales Executive, you’ll be joining the team on a 12 month fixed term contract, to act as maternity cover. That being said, there is a possibility for the role to become permanent should individual and business performance dictate a need for growth in our sales team.

Within the Sales team, you will need to have a customer first mentality, working with new and existing clients to grow the revenue of the business. You will work with the senior members of the team, assisting them in their day to day sales operations, working from the office, on the road and from behind stalls at some of the biggest climate and industry events in the world.

As well as the above you will be responsible for:

• Research and identify prospective customers aligned with Notpla’s mission and products (Europe with concentration on Germany, Italy, France, Sweden, Denmark, Switzerland and support UK team)
• Support outbound sales activity (email, LinkedIn, calls) to generate and qualify leads
• Assist with managing inbound enquiries and responding to customer requests
• Help prepare sales presentations, proposals, and product information for clients
• Maintain accurate records in the CRM system, tracking leads and opportunities
• Allocate inbound opportunities in the CRM in line with guidance for product categories and sales team focus areas
• Support senior sales team members in meetings, demos, and follow‑ups
• Build an understanding of customer needs and sustainability challenges, help map out EU legislation changes and growth focus.
• Keep up to date with Notpla’s product developments and market trends
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings, as required in the UK and Europe, pitching Notpla, collecting leads and answering product Q&A.

Additional Requirements: The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills and a high level of professional proficiency. Fluency in German, French, or another European language is highly desirable and would be considered a strong asset in this role.