National Training Manager in Stockport

Job Description

At Project Better Energy, we're on a mission to make renewable energy accessible to everyone.

As the home of Project Solar UK, Project EV and Project CÜRV, we specialise in delivering innovative green technology solutions that help homeowners reduce their energy costs and environmental impact.

By working together across our brands, we're helping drive the transition towards a carbon net-zero future through exceptional products, service and customer experiences.

We're looking for an experienced National Training Manager to join Project Solar UK and build, lead and continuously evolve our national sales training function.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the development of a high-performing sales team that helps homeowners make informed decisions about investing in solar energy.

Working closely with the Sales Director and Regional Managers, you will develop and deliver a best-in-class training strategy that drives capability, performance and customer experience.

You'll play a pivotal role in elevating sales standards, embedding a culture of continuous learning and developing the next generation of top-performing sales professionals.

Job Requirements

We're looking for a passionate training professional who thrives on helping people succeed and has a proven track record of improving sales performance through effective coaching and development.

You’ll bring

• Experience designing and delivering successful sales training programmes
• Strong coaching and performance improvement expertise
• A proven ability to work within KPI-driven sales environments
• Excellent communication, facilitation and presentation skills
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Experience within direct sales or in-home sales environments (highly desirable)
• Flexibility to travel nationally as required
• Job Responsibilities
• Lead and develop Project Solar UK's national sales training function, creating a high-performance learning culture that supports consultant development, engagement and long-term success.
• Design, deliver and continuously enhance comprehensive onboarding programmes that accelerate new starter readiness, confidence, productivity and retention.
• Develop and implement a national sales training strategy that improves sales capability, conversion rates, customer experience and overall business performance.
• Partner with the Sales Director and Regional Managers to identify training needs, address capability gaps and deliver targeted development initiatives aligned to business objectives.
• Create and deliver engaging classroom, virtual and field-based training programmes covering product knowledge, consultative selling techniques, objection handling, compliance and customer engagement.
• Coach and develop sales consultants through observations, one-to-one feedback and structured development plans, helping individuals maximise their performance and potential.
• Monitor, analyse and report on training effectiveness, sales performance metrics and key KPIs, using insights to drive continuous improvement and measurable results.
• Ensure all training content, materials and delivery methods remain accurate, compliant, commercially relevant and aligned with company values and objectives.
• Support the successful rollout of new products, processes, sales initiatives and best practice frameworks across the sales division.
• Work collaboratively with Regional Managers to ensure consistent sales standards, behaviours and customer experiences are embedded across all regions.
• Identify and nurture high-potential talent, supporting succession planning and the development of future sales leaders.
• Champion a culture of continuous learning, coaching, accountability and excellence throughout the sales organisation.
• Job Benefits

Why Project Solar?

• Monday to Friday working 37.5 hours per week
• Performance Bonus: Up to £20,000 per annum, paid quarterly
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Company Car OR Call Allowance
• National role with UK travel – required

Employee Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – Confidential support for your wellbeing, including counselling and financial advice.
• Met Life GP24 – Medical support anytime, anywhere
• Exclusive Discount Platform (Power Perks)– Save on retail, travel, entertainment, and more.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Stay fit and reduce your carbon footprint while saving on a new bike.
• Learning Management System (LMS) – Access tools and training to support your career progression and personal development.
• Apprenticeship Programmes – Open to all employees looking to upskill or retrain, with tailored pathways to support your long-term development.
• Pension Salary Exchange Pension scheme– Investing in your future with a solid retirement plan Helping you save efficiently for the future.
• Daintree Wealth Management (1-2-1 Financial Guidance) - Support with budgeting, saving, pensions, investments, and long-term planning
• Enhanced Maternity Leave – Supporting you and your family through life’s important moments.
• Free Eye Tests – Keeping your vision and health in focus.
• Private Health Care – Option to have access to comprehensive health coverage for peace of mind (at the employees own expense)
• Salary
• Full-time
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