At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive revenue growth through proactive sales, lead conversion, and relationship management.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a fast-paced sales environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, enhanced pension, private medical insurance, and 24 days annual leave.
- Other info: Hybrid working available after probation; excellent career growth opportunities await!
- Why this job: Make an impact by exceeding targets and building strong customer relationships.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in telesales with a proven track record of success.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Orpington (Hybrid working available following successful completion of probation)
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus discretionary performance-related bonus
Benefits: Enhanced pension scheme, 24 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and additional company benefits.
About the Role
We are seeking an ambitious and target-driven Sales Executive to join our growing team. This is a fast-paced, commercially focused position where you will play a key role in driving revenue growth through proactive outbound sales activity, lead conversion, and relationship management. The successful candidate will be confident engaging with prospective customers over the phone, building rapport quickly, identifying customer needs, and closing sales opportunities. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-energy sales environment and is motivated by achieving and exceeding targets.
Working closely with our Marketing and Field Teams, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, nurturing leads, and maximising sales performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate new business opportunities through proactive outbound calling and lead follow-up activities.
- Convert inbound enquiries and marketing-generated leads into sales opportunities.
- Consistently achieve and exceed individual sales targets, KPIs, and revenue objectives.
- Identify customer needs and recommend suitable solutions.
- Build, manage, and maintain a healthy sales pipeline, ensuring timely follow-up and progression of opportunities.
- Handle objections effectively and negotiate confidently to secure sales.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers to maximise retention and identify upselling opportunities.
- Collaborate closely with Marketing and Field Teams to improve lead generation and conversion rates.
- Accurately maintain CRM records and ensure all customer interactions are documented.
- Represent the business at networking events, exhibitions, and industry events when required.
Skills and Attributes
- Strong sales mindset with a natural ability to influence and persuade.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confident managing high volumes of outbound calls.
- Results-focused with a strong drive to achieve and exceed targets.
- Skilled in objection handling, negotiation, and closing sales.
- Resilient, self-motivated, and highly organised.
- Commercially aware with a proactive and positive approach.
- Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Essential Experience
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in telesales or a phone-based sales role.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Strong experience in outbound sales, lead generation, and closing deals.
- Experience working within a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
- Good IT skills, including experience using CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent verbal communication skills with a professional and persuasive telephone manner.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience within a regulated industry or financial services environment.
Sales executive in Orpington employer: Purple HR
Accuro Environmental is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and teamwork. With competitive pay and comprehensive training, employees can expect to grow their skills while working in a dynamic environment across Essex, London, and Watford. Join us for a rewarding career where your contributions are valued and recognised.
