Sales Apprenticeship

Job Title: Business Development Executive (Apprenticeship)
Location: Manchester, M17
Salary: 25,000+ Commission + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Graduate Entry-Level
Reports to: Head of Sales

About Us
Restore Datashred is a fast-growing & diversifying business with a reputation for innovation, customer satisfaction, and a dynamic team culture. We’re looking for driven graduates to join our sales and business development team to help fuel our growth and develop their careers in a high-impact commercial environment.

Job Overview
As a Graduate Sales & Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in supporting our commercial growth. You’ll work directly with the Head of Corporate Sales, providing support on the analytical side—helping track performance, interpret data, and identify opportunities to improve sales effectiveness. You’ll also work closely with the existing sales team, gaining hands-on experience in client engagement and lead generation. This role offers excellent exposure not only to the wider sales function but also to other departments across the business, giving you a well-rounded understanding of how a successful commercial operation functions.

We’re looking for someone who can bring fresh perspectives to the team—using their unique experience, background, or skills to challenge existing processes and help develop new, more effective ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop sales opportunities within existing book of business
• Research and identify potential new clients and new market opportunities
• Generate and qualify leads through outbound calls, emails, and networking
• Book and attend meetings with prospective clients (virtually or in person)
• Support in delivering pitches and proposals
• Provide analytical support to the Head of Sales, including data gathering and performance reporting
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on outbound promotional strategies
• Contribute ideas for improving sales processes, tools, and strategies
• Track activities and progress using CRM software
• Meet or exceed individual and team sales targets

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (any discipline considered; business, marketing, or related fields a plus)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, goal-driven mindset with a willingness to learn
• Comfortable working collaboratively with a sales team and across departments
• Ability to think creatively and bring fresh ideas to help improve existing processes
• Organised and detail-oriented, with strong time & priority management
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM platforms (training provided)
• Resilient and adaptable to a fast-paced environment

Desirable (not essential)

• Previous sales, customer service, or internship experience
• Knowledge of industry
• Experience with tools like sales CRM, Power BI, LinkedIn Sales Navigator

What We Offer

• Comprehensive sales training and mentoring
• Direct exposure to senior sales leadership and commercial strategy
• Clear career progression with regular performance reviews
• A supportive, inclusive, and high-energy team culture
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading clients
• Bonuses and incentives tied to performance
• Flexible working options

About The Company
Restore Commitment to Disability Confidence

At Restore, we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. This means we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates.

Our Commitment Includes:

Inclusive Recruitment Practices: We guarantee an interview to any applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role, ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Clear Job Advertisements: We strive to make our job advertisements clear and detailed, outlining the minimum criteria required for each vacancy.
Reasonable Adjustments: We are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments where possible to accommodate the needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Continuous Improvement: We are continuously reviewing and improving our practices to ensure we provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees.
At Restore, we believe in the value of diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.