Graduate Design Consultant

Graduate Design Consultant – Kitchen Renovation Location: Nationwide Opportunities Across the UK Salary: £24,000–£26,000 Basic (London Weighting Available) + Uncapped Commission Realistic First Year Earnings: £35,000–£45,000 OTE Contract: Full Time | Permanent Launch Your Career with an Industry-Leading Graduate Programme Our client is looking for ambitious, customer-focused graduates to join their growing team as Graduate Design Consultants. If you're looking for a career where no two days are the same, enjoy meeting people, and want to develop valuable commercial skills while earning an excellent income, this could be the perfect opportunity. You'll receive extensive training through a structured Graduate Business Academy, equipping you with everything you need to succeed in design, sales and customer consultancy. No previous kitchen design or sales experience is required—just enthusiasm, confidence and a willingness to learn. The Role As a Graduate Design Consultant, you'll visit customers in their homes to discuss their kitchen renovation plans and recommend tailored solutions that meet their style, budget and lifestyle requirements. Every appointment is arranged in advance by the business, allowing you to focus entirely on building relationships, understanding customer needs and delivering an exceptional experience. There is no cold calling or door-to-door sales involved. You'll become a trusted advisor, helping homeowners transform one of the most important rooms in their home while building a rewarding career with excellent progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities * Conducting pre-booked in-home design consultations with customers * Understanding customers' renovation goals and recommending suitable kitchen improvement solutions * Producing straightforward kitchen design proposals using training provided (previous CAD experience is not required) * Presenting products, explaining pricing and demonstrating value with confidence and professionalism * Managing your own sales pipeline and maintaining regular customer communication * Achieving monthly sales objectives through a consultative and customer-focused approach * Representing our client professionally at every stage of the customer journey * Keeping customer records up to date using the company's CRM system. * Building your personal profile through social media activity to support your territory * Working alongside installation teams to ensure projects are delivered smoothly from sale through to completion About You We're looking for graduates who are motivated, personable and eager to build a successful long-term career. You'll ideally have: * A recent degree in any discipline, although design, business or management-related subjects would be advantageous * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a confidence when meeting and engaging with customers * Strong listening skills and the ability to build trust quickly, along with a proactive, ambitious attitude with a genuine desire to learn * Resilience, positivity and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment * A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (business mileage reimbursed), and a flexibility to travel within your designated territory Previous sales experience isn't necessary—full training and ongoing support will be provided. Graduate Business Academy Our client's comprehensive Graduate Business Academy provides structured learning and mentoring throughout your first year, covering areas including: * Consultative sales techniques * Customer psychology and buying behaviour, alongside objection handling and negotiation * Kitchen design principles * Territory planning and business development * Personal branding and professional communication, with digital marketing fundamentals * Advertising and public relations * Commercial and business management * Leadership and people management * Project management You'll also receive ongoing one-to-one coaching from experienced managers who are committed to helping you develop your skills and progress your career. Career Progression This role offers a clearly defined development pathway, with opportunities to progress into positions such as: Senior Design Consultant, Team Leader, Sales Manager, Marketing, Business Development, Leadership and Management Career progression is based on performance, development and ambition rather than length of service. What's on Offer? * £24,000–£26,000 basic salary (plus London Weighting where applicable) plus uncapped commission leading to realistic first-year earnings of £35,000–£45,000 OTE * Structured Graduate Business Academy with professional mentoring * High-quality, pre-qualified customer appointments. No cold calling or canvassing * Company pension * Business expenses covered in line with company policy, mileage reimbursed at HMRC approved rate, and all equipment, product samples and technology provided * Ongoing coaching, development and career progression, within a supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture Why Choose This Opportunity? This is more than just a graduate role—it's the chance to develop commercial, design and leadership skills while building a rewarding career within a growing home improvement business. From your first day, you'll gain real customer-facing experience, receive industry-leading training and have the opportunity to earn significantly above the average graduate salary through uncapped commission. If you're ambitious, driven and ready to invest in your future, we'd love to hear from you. Simon Acres Recruitment are the employment agency acting in relation to this vacancy