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Traditional Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We’re working with a leading insurance provider in the East of England, to recruit 3 new positions for their successful and growing business. Candidates will ideally come from an insurance sales background either selling and advising or personal or commercial lines of insurance. There are a variety of roles available in terms of products, and we can discuss this in more detail if you send over your CV.
Candidates will ideally have a degree and/or be Cert II qualified, though candidates with extensive insurance sales backgrounds without this will also be considered. You must be adept at making both outbound and dealing with incoming calls, and have the ability to manage and grow a database of clients. You will be targeted and an aspect of the package you receive will be made up with bonuses.
So of you have experience of managing insurance policies and selling products in the insurance sector either within the personal or commercial side please send your CV over for consideration. Due to their location these roles would suit candidates commuting from Bedford, Peterborough, Cambridge, St Neots, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Huntingdon, St Ives, Kettering and Royston.
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£10,000 - £24,999
We’re working with a leading insurance provider in the East of England, to recruit 3 new positions for their successful and growing business. Candidates will ideally come from an insurance sales bac...
Business Development, Executive
Hertfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are seeking a Head of Business Development for an expanding education recruitment business based just outside of North London. As Head of Business Development you will come to the business with an extensive career within the education sector, and a black book of contacts you can bring into the company. Whilst this will be a senior yet hands on role initially, there will be the opportunity to build and lead a team long term as the business progresses.
The successful candidate must be a proficient and passionate new business developer within the education sector, ideally coming with a strong career of BD within the executive or senior recruitment areas of education. However candidates that have targeted executive level HR and senior management teams throughout their careers in different areas of services or software will also be considered. As a team member in this rapidly expanding SME, you will demonstrate your ability to contribute to the wider business growth.
Roles and Responsibilities will include:
- Establishing and continuing business development strategy
- Hitting an agreed performance target
- Working in collaboration with management to drive development
- Effectively using LinkedIn and other media sources to research, scope and confirm client meetings and opportunities.
- Extensive background in either education recruitment or education services
- Black book of education contacts at a senior level across the UK
- Integrity and confidentiality
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Consultative approach
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£60,000 +
We are seeking a Head of Business Development for an expanding education recruitment business based just outside of North London. As Head of Business Development you will come to the business with an ...
Technical Sales
National
Posted 4 years ago
We are currently working for a market leader in the construction sector who are looking for a field based Technical Sales Support Manager to provide technical and installation support to distributors, contractor customers, and on projects within the UK and Republic of Ireland to achieve company objectives for market share. Candidates will ideally have a background in construction, working in installation of internal fit outs, ceilings or similar. Furthermore, experience in sales or a customer support role and knowledge of CRM systems is desirable coupled with experience as a contractor, builder or installer to provide the technical knowledge required for this role.
Reporting to the National Sales Director, the Technical Sales Support Manager will provide onsite and remote technical and installation support to customers to ensure that they are confident in the specification and installation of their systems and products. On a day to day basis you will work with management teams to identify, develop and deliver technical and installation training programs that support the development of the team. You will also work in conjunction with the sales and internal customer support teams to resolve customer complaints, ensuring efficient and effective resolutions are implemented to ensure deliverance of the highest levels of customer service whilst minimising the financial and brand impact on the business.
Candidates must have experience in the construction sector to be considered for the role. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, innovative, customer focused and open and engaging. This is a national role and can be based out of various locations. However, this role does entail travel across the UK and some international travel to Sweden may also be required.
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£45,000 - £59,999
We are currently working for a market leader in the construction sector who are looking for a field based Technical Sales Support Manager to provide technical and installation support to distributors,...
Executive, Traditional Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
One of Cambridge’s leading specialist B2B media providers is seeking a Global Advertising Sales Manager to take over the sales on one of its most prestigious global publications and associated media products. Whilst print media is the main element of what they sell, overall, it’s a much more integrated offering with content marketing, digital media and data services also forming a large part of their offering. As such candidates must be forward thinking consultative salespeople, capable of getting the advertisers to broaden their horizons and embrace new forms of promotion. Applicants do not have to specifically come from publishing but must have a background in selling specialist products B2B to marketing heads.
On a day to day basis the Global Advertising Sales Manager will be selling a wide range of services internationally to both existing and new customers across a variety of specialist industry sectors around the world. Developing and growing a new customer base is very important as they wish to grow the division and publication, however this role does come with a very established and loyal existing customer base which will make up a large majority of the revenue, as such it is equally important to keep the current accounts happy, growing and developing them where possible. It’s important that applicants are experienced and happy working in a small business culture with full accountability, due to this candidates’ that only have experience working at larger organisations will likely not be suitable.
This is a fantastic role with many benefits, such as regular international travel, and a relaxed and friendly working environment. Candidates must be hard working self-starters, looking for a position that can offer real stability and great financial rewards. Given the fact the client base for the role is global, you will be required to attend a show once a year in the USA, and travel to Europe once a quarter.
This really is a fantastic role for an experienced media sales professional to take a position at a successful and market leading organisation. Due to their location this position is commutable from Ely, Peterborough, Cambridge, Newmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Norwich, Royston, Bedford, St Ives, Huntingdon, Hitchin, Stevenage and St Neots.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
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£60,000 +
One of Cambridge’s leading specialist B2B media providers is seeking a Global Advertising Sales Manager to take over the sales on one of its most prestigious global publications and associated medi...
Graduate/Entry Level, Traditional Sales
Bedfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
Are you a university graduate, a little daunted by the overwhelming variety of career paths available to you? Or a school leaver, no degree but full of motivation, keen to get a role where your attitude and effort is rewarded, and full training offered.
We have quite a unique opportunity in Bedford for young candidates with lots of promise, hungry for a career in sales, keen to join an organisation where the only thing stopping your wage packet rising and your career moving forwards, is your own attitude.
Our client is an industry defining provider of on the job training, passionate about developing people for the mutual benefit of both the individual and the wider company, with a fantastic history of taking graduates and school leavers into a career where money and success is only limited by the hours and effort you put in.
Educational development is at the heart of this initiative, and our client are happy to announce that they will sponsor every junior team member through the appropriate certification provided by The Chartered Insurance Institute. If you commit and try your best you will become a qualified insurance specialist.
If a career in insurance sounds like something that would interest you, and you want to join a company that offer fantastic social events, and a warm welcoming hard working team ethic, then send us your CV through. Approximate commutable locations for this opportunity are Bedford, Luton, Milton Keynes, Stevenage, Cambridge, St Neots, Huntingdon, Welwyn Garden City and the surrounding areas.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
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£10,000 - £24,999
Are you a university graduate, a little daunted by the overwhelming variety of career paths available to you? Or a school leaver, no degree but full of motivation, keen to get a role where your attitu...
Traditional Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are working with a market leader in the lead generation sector who are on the search for a Business Development Executive to join their commercial team. You will be responsible for generating opportunities for the company to meet with clients to discuss their services, and also supporting the head of sales from a sales administration point of view, booking meetings, managing his diary and dealing with some administrative elements of their sales process.
This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody with a years sales experience keen to take a role where they will have the opportunity to grow and develop into a business development manager. Once bedded in if you want to and show the potential to go and meet clients, you will be supported to that stage of growth as a salesperson. Candidates with more experience can be fast tracked through that aspect of training.
Key responsibilities are as follows:
- Identify and evaluate new business opportunities
- Support the management of the sales process from lead generation, bid submission through to presentation, and contractual negotiations.
- Initially through phone communication, develop strong relationships with decision makers and other operators through regular contact and dialogue, with a view to scheduling meetings
- Provide management information on sales performance and the pipeline/activities
- To support the expansion into new verticals through new business activity and the nurturing of channel partnerships
- Attend exhibitions and industry seminars when required, with emphasis on selling to key decision makers or networking activity that supports lead generation
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£25,000 - £34,999
We are working with a market leader in the lead generation sector who are on the search for a Business Development Executive to join their commercial team. You will be responsible for generating oppor...
Inside Sales
Hertfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are hiring for a market leader in the SAAS software space, seeking a Business Development Executive to source leads via a range of methods, candidates will ideally have between 1 and 2 years software sales/business development experience and keen to take a position at a growing company offering a great environment and career opportunities.
You must be happy working in a position where you will be generating leads via a multitude of methods such as Linkedin, phone and email, depending on where your strengths lie. You must be a great communicator, with strong written skills that enjoys working in a fast paced targeted sales environment within the software sector.
Candidates must have experience either within technolofy or software sales, and this can be from a generic sales role or inside sales, if you are more skilled at messaging, virtual demos and emailing as opposed to working on the phone this can be accommodated as well.
Based in Stevenage this software house is growing and they plan to increase the headcount even further over the next few years, so there will be plenty of career opportunities to progress into Account Management. Commutable locations for the position are Bedford, Luton, Milton Keynes, Stevenage, Cambridge, St Neots, Huntingdon, Hitchin, Letchworth, Royston, St Ives, Haverhill, Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Welwyn Garden City.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
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£25,000 - £34,999
We are hiring for a market leader in the SAAS software space, seeking a Business Development Executive to source leads via a range of methods, candidates will ideally have between 1 and 2 years softwa...
Inside Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are currently working for a market leader in the Software sector who are searching for technically minded software sales specialists graduates to join their team, these roles are predominantly focused on inbound enquiries and managing exist8ing accounts so whilst outbound experience is beneficial it’s not essential. It is however essential candidates are strong academically and have an aptitude for technical software products and a general interest in software and technology, candidates coming from inside sales roles at technology companies may be considered but software is the preference
These roles will be focused on the management and growth of existing accounts ensuring they’re happy with the products, whilst also running demos and managing the sales pipeline for new customers. Any experience in selling internationally, working with digital sales tools and high level customer account management would be a distinct advantage. All applicants must have a solid work history, be articulate and happy presenting and engaging with people at all levels. You must also have strong communications skills, an ability to think on your feet and respond and manage customers in a professional capacity, full training will be given on their products.
The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday but not set hours, due to a lot of their client base being abroad some flexibility in hours will be required to start early or finish later on some shifts when dealing with different time zones. The company does offer a flexible working policy though so once bedded in there will be opportunities and allowances for home working. Due to the location of the role, candidates will preferably be located in Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ely, Bedford, Royston, Huntingdon, Newmarket or Peterborough.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
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£35,000 - £44,999
We are currently working for a market leader in the Software sector who are searching for technically minded software sales specialists graduates to join their team, these roles are predominantly focu...
Graduate/Entry Level, Traditional Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are currently working for a market leader in the Software sector who are searching for technically minded graduates to join their software sales team. Whilst it would be beneficial if candidates were coming with some sales exposure it is not essential, as initially the role will be focused on inbound leads and enquiries. It is however essential candidates are strong academically and have an aptitude for technical products and a general interest in software and technology.
This role will be focused on qualifying inbound leads, communicating with potential customer and helping move them through the sales funnel with the ideal endpoint being them purchasing a subscription to the software. You must have strong communications skills, an ability to think on your feet and respond and manage customers in a professional capacity although full training will be given.
The role is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday but not set hours, due to a lot of their client base being abroad some flexibility in hours will be required to start early or finish later on some shifts when dealing with different time zones. The company does offer a flexible working policy though so once bedded in there will be opportunities and allowances for home working. Due to the location of the role, candidates will preferably be located in Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ely, Bedford, Royston, Huntingdon, Newmarket or Peterborough.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding textboxes or images, as this can affect the consultant’s job matching process and therefore your details may not be picked up for a role.
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£10,000 - £24,999
We are currently working for a market leader in the Software sector who are searching for technically minded graduates to join their software sales team. Whilst it would be beneficial if candidates we...
Inside Sales
Hertfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are hiring for a market leader in the SAAS software space, seeking a French Speaking Software Sales Executive to source leads via a range of methods, candidates will ideally have between 1 and 2 years software sales/business development experience and keen to take a position at a growing company offering a great environment and career opportunities. All applicants must be fluent/bi-lingual/native Spanish speakers and writers.
You must be happy working in a position where you will be generating leads via a multitude of methods such as Linkedin, phone and email, depending on where your strengths lie. You must be a great communicator, with strong written skills that enjoys working in a fast-paced targeted sales environment within the software sector. Candidates must have experience either within technology or software sales, and this can be from a generic sales role or inside sales, if you are more skilled at messaging virtual demos and emailing as opposed to working on the phone this can be accommodated as well.
Based in Stevenage this software house is growing and they plan to increase the headcount even further over the next few years, so there will be plenty of career opportunities to progress into Account Management. Commutable locations for the position are Bedford, Luton, Milton Keynes, Stevenage, Cambridge, St Neots, Huntingdon, Hitchin, Letchworth, Royston, St Ives, Haverhill, Watford, Hemel Hempstead and Welwyn Garden City.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding textboxes or images, as this can affect the consultant’s job matching process and therefore your details may not be picked up for a role. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus’ Privacy Policy
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£25,000 - £34,999
We are hiring for a market leader in the SAAS software space, seeking a French Speaking Software Sales Executive to source leads via a range of methods, candidates will ideally have between 1 and 2 ye...
Executive
Hertfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are working with an industry leader in the manufacturing/engineering sector currently on the lookout for an International Sales Director to join their team to develop and implement an effective sales strategy to continue their success. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and executing all sales and marketing activities, as well as assisting with product development programs to grow the business in both existing and new markets.
Reporting to the executive board, the successful Sales Director will:
• Create and implement strategic sales and marketing plans that successfully achieve business objectives
• Monitor competitors’ products, including relevant sales and marketing data
• Provide and meet budget requirements of the company
• Use available data to accurately forecast sales and set appropriate performance goals • Develop and maintain positive relationships with key clients, including negotiating and closing on major contracts
• Manage and inspire both internal and external sales teams
• Be an effective member of the senior management team
• Work alongside marketing in delivering appropriate marketing collateral
Candidates must come from the manufacturing or engineering sector in a senior sales position where they have been responsible for a sales team of 5+, ideally both internal and external. You must also have international sales exposure working with both manufacturing companies and distributors, proven experience working on both sales and marketing strategy, and extensive high level negotiation and account management skills. A relevant degree and any language skills would be beneficial but are not essential.
Due to the location of this role, candidates will ideally be located within a couple of hours drive of Stansted in areas such as Cambridge, Colchester, Bedford, Peterborough, Milton Keynes or Chelmsford as then you can travel to the office relatively easily when required as this is a management role.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period. Please upload a Microsoft Word version of your CV where possible, excluding textboxes or images, as this can affect the consultant’s job matching process and therefore your details may not be picked up for a role. Any data we collect from you will be stored and processed in accordance with Zero Surplus’ Privacy Policy
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£60,000 +
We are working with an industry leader in the manufacturing/engineering sector currently on the lookout for an International Sales Director to join their team to develop and implement an effective sal...
Account Management
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We’re working with a product supplier in the food sector on an account management position covering the whole of the UK, the position would suit somebody happy to be out on the road 2/3 days a week meeting clients, presenting product information and securing contracts for the supply of a range of products. Candidates must be confident, well presented, motivated and have some personality when presenting to make them stand out from their competitors.
On a day to day basis you will be contacting clients and new businesses, scoping opportunities for the company’s product ranges, coming up with solutions for clients and NPD ideas. As well as sales duties you will be responsible for reporting within your sector, strategy, creative solutions for engaging and breaking down doors at new companies and sectors, overall with a focus on commercial development and success within your given field.
This role is suitable for candidates with proven business development and account management experience, confident and engaged presenters with motivation to overachieve on targets. Any candidates coming from the food or related food sectors would be of particular interest. Due to their location this role is commutable from St Ives, Huntingdon, Norwich, Cambridge, Ely, Newmarket, Thetford, Kings Lynn, Bury St Edmunds, St Neots and Peterborough.
For registration purposes please could you let us know where you are currently based or which locations you are considering as well as your required salary and notice period.
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£25,000 - £34,999
We’re working with a product supplier in the food sector on an account management position covering the whole of the UK, the position would suit somebody happy to be out on the road 2/3 days a week ...
Inside Sales
Cambridgeshire
Posted 4 years ago
We are working with a global leader in the software sector who are on the search for a Junior Sales Executive to join their commercial team. You will be responsible for engaging with existing clients and qualified sales leads as well as guiding customers to products that best meet their needs. This a role focussed on managing warm leads and not any cold outbound calling.
This new role offers an excellent opportunity for personal and professional development within a dynamic sales team while working towards realistic targets, with an uncapped commission structure.
Key responsibilities for the Sales Executive will include but aren’t limited to:
- Present products to potential customers
- Make first contact with Prospects generated through inbound Marketing activities and campaigns
- Provide a steady stream of high-quality qualified sales leads to our Inside Sales team
- Help customers make better use of self-serve options and provide input into improving those options
- Follow up with Prospects who had previously expressed interest but did not purchase
- Are confident, self-motivated and professional
- Have great communication skills, both verbal and written
- Have excellent time management skills
- Enjoy working to targets
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£10,000 - £24,999
We are working with a global leader in the software sector who are on the search for a Junior Sales Executive to join their commercial team. You will be responsible for engaging with existing clients ...
Account Management
Hertfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Media Account Director to join dynamic and fast-paced company which offers a suite of specialised marketing services to a niche audience in the consumer sector. This role will suit someone with, experience in, and an aptitude and passion for account management across a variety of formats, though any digital/data sales exposure and understanding would be of particular interest. This is an intelligent consultative account management role, managing massive accounts and selling a proven and successful concept from a market leader to large businesses. This is not a new business role, you would be taking over existing accounts.
The successful Account Director will be responsible for selling and managing the delivery of a variety of specialised media, data and other related services across digital and offline, to consumer brands and other specialist organisations. You will be an excellent account management, meeting clients face to face, ensuring the success of their campaigns, pitching in and project managing new ideas and proposals. This is a hot account management role, and you will inherit an incredible existing client base.
This is a fantastic chance for an experienced senior media sales professional to make a real difference within an exciting and growing business, candidates must be intelligent consultative professionals. Due to their location, this role would be most suited for candidates living in or near Stevenage, St Albans, Welwyn Garden City, Watford, Hatfield, Hemel Hempstead, Cheshunt, Harlow, Bishops Stortford, Letchworth, Hitchin, Cambridge or Luton.
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£45,000 - £59,999
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Media Account Director to join dynamic and fast-paced company which offers a suite of specialised marketing services to a niche audience in the consu...
Traditional Sales
Bedfordshire
Posted 4 years ago
Are you bored of your stagnant office environment? Do you feel underappreciated, without your voice being heard? Do you have to ask for a pay rise each year rather than your managers taking notice of your hard work and rewarding like you deserve?
If this sounds all too familiar, we have the solution. But it will only be yours if you are prepared to take it, and this company whilst offering fantastic earning potential and funded training only want the people that are prepared to repay that with commitment, desire and effort.
This is role for people that want to pay their mortgage early, wanted to upgrade their car to something that will put their current boss to shame, it’s a role that with a hardworking focus on new business can completely change your financial situation. If you think this sounds too good to be true, then you probably don’t have the right attitude we need, if you like the sound of this, pick up the phone, get in touch and we will talk you thought the details.
We are currently working with an industry defining company, who not only want to change their industry for the better but have also revolutionised the environment in which they work, with a key focus on changing the lives of the people that work for the business.
Due to rapid growth, this progressive client is looking for numerous sales executives to add to their dynamic and vibrant sales floor. With a fresh has a refreshingly positive and enthusiastic perspective on how to win and retain business, qualified leads supplied daily, and a lively working environment to match. This is a company like no other in the region.
The General duties of this role include but are not limited to:
- Working on warm sales leads generated by a closely linked telemarketing team
- Selling market-leading insurance products to prospective clients
- Retaining repeat business at times through excellent service standards
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£25,000 - £34,999
Are you bored of your stagnant office environment? Do you feel underappreciated, without your voice being heard? Do you have to ask for a pay rise each year rather than your managers taking notice of ...