Area Sales Executive

Interaction Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an Area Sales Executive to enhance growth in waste management and environmental services in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have a passion for sustainability, with proven experience in business development and strong operational knowledge in waste systems. The role offers a competitive salary, company car or allowance, excellent benefits including annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

25 days annual leave

Free onsite gym

Volunteer day

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in waste management, recycling, or environmental services.
• Strong understanding of sustainability and low-carbon solutions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across Greater London.
• Develop tailored proposals for commercial and public sector clients.
• Promote sustainable waste strategies including zero-to-landfill.

Skills

Business development

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Negotiate effectively

Lead generation

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Area Sales Executive – Waste Management & Environmental Services

Location: North London (Greater London)

Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum + OTE £38,000

Benefits: Company car or allowance, 25 days annual leave, onsite perks, pension, discounts, and more

Drive sustainable solutions for a cleaner future

We’re seeking a dynamic and results-driven Area Sales Executive to grow our footprint in the waste management and environmental services sector. If you're passionate about sustainability, resource efficiency, and helping businesses reduce their environmental impact—this is your opportunity to make a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across Greater London, focusing on waste management and recycling solutions
• Develop tailored proposals for commercial and public sector clients, including industrial, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors
• Promote sustainable waste strategies including zero-to-landfill, circular economy initiatives, and carbon reduction
• Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Technical, Legal, HR, Finance) to co‑design winning service packages
• Use Salesforce CRM to manage leads, track customer interactions, and drive retention and growth
• Support integrated FM solutions where waste and environmental services are part of broader operational packages

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in waste management, recycling, or environmental services
• Strong understanding of sustainability and low‑carbon solutions
• Business development experience, ideally within industrial or manufacturing sectors
• Operational and technical knowledge of waste systems (desirable)
• Ability to interpret financial models and deliver commercially viable solutions
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Confident presenter with experience in bid management and proposal delivery
• Demonstrated success in lead generation and client growth
• Commercial awareness and negotiation skills

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary + performance‑based bonus
• Company car or allowance
• 25 days annual leave
• Free onsite gym
• Discounts on groceries and top retailers
• Access to physical, mental, and financial wellbeing resources
• One paid day annually to volunteer in your community
• Ongoing training and development to help you reach your full potential
• Company pension scheme

Thank you for applying for the position. If you have any further questions, please contact Shannon Clough at Interaction Recruitment.