Digital Sales Executive

The Access Group; Burton on the Wolds; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic Digital Sales professional to promote innovative software solutions for educational institutions. The successful candidate will achieve sales targets while building strong client relationships to ensure schools receive the essential technology they need. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a tangible impact in the education sector.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus additional days

Matched pension scheme

Charity day allocation

Qualifications

• Experience in selling software products.
• Understanding of the not-for-profit education sector.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for SaaS licenses.
• Build and maintain client relationships in the education sector.
• Organise reference sites or site visits for prospects.

Skills

Sales targets achievement

Client relationship building

Salesforce administration

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

As a vital member of our Digital Sales team, you will excel in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where your primary responsibility will be to sell our innovative software products specifically designed for educational institutions. By equipping schools with the technology they need, we give educators the freedom to focus on what they genuinely love, tutoring children and nurturing their potential. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in empowering these organisations to fulfil their educational missions effectively, ensuring children receive the quality education they deserve. Join us in making a difference in the lives of educators and students alike.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales targets for Software as a Service (SaaS) license, while also meeting annual consultancy targets. This includes generating a robust pipeline of new business opportunities and cross selling our diverse product portfolio
• Proactively build and maintain relationships with existing clients in the education sector. This involves hosting meetings at all levels and fully understanding their business plans and expectations
• Be prepared to organise telephone reference sites or site visits for both your prospects and those of team members. Respond quickly to enquiries and provide constructive feedback to enhance team performance
• Work closely with other sales team members, supporting their efforts in securing new business. Attend exhibitions, host seminars, and present innovative sales ideas to potential clients
• Maintain up-to-date records in our Salesforce system with all pre-sales information. Your administrative skills will be crucial in ensuring our processes run smoothly
• A strong understanding of the not-for-profit education sector, including the unique challenges faced by educational institutions
• Preferably possess experience in selling software over the phone, with a proven record of accomplishment of proactively reaching out to prospects or clients
• A self-motivated individual with an enthusiastic, 'never give up' attitude
• Demonstrate an ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team
• Exceptional communication skills are essential, with the ability to build rapport at all levels within an organisation

About us and What we offer

We’re looking for people to join the Access family, who share our passion for believing in better, and who will help us continue to grow.

Love Work. Love Life. Be You. - is central to our success and how we give our customers the freedom to do more of what’s important to them.

What does Access offer you?

We offer a blended approach to office working, encouraging you to collaborate and connect in one of our thriving offices. We deliver on what we say, taking the development of our people seriously. We'll work with you to progress your success plan and provide opportunities to accelerate your career. On top of a competitive salary, our standard 25 days holiday (which goes up the longer you're with us), and a matched pension scheme, you’ll also be able to choose from a range of benefits to suit you. We’re an organisation that likes to give back, so you’ll also have one charity day allocated to support a cause that matters to you.