Entry-Level Leadership Business Trainee

Sage Partners | Marketing Agency; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed base salary

Performance-based incentives

Paid training and mentoring

Supportive team culture

Clear progression

Job summary

A marketing agency in Birmingham is seeking an Entry-Level Business Leadership Trainee to start in January. This full-time role offers paid training, hands-on experience, and clear progression opportunities. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. No prior experience is necessary, making it a great entry point for those looking to build a career in client relations and marketing. The role includes support for client campaigns and personal development through structured training.

Qualifications

• No prior industry experience required, but a willingness to learn is essential.
• Motivated and hard-working individuals will thrive.
• Reliability and strong communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Communicating brand messaging clearly.
• Building strong relationships with customers.
• Supporting live client and marketing campaigns.
• Contributing to team performance objectives.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer engagement

Reliability

Job description

Full‑time, on‑site role in Birmingham City Centre. Monday–Friday (Saturdays available). Guaranteed salary plus performance incentives.

Are you looking to start a new role in January and build practical, real‑world business skills from day one? This entry‑level opportunity is designed for motivated individuals seeking structured training, clear progression, and hands‑on experience in a professional environment—no prior experience required.

About the entry‑level role

We are expanding our Birmingham team and recruiting an Entry‑Level Business Leadership Trainee to join us at the start of the year. This role is ideal for individuals who are new to the workforce, changing career paths, or seeking their first professional position in client relations and marketing.

You’ll receive paid training, ongoing mentoring, and a clear progression pathway based on performance and capability.

The role

From the outset, you’ll be trained to represent established UK brands in a customer‑facing environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Communicating brand messaging clearly and professionally
• Building strong relationships with customers
• Supporting live client and marketing campaigns
• Contributing to individual and team performance objectives

This is a hands‑on entry‑level role where learning happens through real experience. As your confidence and skills develop, you’ll take on more responsibility, progressing toward client account ownership and broader business development involvement.

Training & progression

• Foundational Training: One‑to‑one coaching and practical development in customer engagement and campaign execution
• Skill Growth: Exposure to client strategy, performance analysis, and account support
• Career Path: Clear progression into account management, client leadership, and long‑term commercial roles

Progression is based on results and capability—not length of service.

Who the role is for

This position suits ambitious, reliable, and people‑focused individuals from any background. You don’t need previous industry experience—what matters most is your attitude, communication skills, and willingness to learn.

If you’re motivated, hard‑working, and enjoy working with people, you’ll thrive in this environment.

Benefits

• Guaranteed base salary with performance‑based incentives
• Paid training with ongoing mentoring and support
• Supportive, social team culture in central Birmingham near the Mailbox
• Transparent progression based on performance, not time served
• Strong starting point for anyone looking to begin a long‑term professional career in client development, marketing, and commercial leadership

Key Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Marketing Services