Entry-Level Sales Assistant (Sports-Minded)

Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives (CPDI); Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic sales and marketing company in Leeds seeks a Sales Assistant passionate about sports. This role offers comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities to engage with customers directly, pushing sales targets while building strong brand connections. Ideal candidates should be competitive and outgoing, with no prior sales experience necessary.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Mentorship and ongoing development

Opportunities for commissions or bonuses

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• No prior sales experience required - full training is provided.
• Must have a passion for sports and be driven.
• Able to build rapport and engage with customers effectively.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers face-to-face to drive brand awareness.
• Collaborate with the marketing team for campaigns and promotions.
• Provide excellent customer service and close sales confidently.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Competitive mindset

Ability to work flexible hours

Outgoing personality

Job description

Location: Leeds

Job Type: Full-time

Are you competitive, driven, and passionate about teamwork? Have a background in sports or love the thrill of competition? If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are looking to kick-start your career, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic team where your ambition, personality, and work ethic are what matter most.

We're a fast-paced sales & marketing company with a passion for sport, energy, and real results. We represent leading brands, run exciting campaigns, and build teams that succeed together. Join us if you want more than just a job - you want a place to grow, compete, and make your mark.

What We're Looking For

• A sports mindset: competitive, driven, active, outgoing
• Strong communication skills - you should love talking to people and building rapport
• Motivated by targets, keen to push yourself and grow quickly
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends / evenings, as needed
• No prior sales experience required - we provide full training & ongoing support

What You'll Get

• Comprehensive training from day one - learn sales, marketing, client representation
• Mentorship and ongoing development to help you progress fast
• A supportive team culture where effort is recognised and rewarded
• Earning potential beyond just base salary with commissions or bonuses
• Opportunities to represent big brands, attend events, and build a strong network

As a Sales Assistant, you'll represent our clients in face-to-face and event-based settings, engaging directly with customers to create genuine connections. You'll use your passion for sports to bring our brand stories to life while helping to drive brand awareness and meet sales targets through meaningful interactions. Providing excellent customer service is at the heart of what we do - you'll listen, advise, and close with confidence. You'll also collaborate closely with the marketing team to support campaigns, and promotions, all while learning about our products, tools, and sales techniques to continually build your skills and grow in the role.

How To Apply

If you're ready to bring your energy, sports enthusiasm, and drive, we want to hear from you. Click Apply now and await the next steps via our recruitment department.