Graduate Sales Development Representative

Nelson Permanent Placements; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Exposure to HE sector

Job summary

Nelson Permanent Placements is looking for a Graduate Sales Development Representative to join our commercial team in Sutton Coldfield. You will generate new business opportunities and build relationships with universities and student accommodation providers across the UK.

Ideal candidates will be confident communicators with a professional style, organised, resilient, and eager to learn proven sales techniques.

Qualifications

• Ambitious graduates with a professional communication style and drive.
• Open to various degree backgrounds with relevant commercial experience.
• Strong organisational and time management skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential university and student accommodation clients.
• Build and maintain a database of target organisations and decision makers.
• Contact prospects via phone, email, LinkedIn and other channels.
• Generate and book qualified meetings for the senior sales team.
• Keep CRM up to date and support lead nurturing campaigns.
• Develop consultative sales skills and product knowledge.
• Aim to exceed sales activity and revenue targets.

Skills

Confident communication

Motivated attitude

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Prospecting via calls & email

Independent/workload management

Resilience handling objections

Willingness to learn sales techniques

Attention to detail

Education

Business/Marketing/Related degree

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

A fast-growing UK facilities services business is looking for an ambitious and motivated Sales Development Representative (SDR) to join its commercial team. The company works closely with universities and student accommodation providers across the UK and delivers cleaning, facilities management, maintenance and compliance services.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in sales within a structured and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play an important role in generating new business opportunities and building relationships with potential clients.

Applicants may have studied subjects such as, Business Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Communications, Psychology, International Business, International Relations, Sales Management, Professional Sales. Candidates with other degree backgrounds will also be considered if they have experience in customer service, sales, recruitment, account management or another similar commercial role.

To be considered for this role as a Graduate Sales Development Representative (SDR) you will have:

• A confident and professional communication style
• A positive, energetic and motivated attitude
• The ability to build relationships and create strong first impressions
• Good organisation and time management skills
• The confidence to speak with decision makers by phone, email and online channels
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Resilience and confidence when handling objections or rejection
• A willingness to learn sales techniques and follow structured processes
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping

The key responsibilities of this role as a Graduate Sales Development Representative (SDR) are:

• Research and identify potential customers within the university and student accommodation sectors
• Build and maintain a database of target organisations and key decision makers
• Contact prospective clients through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn and other communication channels
• Generate and book qualified meetings for the senior sales team
• Build interest in the company s services through professional and engaging communication
• Follow up leads in a timely and organised manner
• Keep CRM systems updated with accurate customer information and activity records
• Support lead nurturing and business development campaigns
• Learn and develop consultative sales skills and product knowledge
• Work towards and exceed sales activity and revenue targets

The employment package for a Graduate Sales Development Representative (SDR) is:

• Starting salary of £27,000 O.T.E £37,000
• Monday Friday working in Sutton Coldfield
• Career progression opportunities within a fast-growing business
• Ongoing training and development
• Experience working within a supportive and ambitious sales environment
• Exposure to the higher education and student accommodation sectors
• Use of CRM systems, Microsoft Office and modern sales tools