Inside Sales Executive - Renewable Energy Sector

Prosper Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in renewable energy seeks an Inside Sales Executive to join their team in Portsmouth. The ideal candidate will have a strong telesales background, proven sales experience, and technical awareness of the solar industry. You will reach out to warm leads to book online appointments for presentations, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service and achieving sales targets. A competitive salary and commission structure will be offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Lucrative commission structure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online sales and a strong telesales background, with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
• Good technical awareness and understanding of the solar industry (experience in other sectors is considered).
• Demonstrated ability to convert leads into sales successfully online.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls to warm leads to book online appointments.
• Schedule online appointments managing your calendar efficiently.
• Present tailored product solutions during meetings.

Skills

Online sales experience

Strong telesales background

Technical awareness of solar industry

Excellent verbal communication

Strong organizational skills

Self-motivated and goal-oriented

Job description

Position: Inside Sales Executive/Virtual Sales Executive

Industry: Renewable Energy/Residential Solar Panels

Location: Portsmouth – Onsite

Hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (flexibility required)

Package: Base Salary £25,000 - £30,000, OTE £70,000 - £100,000 per annum

Prosper Recruitment are working in partnership with a leading provider of residential solar panel solutions, dedicated to helping homeowners reduce their energy costs and carbon footprints. They pride themselves on offering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. Due to rapid expansion plans and recent successes they are now looking to recruit an Inside Sales Executive for their Southern Region.

Role Overview

As an Inside Sales Executive/Virtual Sales Executive, you will be responsible for reaching out to warm leads generated through various channels to book online appointments for product presentations. This position requires a motivated individual with a background in telesales and an understanding of technical sales processes, preferably within the solar industry. Your main objective will be to qualify leads accurately and facilitate two‑stage sales meetings to convert prospects into satisfied customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct outbound calls to warm leads to book your online appointments to effectively communicate the value of residential solar panels
• Schedule online appointments for sales presentations, managing your calendar efficiently to maximise conversion opportunities.
• Conduct thorough fact‑finding during initial meetings to gather qualified information regarding client needs and preferences.
• Present tailored product solutions during second stage online meetings, providing detailed figures, converting to a sale and discussing next steps to clients.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of leads, ensuring consistent follow‑up and engagement.
• Achieve and exceed weekly/monthly sales targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly to ensure a positive client experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in online sales and a strong telesales background, with a track record of meeting and exceeding sales quotas.
• Good technical awareness and understanding of the solar industry (experience in other sectors is considered).
• Demonstrated ability to convert leads into sales successfully online.
• Excellent verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and persuade prospects effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Self‑motivated and goal‑oriented, with a passion for sales and customer satisfaction.

Compensation Structure

• Base Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 pa (depending on experience)
• Commission per Sale: £450
• Minimum Standard Earnings: £73,200 (minimum 2 sales per week)
• On‑target Earnings: £94,800 (average 3 sales per week)
• High Achiever Earnings: £138,000 (5+ sales per week)

Targets

Minimum Standard

• Weekly: 12 online appointments achieving 2 sales
• Monthly: 48 online appointments achieving 8 sales

Target

• Weekly: 15 online appointments achieving 3 sales
• Monthly: 40 online appointments achieving 12 sales

High Achiever

• Weekly: 20+ online appointments per week achieving 5+ sales
• Monthly: 80+ online appointments per week achieving 20+ sales

Our client embraces diversity in their workforce, recognising that a variety of perspectives drives innovation and success. They are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that empowers all employees, regardless of their background, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, or abilities and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences who are eager to contribute to their mission of promoting sustainable energy solutions.

This employer is not just selling products; they are creating a sustainable future. They offer a competitive salary, lucrative commission structure, and the opportunity for professional growth within a fast‑expanding industry. If you are target‑driven, enjoy working in a team, and are passionate about renewable energy, apply now!