Junior Account Executive (HF1353747)

Apprentify; Telford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Clear progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Apprentify in Telford is recruiting a Trainee Account Executive to kick off a career in sales. You will receive full training to manage client relationships, identify new business, and support the end-to-end sales process.

The role requires strong communication, a proactive attitude, and the willingness to learn. A full UK driving licence is preferred, with a base salary of £30,000–£35,000 and OTE £35,000–£45,000.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and be coached.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work.
• Resilient and driven to achieve results.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Comfortable building relationships with stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage prospective business customers.
• Develop relationships with new and existing clients.
• Support the sales process from initial contact to securing new business.
• Understand customer requirements and suggest suitable logistics solutions.
• Prepare quotations and assist with negotiations.
• Maintain CRM records and sales activity updates.
• Collaborate with operations to ensure a seamless client experience.
• Contribute to team sales targets and business growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Proactive mindset

Time management

Organisational skills

Relationship building

UK driving licence

Job description

Trainee Account Executive

Location: Telford

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 basic + £35,000 to £45,000 OTE

The Opportunity We're supporting a well-established logistics and supply chain business in Telford as they continue to expand their commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to kick-start a career in sales. No previous sales experience is required. Instead, we're looking for confident communicators who are driven, eager to learn, and motivated by success.

You’ll be given full training and support while developing the skills to manage client relationships, generate new business opportunities, and build a successful career within a growing organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

• Proactively identifying and engaging prospective business customers


• Developing relationships with new and existing clients


• Supporting the sales process from initial contact through to securing new business


• Understanding customer requirements and recommending suitable logistics solutions


• Preparing quotations and assisting with commercial negotiations


• Maintaining accurate CRM records and sales activity updates


• Working closely with operational teams to ensure a seamless client experience


• Contributing to team sales targets and business growth

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• A positive attitude and willingness to learn


• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to work


• Resilient and driven to achieve results


• Good organisational and time-management skills


• Comfortable building relationships with a variety of stakeholders


• Full UK driving licence preferred

What's in It for You?

• £30,000 - £35,000 basic salary


• Realistic OTE of £35,000 - £45,000


• Comprehensive training and ongoing development


• Clear progression opportunities within a growing business


• Supportive and collaborative working environment


• The chance to build a long-term career in sales

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe diverse teams drive better outcomes and innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.