National Sales Executive

Learning Curve Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity as a National Sales Executive with the Learning Curve Group, focusing on new business development in the Further Education sector. This home-based role emphasizes building relationships with colleges and training providers across England, driving growth in learner referrals. We're seeking a motivated sales professional with a track record in winning new business and developing strong client relationships.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Buy & Sell additional days annual leave

Healthcare Scheme

Tech Scheme

Cycle to work Scheme

Paid Volunteer day each year

Early Finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Proven track record in new business development and winning sales.
• Experience in the Further Education (FE) sector.
• Self-motivated, driven, and resilient – thrives on achieving and exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source, contact, and win new business from clients.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of potential clients.
• Conduct sales calls, meetings, and presentations.

Skills

New business development

Sales

Relationship building

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

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Description Reporting to the FE Sales Director, the National Sales Executive will play a pivotal role in driving business growth within the further education (FE) sales division. Operating in a dynamic environment, this home-based position involves collaborating with regional sales teams to achieve ambitious growth targets with a particular focus on developing our learner referral partners.

Role Information

Background
We operate in a dynamic environment that involves significant changes for the further education and skills sectors. Learning Curve Group (LCG) is particularly well known as a high-quality supplier of services connected to the delivery of funded, vocational training. The business has entered a phase of accelerated growth to capitalise on and continue its success, and further develop the service offering. We provide a learner referral service to FE colleges, independent training providers, and local authorities across England. Our mission is to connect learners with the right opportunities, helping providers to increase enrolments and support skills development in their communities.

Whilst the role is home-based there may be some travel required to client sites

Summary of the role
We are looking for a highly motivated and results-driven National Sales Executive to focus solely on new business development. This role is ideal for a confident and self-sufficient sales professional who thrives on winning new clients and developing strong relationships.


DUTIES

• Proactively source, contact, and win new business from FE colleges, independent training providers, and local authorities across England.
  • Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of potential clients, taking ownership of lead generation and outreach.
  • Effectively communicate the value and benefits of our learner referral service, tailoring your approach to different client needs.
  • Conduct sales calls, virtual meetings, and presentations to engage decision-makers and secure new contracts.
  • Work independently to identify and target potential partners, using initiative and self-motivation to drive success.
  • Maintain accurate records of activity, leads, and sales progress.
  • Stay informed about trends in Further Education (FE) and training to ensure a knowledgeable and consultative sales approach.

GENERIC DUTIES

• Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours
• Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company
• Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice guidance as part of your everyday role
• Deal promptly, efficiently and professionally with client and colleague requests.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You’re unique – and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Don’t just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all:

• Disability Confident Employer
• Armed Forces Covenant Silver
• Domestic Abuse Covenant
• Durham Enable
• Care Leaver Covenant

PURPLE PERKS
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
We understand the gift of time, whether it’s to see your loved ones or just spending time doing the things you love. That’s why in addition to your basic allowance of 26 days your annual leave allowance can rise to as much as 44 days per annum (inclusive of BH) because of these amazing extra leave perks:

Buy & Sell | You can buy sell up to an extra 5 days annual leave each year
2YRS Service | Staff who have 2YRS service received an extra 2 days annual leave
5YRS Service | Staff who have 5YRS service receive a further 2 days annual leave
10YRS Service | Staff who have 10YRS service receive a further 1 days annual leave


We have a huge range of perks which you can look at here

HEAD OFFICE PERKS
We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.
• Electric Car charging points
• Free fruit, Coffee and Tea
• Onsite Shower
• Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship


Working Flexibly
If the working hours, days or times don't quite meet your needs please contact us to see if we can accommodate working flexibly.


We can provide this advert in an additional format if required.

We love to develop our people so even if you don't meet 100% of the essential criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.

• • Proven track record in new business development and winning sales
  • Experience in the FE sector
  • Self-motivated, driven, and resilient – thrives on achieving and exceeding targets.
  • Confident and persuasive communicator, able to engage and influence senior decision-makers.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a pipeline of leads efficiently.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively without daily supervision.

Why work for Learning Curve group?

There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work!

Although we have some great benefits, we know that one of our biggest perks is the incredible People & Culture we have been lucky enough to create. Don't just take our word for it though, you can hear from some of our Purple People here: Click me

In addition to working for a company that has been listed as the top 100 companies to work for, for the last fives years you'll have access to below benefits:

• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year
• Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years
• Healthcare Scheme
• Tech Scheme
• Ikea Scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Paid Volunteer day each year
• Early Finish Fridays on the last Friday of every month
• Student / Teacher Discount
• Uniform

HEAD OFFICE PERKS
We wish we could provide these to all, but as a national company its not always possible. However these perks are available to all staff when they attend our incredible Head Office space.

• Electric Car charging points
• Free fruit, Coffee and Tea
• Onsite Shower
• Prayer room on request or list of nearest available places of worship

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

You’re unique – and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Don’t just take our word for it though! Our commitment to a number of covenants and pledges will show you just how serious we are about equal opportunities for all.

Halo Code
Learning Curve Group stand against hair discrimination in the workplace and champion the right for our Purple People to embrace Afro-Hairstyles including including, but not limited to, afros, locs, twists, braids, cornrows, fades, hair straightened through the application of heat or chemicals, weaves, wigs, headscarves, and wraps.

Disability Confident Leader
Disability Confident Leader status is the highest level of the scheme. It is awarded to organisations that act as champions for the rights of disabled people within their networks and who lead the way to help other businesses to become disability confident. At LCG we understand the need to remove barriers to create a level playing field. That's why if you require any reasonable adjustments to the interview and/or workplace, we welcome a discussion.

Armed Forces Covenant Gold
12% of our entire workforce are veterans of the armed forces and as such as its only right we show our support by pledging to the Armed Forces Covenant. It is a promise to those who serve or who have served, and their families, which says we will do all we can to ensure they are treated fairly and not disadvantaged in their day-to-day lives. As part of this promise, Reservists will receive an additional 10 days paid leave to attend training.

• Domestic Abuse Covenant
• Care Leaver Covenant
• Working Chance
• Ban the box

Recruitment Checks

Recruitment Checks Learners are at the centre of everything we do so we are committed to safeguarding and promoting their welfare. This means for some of our roles, we need to carry out certain checks to ascertain someone's suitability for working with learners.

As this role will not include regulated activity with learners, a DBS is not required. However, you will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK.