Outbound Sales Executive

hometree.co.uk; London; Remote; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable energy solutions is seeking an Outbound Sales Executive to join their dynamic sales team. This remote-first role involves engaging with customers, promoting green energy products, and providing exceptional service. The ideal candidate will have a strong sales background and excellent communication skills. Join the mission to empower homeowners in managing energy efficiently and cost-effectively.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday.

Free boiler & home emergency cover, plus 40% discount for friends & family.

Discounted gym memberships and wellness apps.

£300 home office allowance.

Mental health and wellbeing support.

Cycle to work scheme.

Regular team socials including summer and winter parties.

Qualifications

• Experience in outbound sales.
• Comfort with multiple customer and online systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers via outbound calls to support their energy journey.
• Discuss products compliantly over the phone with interested customers.
• Manage multiple lead sources to convert interest into sales.

Skills

Customer-focused mindset

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem-solving ability

Organised

Job description

Join to apply for the Outbound Sales Executive role at Hometree

Salary: £33,800 total package (26k base + OTE)

Role type: Full Time

Location: Remote first, with willingness to travel monthly to the Peterborough office for team meetings

Reports to: Sales Team Leader, Operations

Do you thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced sales environment? Are you excited about promoting sustainable energy solutions and engaging with customers interested in green energy? If so, this rewarding role is for you.

About Hometree

Join Hometree Group and be part of transforming the residential energy landscape. Founded in 2015, we focus on decentralised, digitised, renewable home energy systems like heat pumps, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and smart controls. Our mission is to empower homeowners to manage energy efficiently and cost-effectively, setting new industry standards.

Our divisions include:

• Financial Services: Offering flexible financing options for renewable energy upgrades.
• Energy Services: Supporting local installation businesses with sustainable energy solutions.
• Home Services: Providing coverage plans to maintain home hardware.

We are committed to helping UK homeowners adopt sustainable energy solutions and are seeking passionate individuals to join our journey.

Key Achievements

• £85m+ Capital Raised: From leading investors including Legal & General Capital and energy VCs.
• 6 Acquisitions: Expanding our operations across financing, home cover, and energy services.
• 100k Homes Covered: Across the UK.
• 280+ Employees: Dedicated team transforming the industry.

Role and Responsibilities

As part of our sales team, you will work across various pipelines and lead sources, engaging with customers via outbound calls to support them in their energy journey—whether addressing online checkout issues, discussing upgrades, or promoting green energy solutions like boilers, heat pumps, or solar options. You may also handle inbound inquiries occasionally.

Your success will be measured by engaging with as many customers as possible, providing excellent service, and signing them up for our products compliantly.

Responsibilities:

• Discuss products compliantly over the phone with interested customers.
• Reach out to customers who have shown interest but not yet purchased.
• Support existing customers in transitioning to greener options like boilers, heat pumps, or solar, financed through our team.
• Manage multiple lead sources to convert interest into sales.
• Follow compliant sales techniques to meet customer needs and regulatory standards.
• Assist inbound sales team when needed.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in outbound sales.
• Customer-focused mindset with a drive to find the best solutions for each customer.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability and a mindset for continuous improvement.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and ownership-driven.
• Team player with collaborative spirit.
• Comfort with multiple customer and online systems.

Our Recruitment Process:

• Initial call with our Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist (30 mins).
• Skills-based interview with our Head of Customer Care & Sales Team Lead (1 hr).

Perks of the Job:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday.
• Free boiler & home emergency cover, plus 40% discount for friends & family.
• Discounted gym memberships and wellness apps.
• £300 home office allowance.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Regular team socials including summer and winter parties.

Who You’ll Be Working With

The Operations Department manages customer service, repairs, escalations, sales, training, and reviews. Strong communication, customer service, and time management skills are essential, along with compliance with industry regulations.

FCA Code of Conduct

As a regulated financial services organization, we adhere to FCA guidelines, emphasizing integrity, professionalism, and fair treatment of customers. All team members are expected to uphold these standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We provide equal opportunities throughout the hiring process and employment, regardless of background or experience.