Sales Consultant

Uniting Holding; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy firm in Newcastle is seeking experienced sales advisors. This full-time role involves generating and maintaining a customer portfolio while using consultative sales techniques. Working Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm allows for better work-life balance, and the commission structure is uncapped for ambitious individuals. The environment is supportive, aiming for mutual growth, as you work closely with senior managers to excel in your sales career.

Benefits

Uncapped commission structure

Subsidised city parking

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Sales experience is essential, with an understanding of the sales process.
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
• Strong presentation and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business and develop a customer portfolio.
• Use consultative selling techniques to meet client needs.
• Maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Sales experience

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Job description

Location: Newcastle City Centre

Salary: £21k Uncapped commission scheme

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Tired of working late shifts and weekends? Are you from a B2C sales background keen to get into the B2B background? We are looking for B2C experienced sales advisors to join our team here at The Electric Board.

Working Monday to Thursday 9-5pm with the option to finish at 1pm on Fridays! We never work Bank Holidays or weekends!

Key Benefits

• We pay between 10% & 15% of all revenues generated
• Our energy consultants keep 100% of their customers. They renew them and earn the same commission for renewal as they do for acquisition.
• Brand new contemporary office.
• Newcastle city centre based (20 metres from central station metro).
• Subsidised parking (10 metres from the office)
• Your working hours will be between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Thursday: with the option to finish at 1pm on a Friday.
• We never work weekends or Bank Holidays.

The Organisation

The Electric Board (part of the IU Consult Group) was founded in 2011 by a team of individuals who collectively have over 50 years of experience in the energy sector. Their aim was to introduce a service that would simplify the complicated process of negotiating and renewing energy contracts and provide their knowledge and support to businesses looking to reduce their energy usage and costs.

Having developed strong working relationships with suppliers operating in both the UK & Ireland, The Electric Board are able to offer the very best pricing and energy management services available to help businesses manage their energy needs.

The Electric Board is a growing business who has heavily invested in the type of technology that is re-shaping the way that new business is acquired. With our own bespoke CRM and quote system you will have the necessary tools at your disposal to make the most of your business portfolio. With thousands of satisfied customers across the UK and Ireland, we’re growing rapidly and are looking to recruit the best sales talent across the region.

Mission Statements

• To be a vital asset in the eyes of our clients
• The Electric Board strives to be the most respected partner in the energy consultancy sector, supporting our customers in achieving their energy related goals and objectives.

The Role:

Working alongside our business admin team, you’ll report to one of our senior managers who will be on hand to provide you with all the support and direction you need to compete at the highest level in this industry.

The underlying function of an Energy Consultant is to generate new business to develop your own customer portfolio by ensuring newly acquired customers are retained and renewed.

The role can be broken down into the following key components:

• Target customers using all sales tools and media including referrals, telephone canvassing, email and networking.
• Developing and maintaining a healthy pipeline to include a portfolio of key prospects.
• Generating and following up of all allocated sales leads.
• Using consultative sales selling techniques to develop solutions to meet clients needs and secure orders.
• Maintaining a good relationship with the client ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction is retained.
• Responding to all sales inquiries and following up on all sales activity in a professional, timely and efficient manner.
• Maintaining professional business conduct and appearance at all times when representing the company.

Person Specification:

• Sales experience is essential but we’re happy to talk to people from any sales background. Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the sales process will be required.
• Excellent time management skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong presentation, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a professional approach.
• Professional, persuasive and confident in new business pitching.
• A natural drive with a loyal, strong and proactive work ethic.

We’re looking for people who have a real desire to work in a sales environment. We want you to be able to demonstrate an ambition for success and career progression. In return we will reward you with an excellent salary and commission structure.

Being located in the centre of Newcastle we are easily accessible by all means of transport and can provide subsidised city centre parking for those who require it.