Sales Consultant

HIT Training Ltd; Warminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission

Mileage reimbursement

Healthcare plan

25 days holiday

Birthday day off

Holiday buy/sell

Life insurance

Sick pay

Training & qualifications

Job summary

The Opportunity Provider is seeking a Field-based Sales Consultant to drive territory growth by building relationships with local businesses across Dorset, Wiltshire, and Somerset. You will connect employers with funded training and apprenticeships, meeting enrolment targets as part of a regional team.

The role involves traveling to client sites, some home-based work, and representing TOP at regional events. Base salary starts from £27,000 with commission and travel expenses provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales role.
• Experience of new business to business development and lead generation.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• A natural problem solver who can take initiative and is self motivated.

Responsibilities

• Proactively researching the assigned region to identify potential B2B clients and mapping out new commercial opportunities for funded training and apprenticeships.
• Traveling throughout the region to conduct face-to-face introductions with local businesses, establishing a highly visible and professional brand presence.
• Securing and leading meetings with key corporate decision-makers to present TOP’s tailored training solutions and successfully close new business.
• Utilising proactive outreach strategies (telephony, email, and face-to-face) to consistently meet or exceed monthly business development targets.
• Developing strong, trust-based relationships with newly acquired accounts to ensure seamless onboarding and promote long-term client loyalty.
• Accurately maintaining the internal CRM system to log all sales activities, track lead progression, and maintain a transparent overview of your pipeline.
• Working closely with Area Managers and internal delivery teams to align sales initiatives with regional enrolment objectives and operational capacity.
• Gathering client feedback and monitoring local trends to provide actionable market insights to internal departments.

Job description

Location: Field-based / Hybrid covering theDorset, Wiltshire, Somerset area
Salary: From £27,000 + Commission + Fuel/Travel Expenses (Full Training Provided)

Contact type:Fixed Term

Looking for a Career in Sales ?

you’ll be out in the field building relationships with local businesses to spark exciting new growth opportunities across diverse industries. You will be the driving force connecting employers and eager learners to our life-changing Apprenticeships, and funded training. Working alongside a supportive regional team, you’ll hit enrolment goals and act as the face of The Opportunity Provider at regional events.

The role will include some working from home, travelling to client sites and networking opportunities in your local area.

As a Sales Consultant, your focus will be on driving territory growth through strategic field prospecting, relationship building, and collaborative pipeline management. Your core duties will include:

• Proactively researching the assigned region to identify potential B2B clients and mapping out new commercial opportunities for funded training and apprenticeships.


• Traveling throughout the region to conduct face-to-face introductions with local businesses, establishing a highly visible and professional brand presence.


• Securing and leading meetings with key corporate decision-makers to present TOP’s tailored training solutions and successfully close new business.


• Utilising proactive outreach strategies (telephony, email, and face-to-face) to consistently meet or exceed monthly business development targets.


• Developing strong, trust-based relationships with newly acquired accounts to ensure seamless onboarding and promote long-term client loyalty.


• Accurately maintaining the internal CRM system to log all sales activities, track lead progression, and maintain a transparent overview of your pipeline.


• Working closely with Area Managers and internal delivery teams to align sales initiatives with regional enrolment objectives and operational capacity.


• Gathering client feedback and monitoring local trends to provide actionable market insights to internal departments.

About you

We’re seeking proactive, confident individuals with the following skills and experience

• Previous experience in a sales role.


• Experience of new business to business development and lead generation.


• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.


• A natural problem solver who can take initiative and is self motivated.

Your Benefits and Growth

Our Sales Consultants can expect a base salary starting from £27,000 plus our benefits and commission package:

• Achievable commission, based on new starts per month.


• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day off for your birthday.


• A holiday buy and sell scheme for up to five extra days.


• Additional tax-free bonuses when company targets are met.


• Healthcare cash plan, dental plan, employee assistance programmes, and 24/7 GP access.


• Enhanced sick pay and life insurance.


• Mileage reimbursement and travel expenses.


• Access to tailored training and qualifications.

Why Join TOP ?

At The Opportunity Provider, we believe in the transformative power of apprenticeships—not just for individuals, but for businesses and the sector as a whole. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident and Living Wage employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you’d like to know more about the role, our approach to flexible working, or any adjustments we can make to support you during the recruitment process, please get in touch at [e-mail].

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, as we are dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.