Sales Coordinator

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Recruitment Sales Specialist to drive engagement with potential candidates for exciting expedition programmes. This role focuses on outreach, relationship building, and delivering impactful presentations to inspire young individuals to embark on transformative journeys. You will play a key role in achieving recruitment targets while collaborating with various teams to ensure a seamless application process. If you are passionate about youth engagement and possess strong sales skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven team and make a difference in the lives of young adventurers!

Qualifications

• Experience in sales with a focus on recruitment and conversion.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert candidates into committed Venturers for expeditions.
• Build relationships with schools and universities to boost recruitment.

Skills

Sales skills

Results and target driven

Relationship management

Time management

Highly organised

Collaboration and motivation skills

Product knowledge

Technical CRM skills

Strong communication skills

Valid UK driving license

Tools

CRM tools

Slack

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Position Details

• Based: Remote working, based in the Southeast, UK
• Contract: Full time
• Team: Recruitment (Sales) Team
• Salary: £24,000 + Commission
• Application deadline: 11th May 2025
• Start date: 1st July 2025

Role Overview

As a key contributor to achieving our Expedition Venturer targets and revenue goals, you will be the first point of contact for potential candidates, representing Raleigh International’s culture and values.

Your primary responsibility will be to identify, engage, and convert candidates aged 17-24 into committed Venturers for our 5, 7, or 10-week programmes in various Expedition countries. This involves converting inbound online leads and traveling to schools and universities, primarily in the Southeast, to deliver talks and engage with potential Venturers. You will also follow up with leads to ensure a seamless experience and successful conversions.

The role requires active outreach, relationship building, and providing exceptional customer service throughout the application process. You will communicate the benefits of our Expeditions through phone consultations, online and in-person events, email, and WhatsApp. Comfort and confidence in speaking with both 17-24-year-olds, their parents/guardians, and educational professionals are essential. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with other departments to support Raleigh’s mission and contribute to the Recruitment Team’s overall sales targets.

Key Skills and Knowledge

• Sales skills
• Results and target driven
• Relationship management
• Time management
• Highly organised
• Collaboration and motivation skills
• Product knowledge
• Technical CRM skills
• Strong communication skills (including on the phone)
• Must have a valid UK driving license and be comfortable commuting to events

Key Accountabilities

Sales

• Execute sales activities to meet recruitment and conversion targets.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of future bookings and prospects.
• Respond promptly to inbound inquiries via email, phone, and online chat platforms like WhatsApp.
• Deliver online and in-person Expedition sessions, improve presentations, encourage sign-ups, and follow up.
• Develop strong relationships with schools and universities visited.
• Follow up with leads from the Marketing team to convert them into bookings.
• Build relationships with potential candidates for future bookings.
• Create tailored pitches based on customer preferences.
• Become an expert in the Raleigh Expedition programme and understand the projects for each cycle.

Reporting and Admin

• Use CRM tools to manage inquiries and customer records efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and application statuses.
• Support team communication via Slack and address inquiries promptly.

Collaboration

• Coordinate with Expedition Experience and Operations teams for product knowledge updates.
• Work with marketing to ensure presentations are on brand and messaging is correct.
• Collaborate with CRM lead to ensure effective reporting.

How to Apply

To apply, email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]