Sales Development Program, London (2026 Graduates)

Gartner; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global research company is seeking Sales Associates for its Sales Development Program in Greater London. Successful candidates will partner with Sales Executives to create strategic sales plans and generate new leads through effective prospecting. A Bachelor's or Master's degree is preferred, and candidates must graduate in 2025 or 2026. The role offers competitive compensation, extensive support, and professional development opportunities in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Extensive support from mentors and colleagues

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Graduating in 2025 or 2026.
• Relevant work or internship in sales or customer service.
• Unmatched ability to establish credibility with senior-level executives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales Executives to create customized strategic plans.
• Generate leads by prospecting potential clients.
• Educate prospects on the value of Gartner's products.

Skills

Business Management

Computer Operating

Application Programming

Big Data

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

About Gartner

We deliver actionable objective insight that drives smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organizations mission-critical priorities. Our unrivaled combination of expert-led practitioner-sourced and data-driven research steers clients toward the right decisions on the issues that matter most. As a $6 billion company with over 20000 associates and a member of the S&P 500 we are an objective partner with 15000 client enterprises in more than 100 countries across all major functions in every industry and enterprise size and boast 40 years of experience providing insights and expert guidance to client enterprises worldwide.

About the Sales Development Program

Are you driven by results and achieving goals Have a passion for problem solving Youve come to the right place. Were seeking sales associates to join our Global Business Sales or Global Technology Sales team. Youll be part of a fast-paced dynamic team providing the highest level of sales support in procuring C-level individuals in some of the worlds most successful companies as potential new clients.

Youll apply strategic thinking and relationship building to help get executives on board to solve the most pressing business challenges affecting Fortune 500 executives from around the globe. You will understand their critical initiatives align Gartner research and expertise and help Gartner maintain its growth by ensuring strong business development of new clients.

Upon joining Gartner you will be aligned to one of two pathways Account Management (AMX) or Business Development (BDX) where you will then be aligned with one or more Sales Executives. After successful completion of the Sales Development Program you will have the opportunity to be promoted into a quota-bearing role on one of our Sales teams.

What you will do

Partner with Sales Executives to create customized strategic plans for sales territories with a goal of supporting their monthly quarterly and annual revenue targets.

Successful participation and completion of the sales development program training curriculum within 15 months.

Generate leads by prospecting potential clients identify new sales opportunities with existing clients and qualifying inbound leads.

Research prospective and existing companies C-Level executives business trends and competitive intelligence to prepare relevant and tailored outreach to secure meetings.

Proactively schedule calls with prospective and existing clients via phone email LinkedIn and cold calling.

Educate prospects and clients on the value of Gartners renowned products and services.

Shadow and / or own calls with aligned Sales Executive.

Support follow up actions to enable pipeline progression and drive client engagement.

What You Will Get

• Extensive support: work closely with and learn from colleagues mentors and managers.
• Make an impact: the ability to do meaningful real-life work and learn executives priorities and opportunities.
• Meet great people: collaborate with like-minded goal-oriented peers and mentors who are always there to help.
• Be empowered: join an organization that allows associates to reach their full potential in an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities.
• Have fun: socialize with other associates around the globe.
• Fuel your future: develop your skill set as you look ahead to your future career.

What You Will Need

Bachelors or Masters degree preferred (all majors welcome)

You must be a 2025 or 2026 graduate to be considered for this program

Relevant work or internship in sales or customer service

Unmatched ability to establish credibility with senior-level executives

Advanced computer and internet search skills

Varsity-level communication writing problem-solving and time management skills

Ability to plan and prioritize daily tasks / responsibilities

Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure

Collaborating with others to overcome challenges

Who are we

At Gartner Inc. (NYSE : IT) we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable objective business and technology insights helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979 weve grown to 21000 associates globally who support 14000 client enterprises in 90 countries and territories. We do important interesting and substantive work that matters. Thats why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work

Our vast virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities opportunities that may not even exist right now for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together our singular unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies cultures religions ethnicities races genders sexual orientations abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why year after year we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer

Gartner offers world-class benefits highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive working virtually when its productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner Join us

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Key Skills

Business Management,Computer Operating,Application Programming,Bank,Big Data

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1