Sales Development Representative

Adecco; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Sales Development Representative for a remote-based role with travel to GP practices. You will build relationships, identify new opportunities, and support healthcare services. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic with healthcare experience and strong communication skills. This temporary role offers a chance for permanent employment and valuable experience in sales.

Qualifications

• Entry-level experience or keen interest in sales, business development, or account management.
• Experience within the healthcare sector, especially Primary Care, is highly desirable.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a car for visits.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cold calls and follow-ups to qualify new opportunities.
• Travel to GP practices to deliver marketing materials and introduce services.
• Identify and assess suitable host sites for contracts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Organised and proactive mindset

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Sales Development Representative

Location: Remote Based Role with travel required in car. Expenses payable.

Pay: £16 - £17 per hour

Duration: Temporary ongoing (opportunity for perm)

Hours: 8am-4pm, 37.5 hr week.

Overview

We're looking for a proactive and confident individual, with experience in healthcare (especially in primary care) who is eager to grow within sales and business development. Are you ready to kick‑start your career in sales? Join us as a Sales Development Representative and make a real impact.

Responsibilities

• Conducting cold calls and following up via email to qualify new opportunities and build a strong sales pipeline.
• Travelling to GP practices to deliver marketing materials, introduce services, and support engagement – your friendly face will be key.
• Identifying and assessing suitable host sites for new and existing contracts.
• Initiating contact with potential clients and supporting the acquisition of new GP partners.
• Building and nurturing trusted, long‑term relationships with clients – this is where your people skills come into play.
• Understanding client needs and proactively identifying additional opportunities within your portfolio.
• Providing excellent customer service and ensuring client expectations are met and exceeded.
• Liaising effectively with internal teams to support seamless service delivery – collaboration is key.
• Recommending improvements to tools, processes, and account management workflows to enhance efficiency.

About You

• Entry‑level experience or a keen interest in sales, business development, or account management.
• Experience within the healthcare sector – especially Primary Care – is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills with excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building abilities.
• An organised, proactive, and solutions‑focused mindset.
• The ability to work independently, manage your own time, and stay motivated.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and confidence in managing client data.
• A full, clean driving licence and access to a car – essential for those GP practice visits.

Why Join Us?

This temporary position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in the sales and healthcare field while working with a dynamic team. If you're enthusiastic, cheerful, and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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