Sales Executive

learndirect; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent online learning provider in Bournemouth seeks a Sales Executive to engage with motivated learners. The role offers a competitive base salary with uncapped commission, focusing on consultative sales. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and be able to meet performance KPIs while delivering exceptional customer service. The position includes flexible working hours with potential weekend shifts, alongside a vibrant and supportive work culture.

Benefits

Uncapped commission

Generous bonus scheme

Annual holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Free course of choice after probation

Company pension scheme

Social events and supportive culture

Qualifications

• Experience in handling inbound and outbound calls.
• Understanding learner goals and matching them to courses.
• Delivering excellent customer service through various platforms.

Responsibilities

• Connect with motivated learners looking to invest in themselves.
• Enrol students onto their courses and guide them through the learning package.
• Work flexibly in a performance-driven environment.

Skills

Consultative sales approach

Communication skills

Ability to meet KPIs

Job description

Sales Executive

Salary : £26,000 - £60,000 per annum Contract type : Full-time, Permanent Location : Bournemouth, SouthWest BH2

About Us

We’re learndirect - the UK’s largest online learning provider. For 25 years, we’ve helped millions of learners transform their lives and careers through flexible, accessible education. From GCSEs, Degree Pathways and Access to HE Diplomas to accredited Dental Nursing and Animal Care qualifications - we’re shaping the future of digital learning.

With rapid growth underway, this is your chance to join a vibrant, target-led team that's changing the game in online education.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Sales Executive, you'll connect with motivated learners looking to invest in themselves. You’ll :

• Handle inbound and outbound calls to warm leads (no cold calling).


• Understand each learner’s goals and match them to the right course.


• Follow a consultative sales approach and FCA-compliant script.


• Enrol students onto their course and walk them through the full learning package.


• Work toward daily KPIs in a high-performing team.


• Deliver a world-class service by phone, email, live chat, and website enquiries.

What You’ll Get

• Uncapped commission – realistic OTE of £60,000+


• Base salary + generous bonus scheme from day one


• Incentives : spot bonuses, team prizes, Amazon vouchers, and more


• Annual holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off


• £50 birthday Amazon voucher


• Free course of your choice after probation


• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme


• Company pension scheme


• Vibrant, supportive culture with social events

Working Hours

Want a couple of mornings off during the week? Prefer earning extra through weekend shifts? You’ll work full-time on a flexible rota that includes some evenings and weekends. Full availability is essential – this is a performance-driven role where high achievers thrive.

What to Expect in the Hiring Process

We keep it fast and focused :

Initial screening call – Meet our Talent Acquisition & Trainer via MS Teams. We'll chat through your experience, attributes, and what drives you.

Sales roleplay + values interview – Meet the Sales Management Team. Let us see your energy and approach in action.

Offer and onboarding – If you’re the right fit, we move quickly.

A Few Final Words

We’re not just looking for staff – we’re looking for future top performers. If you’re ready to put in the effort, chase results, this is your chance to grow, with one of the UK’s most forward-thinking education companies.