Sales Executive

www.sammons.co.uk; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An international sales company based in Farnborough is seeking a Sales Executive to join their fast-paced team. This role offers full training and clear progression opportunities with a competitive salary of £27,000, and additional OTE of £12,000 in commission. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. Fluency in languages such as Russian or Spanish is desirable but not essential. Join us to start a rewarding career in sales with opportunities for international job relocation.

Qualifications

• A proven sales background is preferred.
• Understanding of insurance products and industry trends is necessary.
• Customer-focused with dedication to providing market-leading service.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive advice to customers on products.
• Engage pro-actively with warm leads from potential clients.
• Generate and present accurate quotes based on client needs.
• Build and maintain effective client relationships.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Customer-focused background

Fluency in Russian, Spanish, Italian or German

Strong problem-solving ability

Education

Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in sales? This Sales Executive role offers the chance to join a successful international business where you’ll receive full training, ongoing development, and clear progression opportunities, all within a supportive and fast‑paced team environment. No previous sales experience is required – just ambition, drive, and a genuine desire to grow into a sales professional.

Location: Farnborough
Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Job Type: Permanent full‑time
Salary: £27,000 (Year 1‑2 OTE £12k commission)
Potential for international job relocation

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Focused – Providing comprehensive and unbiased advice to customers on the products on offer.
• Pro‑active Client Engagement – Working on warm leads from potential clients who have enquired about the products on offer through our website.
• In‑Depth Product Knowledge – Able to confidently and accurately explain the services available and address any queries or concerns.
• Quote Generation & Presentation – Generate accurate quotes based on the client’s needs & information, and effectively present these quotes to clients explaining all available options.
• Relationship Building – Fully understand what your clients’ needs are and effectively meet those needs.

Skills, Experience & Training Requirements

• A proven sales background
• Graduate or equivalent
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of insurance products & industry trends
• Strong problem‑solving ability & proactive mindset
• Customer‑focused background and dedication to providing market‑leading service
• Fluency in either Russian, Spanish, Italian or German – desirable but not essential

How to Apply

If this role sounds like something that you would be interested in, we would love to hear from you. Give us a call on 01252 727887 or apply directly through this advert with your CV.

Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will not have been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.