Sales Executive

Nicholas Associates Graduate Placements; Hessle; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A national employment agency is seeking a Business / Sales Executive to drive growth by creating apprenticeship opportunities across various regions. The role involves generating business, managing relationships, and providing support during recruitment phases. The ideal candidate has proven sales experience, especially in B2B, and is well-versed in the apprenticeship landscape. This position offers a flexible work option, allowing for remote or hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Apprenticeships and the related landscape is essential.
• Experience in B2B sales with a focus on target achievement is required.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage new business opportunities in the apprenticeship sector.
• Present business solutions to stakeholders while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Support the recruitment process during busy periods while monitoring performance.

Skills

Knowledge of Apprenticeships, Levy, and WBL landscape

Proven B2B sales/business development experience

Strong presentation skills

Excellent customer service experience

Education

Level 3 qualification

Tools

CRM experience

Job description

Business / Sales Executive

Apprentice Employment Agency division

Location - remote/hybrid

Hours / Salary - Will consider part time (though must be spread across 5 days per week), competitive and OTB

About the Role

Our Apprentice Employment Agency (AEA) provides national apprentice employment and management solutions. This new Sales Consultant role will drive growth by creating new apprenticeship opportunities and developing relationships across the Nicholas Associates Group. You will thrive in a competitive market, be resilient, energetic, and confident engaging with people online, by phone, and in person. This is a great role for someone looking to build a long-term career in business development. The role's primary geographic responsibility spans from Cumbria, Lancashire, Cheshire to Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, with additional national coverage and regular travel in line with client requirements.

What You'll Do

Sales & Growth

• Generate, manage, and close new business opportunities to meet targets (Liverpool to Hull, .)
• Prospect through cold calling, online engagement, networking, and relationship building.
• Present confidently to stakeholders and maintain excellent customer satisfaction.
• Manage SLAs, opportunities, and client data via CRM, ensuring compliance.
• Build a strong pipeline and maximise cross-sell opportunities across the wider group.
• Support social media activity and marketing to enhance brand presence.

Service Support

• Assist during busy apprentice recruitment periods.
• Support onboarding, documentation, and compliance processes.
• Monitor Training Provider performance and contribute to apprentice reviews and reporting.

Experience

Essential:

• Knowledge of Apprenticeships, Levy, and WBL landscape.
• Proven B2B sales/business development experience with consistent target achievement.
• Strong presentation and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to use LMI to target markets and manage time effectively.
• Excellent customer service experience.

Desirable:

• CRM experience, knowledge of SFA funding, and marketing support.
• Sales experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, STEM, Digital, Commercial, Chemical, Logistics, or Education.
• Level 3 qualification, driving licence, and safeguarding awareness.

Attributes

• Resilient, ambitious, and driven.
• Strong communicator with excellent presentation skills.
• Able to influence and build long‑term relationships.
• Proactive, adaptable, and highly organised.
• Committed to delivering ethical, high‑quality service and to Equal Opportunities.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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