Sales Executive

East Suffolk Council; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local service organization in Lowestoft is seeking a Sales Executive to identify and develop new business opportunities. The role involves managing the sales journey and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a motivation to contribute to local community services. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Top-tier health and wellbeing package

Competitive pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Exclusive discounts

Car benefit scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales or business development.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Willingness to travel between locations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Manage the full sales journey from initial contact to onboarding.
• Produce reports on current and proposed commercial activities.

Skills

Sales experience

Highly motivated

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Overview

• East Suffolk Services Limited, Lowestoft NR32 2EF or Ufford IP13 6ET
• Salary: £35,412 - £38,220 per annum
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent

Are you a driven and dynamic sales professional ready to make a real impact?

Be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference. At East Suffolk Services, we proudly deliver a wide range of essential local services that support the lives of over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district. We are a new, growing organisation full of energy, ambition, and purpose. As part of our team, you\'ll play an important role in helping us shape high-quality, efficient services that people rely on every single day. This is more than just a job — it is an opportunity to support, and give back to, your local community.

We currently have an opportunity to join our growing Commercial team as a Sales Executive.

Your role:

In this role, you\'ll be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities across Suffolk, building strong relationships with clients, and promoting our services through tailored solutions. You\'ll manage the full sales journey, from initial contact to onboarding, ensuring a smooth and customer-focused experience. Working closely with internal teams, you\'ll help deliver high-quality proposals, support bids, and contribute service improvements that meet client needs and drive growth. You will also produce reports on current and proposed commercial activity to enable the company to grow, learn and adapt to the commercial landscape.

What you will need:

• Proven experience in sales or business development
• Highly motivated and target driven
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Willingness to travel between customer locations in Suffolk to build commercial relationships

If you have the skills, experience, or potential to succeed in this role, we would love to hear from you.

Why join us

At East Suffolk Services, we value our employees. We believe the backbone of any company’s success is its people, and our continued success depends on recognising talented individuals, supporting their development, and retaining them within our organisation. We are committed to making East Suffolk Services a great place to work.

• Top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life, including online access to UK-based GPs and dentists, plus life insurance.
• Competitive, matched pension scheme through Royal London.
• Access to a wide range of support networks and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health resources and specialist counselling.
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role and personal goals.
• Exclusive discounts on technology, holidays, travel, fashion, health and beauty, and more.
• Car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme to support your commute.

For more information

For an informal discussion regarding this post, please contact Justin Pedley (Assistant Director - Commercial) on 07353 166249 or [e-mail].

Closing date: 11.30pm, 5 October 2025.

Interview date: w/c 13 October 2025.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (docx).

Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (docx). Please use the application template provided to show how you meet each of the criteria listed in the Person Specification. We are unable to accept applications submitted in other formats.

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. CVs are not accepted.

For more information, check out the How to Apply section of our Career Site (URL).