Sales Executive Apprentice (Level 4)

First Response Finance Ltd; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days holiday

Buy/sell holiday scheme

Bonus scheme

Job summary

First Response Finance invites applications for a Sales Executive Apprentice who will manage and grow a UK territory, working closely with dealer partners. The role combines sales, business development and account management with structured training and a recognised Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship.

Ideal for people with strong communication skills and a people-centred approach. Hybrid working is available and a range of employee benefits accompany the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Essential: Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with dealer partners.
• Manage and grow an assigned sales territory across the UK.
• Support existing dealer partners to maximise opportunities.
• Prospect and onboard new dealer partners.
• Identify opportunities to grow business in your territory.
• Share market insight and feedback with teams.
• Deliver an excellent dealer experience with internal partners.
• Develop knowledge of products, processes and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Teamwork

Customer focus

Job description

Are you looking for a career, professional development and the ability to earn whilst you learn?

This could be the opportunity for you.

This role is ideal for people with strong communication and relationship-building skills who want to develop a long-term career in sales. Previous sales experience isn't required. If you have a people-centred approach and align with our Values, we can teach the rest.

Alongside this role, you'll complete a Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship, gaining a nationally recognised qualification while developing the skills and experience needed to build a successful career.

At First Response Finance, we're proud to be the UK's Number 1 vehicle finance company and an award winning Employer. Our people are at the heart of our success and we're passionate about creating opportunities for individuals who are motivated to learn, develop and grow with us.

About the Role

As a Sales Executive Apprentice, you'll be responsible for managing and growing a territory across the UK. You'll work closely with our dealer partners, building strong relationships, supporting existing accounts and identifying new business opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop skills in sales, business development and account management whilst receiving structured training and support throughout your apprenticeship.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with dealer partners.

• Managing and growing an assigned sales territory.

• Supporting existing dealer partners and helping them maximise opportunities with First Response Finance.

• Prospecting and onboarding new dealer partners.

• Identifying opportunities to grow business within your territory.

• Gathering and sharing market insight and feedback.

• Working closely with internal teams to deliver an excellent dealer experience.

• Developing knowledge of our products, processes and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Enjoy building relationships and working with others.

• Communicate confidently and professionally.

• Are resilient and maintain a positive attitude when facing challenges.

• Take ownership of their learning and development.

• Are proactive and motivated to achieve goals.

• Enjoy working as part of a team.

• Put customers at the heart of what they do

Experience in sales isn't essential. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are interested in your potential, attitude and willingness to learn.

Salary & Reward

• Starting salary of £20,076.00

• Regular Salary increases

• Annual company bonus scheme.

• Christmas bonus.

• Profit share bonus paid in April.

Working Hours & Benefits

• Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm.

• One Saturday per month, 10:00am to 4:00pm.

• Hybrid working available.

• 23 days holiday, increasing with service.

• Buy and sell holiday scheme after probation.

• Extensive employee benefits package.

• Structured training and development opportunities.

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Have the full right to work in the UK.

Desirable Requirements

• Hold a full UK driving licence.

• Have access to a vehicle for business travel (mileage expenses reimbursed)

Build a Career with First Response Finance

If you're ambitious, enjoy working with people and are looking for an opportunity to develop professionally whilst earning a salary and achieving a recognised qualification, we'd love to hear from you.