Sales Executive (Entry Level)

Root HR LTD; Basildon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission based on sales performance

Growth with founders

Long-term career progression

Equity potential

Job summary

Root HR Limited in Basildon, UK is seeking a motivated Sales Executive to identify opportunities across the UK market, build relationships with owners and decision-makers, and convert opportunities into new customers. You will work directly with the founders and contribute to business expansion in an AI technology startup.

We welcome graduates and entry-level applicants with full training provided. This role offers a competitive base salary plus commission and potential long-term career

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine interest in AI, technology, startups and sales.
• Self-motivated, ambitious and target-driven.
• Willingness to attend client meetings and networking events.
• Sales or business development experience is desirable but not essential; graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities across the UK market.
• Research potential customers and industries.
• Build relationships with business owners and decision-makers.
• Generate qualified leads and sales opportunities through outreach, networking, LinkedIn and other channels.
• Arrange and attend client meetings, product demonstrations and industry events.
• Convert opportunities into new customers and close sales.
• Contribute to customer acquisition campaigns and business growth initiatives.
• Work closely with the founders to explore new markets and commercial opportunities.
• Maintain an organised sales pipeline and regularly report on sales activities.
• Support the company's long-term expansion and revenue growth objectives.

Job description

Root HR Limited is a growing UK-based AI technology startup developing intelligent solutions for HR, payroll, recruitment, workforce management and business compliance, through its AI-powered platform roothr.ai (https://roothr.ai/). We are looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Sales Executive to join our growing team in Basildon, Essex. This is more than a traditional sales position: you will work directly with the founders, contribute to business expansion and play an important role in the growth of an emerging AI technology company. Graduates and entry-level applicants are welcome and full training will be provided.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities across the UK market.
• Research potential customers and industries.
• Build relationships with business owners and decision-makers.
• Generate qualified leads and sales opportunities through outreach, networking, LinkedIn and other channels.
• Arrange and attend client meetings, product demonstrations and industry events.
• Convert opportunities into new customers and close sales.
• Contribute to customer acquisition campaigns and business growth initiatives.
• Work closely with the founders to explore new markets and commercial opportunities.
• Maintain an organised sales pipeline and regularly report on sales activities.
• Support the company's long-term expansion and revenue growth objectives.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based commission linked to successful sales performance.
• Opportunity to grow with an AI startup and work directly with the founders.
• Long-term career progression into senior sales, account management or commercial leadership roles.
• Potential equity participation: exceptional team members may be considered for future equity or share options, subject to eligibility, company approval and separate agreements.
• Training and exposure to AI technology, SaaS products, commercial strategy, sales and customer acquisition.

Contract terms: initial six-month fixed-term employment contract, including a three-month probationary period. Performance will be reviewed throughout the contract. Any extension or longer-term employment will depend on individual performance and business requirements.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A confident, professional and proactive approach.
• Genuine interest in AI, technology, startups and sales.
• Ability to build relationships and identify commercial opportunities.
• Self-motivated, ambitious and comfortable working towards targets.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Willingness to attend client meetings and networking events when required.
• Previous experience in sales or business development is desirable but not essential. Recent graduates and candidates starting their careers are encouraged to apply.