Sales & Operations Executive

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the exciting sport of padel as a business support and project management specialist. You'll engage with clients, coordinate projects, and drive sales, with clear career progression into project management. This role offers flexible, hybrid working, occasional travel, and the chance to be part of a dynamic, family-led team.

Benefits

Competitive Salary plus commission structure

Clear progression pathway into Project Management

Flexible working arrangements

Occasional international travel opportunities into Europe

Qualifications

• Commercially minded with a passion for business and sport.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage incoming new business enquiries.
• Prepare proposals, pricing, and project documentation.
• Assist with content creation and marketing activities.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisation

Interpersonal skills

Versatility

Tools

CRM systems

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Hybrid – Remote working available upon successful probation period with occasional UK travel to client sites and industry events

About SG Padel:

SG Padel are the UK’s leading padel court installers and official distributors for Mejorset, the world's leading padel court manufacturer. With the continued rise of padel across the country, our business is rapidly expanding. We have a growing number of exciting projects in development, and we are looking for a motivated, confident individual to help drive our next phase of growth.

This is a unique opportunity to join a passionate, family-led company at the heart of the fastest-growing sport in the country.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a self-starting and commercially-minded individual to support our existing projects and help attract and manage new business opportunities. This dynamic role will involve elements of sales, client engagement, operational coordination, and commercial strategy.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress into a Project Management position after gaining relevant knowledge and experience across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage incoming new business enquiries from email, website, and other channels

• Handle and follow up on incoming and outbound calls with prospective clients

• Support preparation of proposals, pricing, documentation, and timelines, including site logistics, insurances, and groundwork details

• Maintain and update CRM and regularly report on project pipeline and commercial performance

• Assist in the development of sales materials and commercial resources

• Contribute to commercial activity generation across new and existing business areas

• Conduct market research and provide regular industry reports, trends, and opportunity updates

• Support development of partnerships with sports clubs, leisure centres, schools, and other venues

• Coordinate court orders and liaise with partners and suppliers to ensure smooth delivery of products and services

• Assist with content creation, social media, and marketing activities

• Attend site visits, client meetings, and industry events across the UK (occasional travel to Europe)

What We’re Looking For:

• Commercially minded individual with a passion for business and sport

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• A high degree of professionalism, organisation, and reliability

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Versatility and willingness to take on varied responsibilities

• Interest or experience in sport development, especially within leisure, sports facilities, or construction

• Familiarity with CRM systems and basic sales reporting (training available)

• Competitive Salary plus commission structure

• Clear progression pathway into Project Management in the sports industry

• Be part of a rapidly expanding business in one of the most exciting and progressive industries

• Flexible working arrangements

• UK and potential occasional international travel opportunities into Europe

• A values-led family business with a collaborative and supportive culture