Sales Team Lead

LJ Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Sales Team Leader to manage a team of 17 sales professionals. The role offers competitive salary and opportunity for growth, requiring strong sales leadership and interpersonal skills. This full-time position is based in Colchester, offering a supportive team culture and a chance to grow within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a sales team leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to manage people effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Sales in managing a team of 17.
• Motivate and coach team members to hit individual and group targets.
• Monitor performance and provide regular feedback.

Skills

sales team leadership

coaching

communication skills

interpersonal skills

Job description

Sales Team Leader

Location: Colchester

Full-time, Monday to Friday (on-site)

Salary: Dependent on experience

A well-established company in the branded merchandise and promotional products sector is seeking a confident and capable Sales Team Leader to support the Head of Sales in managing a team of 17 sales professionals. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Colchester, offering the opportunity to grow within a fast-moving, customer-focused business.

About the Company

With a strong reputation in the UK promotional merchandise industry, the company works with businesses and organisations of all sizes to supply a wide range of branded products - from everyday items like mugs, bags, and keyrings to bespoke marketing materials. Their in-house team supports clients from order to delivery, offering expert guidance, quality printing, and a seamless service experience.

The Role

You’ll play a key part in leading a busy sales floor, supporting team performance, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will be an approachable, organised, and resilient leader who can build positive working relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Sales in managing a team of 17
• Motivate and coach team members to hit individual and group targets
• Monitor performance and provide regular feedback
• Help onboard and train new team members
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with team members, customers, and suppliers
• Handle performance issues and sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism

What We're Looking For

• Experience in a sales team leadership or supervisory role
• Proven ability to manage people effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to balance friendliness with professionalism when handling sensitive situations
• Experience in the merchandise, printing, or marketing sector is beneficial, but not essential

What's On Offer

• Full-time, permanent role (Monday to Friday, 5 days a week, based on-site in Colchester)
• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to grow within a well-established and ambitious company

Ready to lead and inspire a dynamic sales team?

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter - we'd love to hear from you.