Senior Sales Executive

Pure Gold; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gold brokerage in London seeks a motivated sales professional to convert inbound enquiries into sales and cultivate client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree or relevant experience, a strong sales background, and exhibit keen interest in economics. The position offers a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 with an impressive commission structure and benefits like 25 days annual leave, hybrid working, and wellness initiatives. Join a supportive environment where your work and ideas matter.

Benefits

Generous matched pension scheme

Private Healthcare & Health Cash Plan

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Degree with a 2:1 class or higher, or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of successful sales experience.
• Proven expertise in maintaining high conversion statistics.
• Interest in current affairs and money markets.
• Knowledgeable about global economics.
• Fast learner with a drive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Strong numerical ability.
• Strong written skills.
• Confident communicator, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Convert enquiries into sales.
• Cultivate relationships with clients to cross-sell and up-sell products.
• Write blogs and articles for the website and financial press.
• Create distribution channels through IFA sales.

Job description

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This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing physical gold and silver brokerage that has been up and running for 10 years with total revenues more than £100 million. Frequently featured in editorials such as the FT, Reuters, WSJ, Daily Mail, Metro and CNBC, reflecting the strength of our reputation and the trust we have built globally.

A non-corporate environment with a focus on the bigger picture and the bottom line. We have a strictly no cold calling policy, all our enquiries are warm, and we receive a growing number of inbound calls from people looking to invest in gold or silver.

Our company thrives on a culture where the Pursuit of Brilliance, Passionate Curiosity, Thoughtful Respect, Virtuous Choices, and Positive Energy are the foundational values guiding our actions and interactions. We believe great people make a great company and so we are dedicated to fostering an environment where ambition flourishes, ideas are valued, and work-life balance is paramount.

We invest in our team through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and skills development, and provide opportunities for genuine growth. If you take pride in delivering quality work, enjoy working to high standards, and thrive in a supportive team that values agility and process, you'll feel right at home here

Join our supportive & professional team, who take pride in both their work and each other.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced sales professional, with a proven track record in maintaining high conversion rates, and meticulous planning habits. You will be responsible for converting enquiries into sales, cultivating relationships with clients, and supporting the company's overall sales function. All enquiries are warm and inbound calls from people looking to invest in gold or silver.

As a maturing company enjoying sustained expansion, this role has the opportunity and flexibility to grow.

Role responsibilities

• Convert enquiries into sales.
• Cultivate relationships with clients to cross-sell and up-sell products
• Maintain high standards of planning habits and sales administration
• Undertake administration that supports the company's sales function, including documenting trades.
• Write blogs and articles for the website and financial press.
• Source, explore, and secure intermediary arrangements with introducers to earn continuing commissions.
• Create distribution channels through IFA sales to enhance volume-based repetitive orders.
• Cultivate and develop business infrastructure through marketing, innovative ideas, and additional revenue-generating mechanisms.
• Grow the entire business in line with the company's goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Degree with a 2:1 class or higher, or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of successful sales experience
• Proven expertise in maintaining high conversion statistics
• Interest in current affairs and money markets
• Knowledgeable about global economics
• Fast and capable learner, with a drive for continuous improvement
• Excellent telephone etiquette
• Gravitas required to captivate clients of all levels
• Strong numerical ability
• Strong written skills
• Have a 'can do' approach and is tenacious.
• Ability to work under pressure and flexibility to cope with changing priorities
• A team player who can work on their own initiative
• A confident communicator, both verbal and written
• Good time-management and planning skills
• A diligent approach to work with a keen eye for detail

Benefits

Package & Hours

• Monday to Friday, 9 am - 6:00 pm (1-hour lunch break)
• £35,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
• Impressive uncapped commission structure with realistic first year OTE of £100,000
• Generous quarterly bonus
• Generous matched pension scheme
• Hybrid - remote/office working schedule

Holiday & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• An extra day of holiday for your Birthday
• Private Healthcare & Health Cash Plan
• Christmas closing (confirmed annually)
• Regular Company Days and social activities
• Discounted gym membership
• Electric vehicle leasing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous family leave policies
• A positive, ambitious, and rewarding culture