Team Leader: Direct Sales

SmartestEnergy; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

SmartestEnergy, based in Manchester, is seeking an experienced Sales Team Leader to lead a growing internal sales team and maximise its productivity and capability. You will drive performance, coaching, engagement and development while delivering business targets and supporting growth.

As the day-to-day leader, you will own team performance, manage recruitment and onboarding, use performance data to inform decisions, and uphold high standards through regular 1:1s and quality processes.

Qualifications

• Experience leading sales teams, preferably in energy.
• Strong coaching and development skills.
• Experience with recruitment and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an internal sales team.
• Use performance data to drive productivity.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and ongoing coaching.
• Ensure compliance and high-quality processes.

Skills

Sales leadership

Coaching & development

Performance management

Job description

Based in Manchester and reporting to the Sales & Performance Manager, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and driven Sales Team Leader to lead a growing internal sales team and maximise its productivity, performance and capability. You will play a key role in delivering business targets and supporting organisational growth, while creating a high-performance culture where colleagues are motivated, supported and continuously developed.

As the day-to-day leader, you will take ownership of team performance, coaching, engagement and development, alongside recruitment and onboarding of new starters. You will use performance data and insight to drive results, ensure strong sales disciplines and compliance, oversee commission submissions, and maintain high standards through regular 1:1s, reviews and quality processes. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives on developing people, improving performance and building a successful, high-performing sales team.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Previous experience leading and developing successful sales teams, preferably in the energy industry.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.
• Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face-to-face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.

We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details. Please reach out so we can discuss with you further.

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