Marketing Assistant jobs in United Kingdom

We’re on a mission to drive the renewable energy revolution across the globe, and we are on the hunt to find plenty of amazing people to help us brighten the world with our reality. We have taken over the UK energy market, becoming the number one provider, with 8 years of Which? Awards for our exceptional customer service, and we are looking to do the same with our low carbon technologies; Solar, Air Source Heat Pumps and EV Charging. We’re spearheading the adoption of domestic, renewable energy in the UK and we want you to be a part of our journey by joining our Solar or Heat Pump sales teams.

Our smart energy and low carbon heating solutions mean our customers can enjoy clean, green and cosy homes all year round. When you join us, you’ll be placed within one of our teams selling either Solar or Air Source Heat Pumps. Our leads come from engaged customers who expect our renowned 5* service, so you can be sure our customers are just as passionate about green energy as we are and ready to take the next step into the Green Mission with us.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about the mission Octopus is on and want to grow their career with us. We would love for you to have a proven track record of exceptional customer experience with excellent listening skills. Confidence when dealing with customers over the phone in a B2C capacity, sales experience smashing KPIs and a hunger to develop are a must.

Our people are our strongest asset, and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

• Develop and establish your sales pipeline with customers - from lead through to delivery and accomplish sales & orders in line with our KPIs
• Explain the benefits of Low Carbon Technologies, Solar and Air Source Heat Pump systems and Octopus Energy as a provider - don’t worry if the tech is new to you, our amazing Learning & Development Team will take you through it all in our 4 week induction so you are ready and rearing to go
• Provide exceptional customer service through the sales process and record customer feedback in our Customer Relationship Management system (CRM)
• Become an expert in finding customers their perfect solution to future proof their homes and drive energy independence
• Be a real advocate for our technology and show customers why it’s great for their needs in a jargon free environment

• A love of the buzz you get when exceeding targets and being rewarded with regular incentives and great commission structures
• A solution focused approach and positive outlook, especially when overcoming objections
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own time and workload effectively
• A love of dynamic and active office environments, being able to adjust to change and keep up with a fast moving business… We are a start-up after all!
• A desire to work within sales and grow your career is a must - we are excited about the future and want you to be too!

• Starting salary of £24,900 per year
• Commission structure (£10k OTE per year, uncapped earning potential)
• Equity share options in Octopus Energy
• Octopus Energy is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about.

• We do things a little differently around here. If successful in your eligibility questions, we’ll be in touch to discuss your application further! If it sounds like the role would be a good fit, we’ll then invite you along to one of our in person assessment days! You’ll meet the team, complete some assessment exercises and be able to ask us questions, as well as getting a glimpse of what life at Octopus is really like firsthand.

Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential.Need any specific accommodations?Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic!

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.