Entry level Sales (€30-€60k salary + commission)

Tangent; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and commission

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Job summary

Tangent is seeking entry level graduates, non-graduates and career changers to join its mission-driven team. The role focuses on lead generation, outreach, qualification and relationship building with client organisations across a growing global network including Amsterdam.

A competitive base salary plus commission is offered, with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment. No prior degree required; a passion for Tangent's mission and strong communication skills are essential for success

Qualifications

• No degree required; open to entry level, graduates and career changers.
• Strong communication and research abilities desirable.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a mission-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation: identify and research potential client companies.
• Outreach: contact target accounts via cold calls, email, and social channels.
• Qualification: assess needs and fit of Tangent's offering.
• Relationship building: engage with key decision-makers.
• Pipeline management: keep CRM up to date with activities and opportunities.
• Collaboration: work with marketing and sales teams to reach goals.
• Market research: stay informed on industry trends and competitors.

Skills

Lead generation

Outreach

Qualification

Relationship building

Pipeline management

Collaboration

Market research

CRM system

Tools

CRM system

Job description

We’re looking for entry level graduates, non-graduates and career changers as Tangent’s network grows globally across London, Barcelona, Berlin, Amsterdam and more. The starting salary is €30-€60k + commission.

What is Tangent

Tangent has created a new way to apply for jobs where industry expert mentors already working in the best companies provide free mentoring and support through the application process. On Tangent jobseekers sign-up and then connect with mentors for help with their CV, applications, industry advice and even support with salary negotiations. In today’s job market it’s almost impossible to get hired without the help of a mentor, they’ve been through the process in their career and want to give back by volunteering.

Tangent is a social impact platform built to help socially diverse backgrounds break into tech. Only 9% of tech employees come from low socioeconomic backgrounds, despite them making up 39% of the total population! That's worse than law, consulting and banking! We’re on a mission to change this and we need your help!

No previous experience or a degree is required, just a passion for the mission - helping jobseekers get hired with the help of a mentor.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Generation: Proactively identify and research potential client companies who would benefit from Tangent's services.
• Outreach: Initiate contact with target accounts through various channels, including cold calling, email marketing, and social media.
• Qualification: Qualify leads based on their needs and suitability for Tangent's offering.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers within client organisations.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain accurate records of all activities and opportunities within our CRM system.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing and sales teams to achieve shared goals.
• Market Research: Stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities.

Why Join Tangent?

• Competitive Salary and Commission: Earn a competitive base salary plus uncapped commission based on performance. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.
• Make a Real Impact: You'll be directly contributing to our mission of helping jobseekers get hired with the help of a mentor
• Career Growth: We're a rapidly growing company with plenty of opportunities for career advancement.
• Dynamic Environment: You'll be part of a passionate and collaborative team.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, commission structure, and benefits package.
• Personal Development: We are committed to your personal and professional development.
• Share Ownership: Be rewarded with share options in our rapidly growing company.

Our Mission:

Top jobs often go to candidates with privilege, connections and specialised training. Tangent addresses this imbalance by connecting talented individuals from diverse backgrounds with over 1,000+ industry expert mentors. These mentors provide free advice on the interview process at their companies, sharing insider tips and proven strategies from their experience at top organisations; to help candidates secure their dream sales roles. If you're passionate about our mission we want to hear from you! Be a part of the change.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.