Junior Sales Executive

Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd; Essex (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Airborne Environmental Consultants Ltd is seeking a Junior Sales Executive to join their dynamic team in Essex, Maryland. This role offers a tailored training plan, uncapped commission potential, and opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, driven, and eager to learn, with a focus on sales development and customer relationship management.

Benefits

23 days leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Holiday buy-back

Sick pay

Loyalty bonuses

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in sales/telesales preferred.
• Strong communicator — written and spoken.
• Confident and resilient, ready to make cold calls.

Responsibilities

• Identify and generate new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Deliver compelling sales presentations to potential clients.

Skills

Communication

Sales Development

Customer Relationship Management

Product Knowledge

Territory Management

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Looking to kick-start your career in sales with a company that genuinely invests in your development?
• Join a fast-growing, employee-owned organisation where you can earn uncapped commission, train as you go, and build a career with real progression.

At AEC, we don’t just sell services — we deliver industry-leading solutions, and we’re looking for a Junior Sales Executive to be part of our exciting journey. Whether you’ve got a bit of experience under your belt or you’re looking to take your first step into sales, if you’re enthusiastic, driven, and eager to learn — we want to hear from you!

Training & Development:

At AEC, we take development seriously and want to make sure our people feel supported from day one. This role comes with a tailored training plan to help you get up to speed — and grow with the business.

You’ll spend time at our Manchester office getting to know different teams and learning how everything fits together. You’ll also work closely with our Sales Manager and Business Manager in Essex to build a strong understanding of our services and go out on site visits so you can see exactly what we do.

There will also be opportunities for further development as you progress — whether that’s through sales-specific training, industry qualifications, or simply building your experience on the job.

This role also includes uncapped bonus potential, so if you’re driven and proactive, there’s real opportunity to shape your own success!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Sales Development: Identify and generate new business opportunities by prospecting potential clients in the field, on the telephone and via web.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, providing excellent customer service and action any concerns or queries in a timely manner.
• Sales Presentations: Deliver compelling sales presentations to potential clients, articulating the value proposition of our products/services.
• Product Knowledge: Maintain a thorough understanding of company products/services and industry trends to effectively communicate value to clients. (1 st class training provided)
• Territory Management: Manage and prioritise sales activities in your designated territory to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Reporting & Administration: Provide regular updates to the Sales Manager regarding sales activities, customer feedback, and market trends. Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions, leads, and sales opportunities in the CRM system.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including marketing and resources, to ensure seamless delivery of services to clients.
• Sales Targets: Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1–2 years’ experience in sales/telesales (preferred but not essential)
• Strong communicator — written and spoken
• Confident, resilient, and ready to make cold calls
• Naturally curious and quick to learn
• Comfortable using CRM systems and Microsoft Office tools
• Full UK driving license & willingness to travel
• Living in or close to Essex is a bonus

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

AEC is an employee-owned compliance consultancy and training organisation specialising in the safe management of asbestos, water, fire, and occupational hygiene in the built environment. Established in 1997, we’ve grown from a small asbestos surveying consultancy to one of the UK’s leading providers of vocational training services. With offices in Manchester and Essex, we serve clients both nationally and internationally. In 2024, we transitioned to an Employee Ownership Trust, giving our team a stake in the company’s success. Our values of honesty, integrity, independence, and people-first are at the heart of everything we do.

• Employee Owned: We put our people first—giving you a real stake in our success, a voice in the business, and the opportunity to share in the rewards of our growth.
• Career Development: Ample opportunities for growth, including the chance to earn further professional qualifications.
• Fantastic Benefits: 23 days leave (plus bank holidays), private healthcare, pension scheme, holiday buy-back, sick pay, loyalty bonus’ and more!
• Supportive Culture: A safety-first, collaborative work environment where quality and care are at the heart of everything we do.
• Inclusive Workplace: We are committed to recruiting from all walks of life to create a more sustainable, diverse, and forward-thinking future.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today to join a company where your hard work is valued, and your professional growth is a priority.