Summary
We’re on the lookout for an ambitious Sales Apprentice to join our dynamic sales team and play a key role in driving business growth. This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales, customer relationship management, and business development within the fast-paced digital sector. Apply Now!
Wage
£23,000 a year
5% commission of all sales Uncapped
Training course
IT technical salesperson (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday between 9.00am - 5.00pm.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Monday 21 April 2025
Duration
1 year 4 months
Positions available
3
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
* Lead Generation: Assist in identifying and reaching out to potential clients through cold calling, email campaigns, and research
* Client Relationship Management: Support the sales team in managing customer accounts, ensuring communication is consistent and clients are kept updated
* Sales Support: Assist in the creation of sales presentations, proposals, and contracts. Help prepare reports on sales activity and client interactions
* Market Research: Conduct research to identify market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to support sales strategies
* Product Knowledge: Learn about our products and services to effectively communicate the value proposition to potential clients
* CRM Maintenance: Update and maintain customer relationship management (CRM) systems to ensure accurate tracking of sales progress
* Sales Goals: Work alongside the sales team to achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets and objectives
Where you’ll work
3 Duncan Close
Moulton Park Industrial Estate
Northampton
NN3 6WL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
LEARNING FOR FUTURES LTD
Your training course
IT technical salesperson (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Communication: works both independently and as part of a team and following the organisation’s code of practice; demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and present both in writing and orally at all levels, using a range of tools.
* Customer Experience: demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness when dealing with colleagues, customers and clients during sales operations and whilst defining requirements with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and relationship management.
* Data Security: operates securely in line with organisational guidance, legislation and organisational software packages and complies with security of data and can effectively record, analyse and communicate data at the appropriate level using the organisation’s standard tools and processes throughout all sales interactions.
* Problem solving: applies structured techniques for troubleshooting, problem solving and analyses problems by selecting the appropriate tools and techniques in line with organisation guidance when dealing with sales as well as routine tasks
* Assesses and qualifies sales leads by developing a clear understanding of clients’ business needs and advising how these might be met with appropriate products, tools and techniques.
* Project management: works flexibly and demonstrates the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team to progress sales and manage their time, workflow, priorities and projects.
* Interprets and follows: health and safety legislation to securely and professional work productively in the work environment; Data Protection Act 1998; Sales of Goods Act 1979.
* Sales process: professionally operates all sales-related tasks to maintain integrity, brand and company image during negotiations, handling of objections and closing sales with an understanding of the markets and external competitors
* Technical: ability to understand and explain the technical portfolio and technical systems sold within the organisation and can use the current hardware and operating systems available.
* Database and Campaign Management: prioritises their contacts and keeps an up to date database knowing when and why to contact current consumers or prospects in line with organisational requirements.
* Context / CPD: identifies and negotiates personal development in the context of the wider business and how their role relates to other roles in the business.
* Logical and creative thinking skills
* The ability to interact effectively and professionally with a range of different types of customer
* Ability to think analytically and to solve problems
* Ability to work independently and to take responsibility
* Ability to work with a range of internal and external people
* Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
* Ability to operate in a secure manner
Your training plan
IT Technical Salesperson Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
* All training will be delivered online by Wise Origin, offering flexible, expert-led instruction with interactive sessions and digital resources
* This ensures apprentices can develop their skills while balancing work commitments
More training information
* Wise Origin is a national training provider which was established in 2006
* We deliver further education and provide employment opportunities through our Apprenticeship Programmes and other funded provisions
* We specialise in Digital, IT & Data Apprenticeships and our aim is to help businesses and individuals make wise decisions for better futures
* Throughout the program, you will receive dedicated support from your tutor to ensure your success
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade A-C or 4-9)
* Maths (grade A-C or 4-9)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Initiative
Other requirements
Competitive base salary, with the potential for unlimited commission. Supportive friendly team environment with on-site support and continuous training. Access to 3rd party sales training to help you develop your skills. Opportunities for career progression within a rapidly expanding company.