Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions (part of FRP Advisory), a multi-award-winning commercial finance broker, is looking for hard working and driven individuals to join our team of Funding Consultants and help UK businesses secure the finance they need to operate and flourish. Purpose of role As an integral member of our telemarketing team, the Outbound Funding Consultant’s primary role is to generate new business opportunities. You will be responsible for contacting businesses on our database to introduce our services as a commercial finance broker, managing your own diary, establishing rapports with key decision makers at these businesses and building a sales pipeline full of relevant and engaged prospects. We hire for attitude and aptitude above all else. If you possess the drive and determination to succeed, we will teach you the skills you need to prosper within this challenging and rewarding role. Our ethos is one of partnership - both externally and internally. The more value each individual adds to our clients and our business, the more value they receive in return. Key responsibilities Generate new business opportunities through cold and warm telephone calling Introduce our company and services to a variety of businesses and ascertain if there is any current or longer-term funding requirement Complete a full fact-find, which involves gathering information on the business and discussing the options available to them Manage and develop your own diary in order to meet personal and business touchstones Build relationships and gather important information on targeted businesses Maintain the highest level of quality and professionalism in an effective yet courteous manner Attend regular team meetings and contribute as appropriate Maintain a detailed and accurate record of all telephone conversations held Any duty you may be asked to perform as part of a special project Person specification, Education and experience The candidate should be educated to a high standard, ideally to at least A Level education, and have a financial, business or telemarketing background. However, candidates who have achieved GCSE level and have at least two years of relevant work experience will also be considered. Desired skills Excellent communication skills and telephone manner High level of attention to detail A good level of business acumen Proven team player with excellent interpersonal skills Able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team Driven, hard worker Punctual and reliable A willingness to learn Computer proficiency - Word, Excel, Outlook and SalesLogix or a similar CRM System What we offer A vibrant, enjoyable and committed workplace with hybrid / flexible working Rewarding and uncapped discretionary bonus structure Profit-related pay after completing a full financial year (May to April) Permanent Health Insurance and Life Assurance benefits after 12 months of service 25 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Private medical insurance FRP pension scheme after three months' service. Further details will be provided following commencement of employment Ongoing training both internally and externally - we invest and take great interest in our employees’ personal development The opportunity to be an integral part of a company that makes a real difference to UK SME and corporate businesses and works collaboratively with our partners Opportunities to develop your skills and enhance your career within or alongside our parent company, FRP Annual flu vaccination Employee Assistance Programme Flexible Benefits Scheme, with the option to enhance core benefits and select additional optional benefits About Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions Established in 1997, Hilton-Baird Financial Solutions is an award-winning commercial finance brokerage which introduces businesses of all sizes to the most suitable funding solutions on the market, releasing the working capital that is fundamental to their growth. The company is a family-run business and part of the wider Hilton-Baird Group, which employs more than 50 staff.