Inbound Sales Consultant
Oxford | Permanent, Full Time
Are you a high-performing sales professional looking for a new challenge? We're searching for an ambitious Inbound Sales Consultant to join our dynamic Sales and Admissions team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a consultative sales expert who thrives on building relationships and exceeding targets. Your role will focus on guiding prospective students and their families through the enrolment process for our world-class summer programmes, held at prestigious locations such as Oxford, Cambridge, Harrow, and Eton.
About the Role
Job title: Inbound Sales Consultant
Location: Oxford (Hybrid, with regular office presence required)
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £32,000 + commission
Key Responsibilities
1. Sales & Customer Engagement
Manage the full sales cycle, from initial inquiries to successful enrolment.
Use consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend the most suitable programmes.
Consistently achieve sales targets in a competitive environment.
Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for prospective students and their families.
2. Relationship Management
Build strong, lasting relationships with students and parents through professional and empathetic communication.
Provide expert guidance on course selection, programme features, and expected outcomes.
3. Market & Product Expertise
Develop in-depth knowledge of our programmes and differentiate them from competitors.
Stay updated on industry trends to offer valuable insights to customers.
4. Data-Driven Sales Approach
Utilize CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) to track leads, manage pipelines, and report performance.
Analyse key sales metrics to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
5. Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
Work closely with marketing, admissions, and operations teams to enhance the customer journey.
Share best practices within the sales team to foster a high-performance culture.
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
1. Proven success in a direct sales role, consistently exceeding targets.
2. Strong consultative selling ability, with experience in premium services or education.
3. Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
4. Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
5. Experience managing a high-value sales pipeline with a focus on conversion.
6. Proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce for efficient sales tracking.
Desirable Skills
1. Background in education sales or international student recruitment.
2. Knowledge of UK and international education systems, particularly summer or residential programmes.
3. Multilingual skills are a plus.
Why Join Us?
1. Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
2. Work with a prestigious educational provider offering world-class programmes.
3. Career growth and professional development opportunities.
4. 25 days of annual leave plus additional company benefits.
5. Supportive and collaborative team culture with regular social events.
6. Vibrant central Oxford office with hybrid working flexibility.
If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
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