Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
Hays are recruiting for a permanent Sales Executive. This role is fully office based in Manchester City Centre.
We are looking for a driven, ambitious Sales Executive to join our client's growing team based in Manchester city centre. This is a high-energy, office-based role focused on proactive outbound sales, engaging with businesses, and driving new client acquisition.You will be responsible for generating new opportunities through cold calling, working from cold and warm leads, and confidently pitching services to prospective clients.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment and is motivated by earning potential and career progression.
Your new role
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively generate new business through cold calling and outreach
- Working from cold and warm leads to identify potential opportunities.
- Pitch products/services confidently to business clients (B2C sales)
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of prospects
- Understand client needs and present tailored solutions
- Handle objections and negotiate to close deals
- Meet and exceed individual and team sales targets
- Maintain accurate records of activity and pipeline within CRM systems
- Collaborate with the wider team to drive business growth
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in sales, telesales, or business development
- Confident making high-volume outbound calls
- Strong communication and persuasion skills
- Resilient, self-motivated, and target-driven
- Ability to build rapport quickly with business clients
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, office-based sales environment
What you'll get in return
- Basic salary of £30,000
- Uncapped bonus structure with OTE of £48,000
- Prime Manchester city centre location
- Clear progression pathways into senior sales or management roles
- Ongoing sales training and development
- Supportive, high-performing team environment
- Opportunity to work in a growing, ambitious business
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
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