Job Description

One of the UK`s fastest growing school software providers is now recruiting for a Telesales executive.

With over 100 passionate and dedicated colleagues working with over 10,000 schools nationwide from our open plan head office in Leicester - we work to a fast paced and innovative thinking culture.

We are looking for an experienced Telesales Executive who shares our passion to support schools with our innovative solutions. Our work supports schools to increase parental engagement; freeing up more time for teaching and support staff and driving up pupil attainment.

We are driven by five core values; our values are our promise to our colleagues and our schools. They are the definition of what motivates us to move forward: Ambition, Integrity, Trust, Unity & Consistency.

Job Description:

" To actively canvass and convert new business opportunities from both identified incoming leads and cold-calling target accounts.
" Setting first class standards of contacting a school, booking demonstrations/ on-site meetings or free trials.
" Build relationships with key decision makers at the School, Trust or Local Authority.
" Negotiation of high value and long-term contracts.
" Delivery of outstanding results against stretched targets.
" Liaising with internal departments effectively to ensure the successful delivery of solutions to the customer.




Personal Specification:

" Experience and a proven track record within sales is essential with a strong track record of closing business over the phone.
" An ability to create, build and establish excellent client relationships at a high level.
" A strategic approach with an eye for detail and advanced, intelligent questioning skills.
" Strong objection handling and negotiation skills.
" A positive attitude with a professional approach.

The working hours are 8am - 4pm Monday to Thursday and Fridays 8am - 3pm! No shift patterns or working weekends!



Benefits package includes:

" Excellent competitive salary & commission
" 25 days annual leave
" Pension scheme
" Free eye tests
" Employee of the month
" Free lunch on a Tuesday
" Free fruit
" Team nights out x 3 per year
" Summer & Christmas/annual awards party
" Discounts with local bars & restaurants