via reed · 28 May 2026 ·8 days ago

Sales Executive

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Southampton Full-time GBP 35,000 – 35,000
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Your Company:
An established business services company is seeking a Sales Executive to join its growing team in Southampton. Known for providing tailored funding solutions to businesses across the UK, the organisation has built a strong reputation for expertise, professionalism, and client service. As part of their continued expansion, they are looking for driven and ambitious individuals to support business growth by generating high-quality opportunities for their team.

Your Role and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include, but are not limited to:

  • Generate new business opportunities through outbound cold and warm telephone calling.

  • Introduce the company’s commercial finance services to a variety of UK businesses.

  • Identify current and future funding requirements through detailed fact-finding conversations.

  • Build strong relationships and rapport with key decision makers in a professional and compliant manner.

  • Manage and develop your own diary and pipeline to achieve performance targets and touchpoints.

  • Maintain detailed and accurate records of all client interactions using CRM systems.

  • Ensure compliance with FCA, GDPR, and internal company procedures and policies.

  • Deliver a high standard of customer service with professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail.

  • Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and wider business initiatives.

  • Support special projects and business development activities where required.

What You Will Need to Apply:
  • Educated to GCSE level or above.

  • Previous experience within telemarketing, sales, finance, or a customer-focused environment would be advantageous.

  • Excellent communication skills and a confident telephone manner.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly.

  • Highly motivated with a strong desire to succeed and meet targets.

  • Good business acumen and the ability to quickly understand client requirements.

  • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

  • Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work.

  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and CRM systems such as SalesLogix or similar.

  • A proactive attitude with the willingness to learn and develop within a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Get in Return:
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected and growing organisation that offers a supportive, collaborative, and rewarding working environment. You will receive ongoing training and development, with genuine opportunities to progress your career within the business and wider group.

The role offers a salary of up to £35,000 alongside an uncapped discretionary bonus structure, profit-related pay, hybrid working opportunities following probation, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension contributions, life assurance, flexible benefits, and additional employee wellbeing support programmes.

To investigate this role further, please do not hesitate to contact:

Phoebe Jones - Recruitment Partner

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