Sales / Finance

Store leader, Premium Mobile Phone store, Wimbledon, Base to £30000

Responsible For: Floor Manager & Store Team Members (STM)

Our client is a premium store for a leading mobile phone brand and they are currently looking for a store leader

You are the champion for your store. Overall, you are responsible for ensuring your store exceeds targets and maintains the high standards as be fitting of a Leading Mobile phone reseller.

You will monitor the resources available, track store contribution and work with your Area Manager to maximise the full potential that your members and store can offer.

The Store Leader is responsible for translating the commercial objectives of the business to the STM.

Person Specification

• Responsible for upholding the highest standards of the company at all times. Our client expects all STM members to offer the best experience in store with exemplary customer service skills.

• You are able to train, coach and lead your STM confidently.

• Minimum of 2 years as team leader, or equivalent experience and 3 years of shop floor or customer service experience.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

Managerial

• Translate the weekly targets into weekly objectives for your STM.

• Overall responsibility for store contribution by optimising use of resources - store hours, green zone and marketing.

• Ensure store exceeds the minimum requirements of the 'Premium Reseller’ program which are audited regularly. Specifically store merchandising, mystery shop and STM training via SEED, in store and classroom based courses.

• Responsible for accurate inventory and demo stock.

• Monitor shrinkage / stock loss and correctly record all incidences.

• Ensure 'End of Day’ procedures are followed accurately and that cash takings are banked the following working day.

• Ensure that the Floor Manager is performing all of his/her duties to the very best of ability.

• Managerial and administrative tasks to be performed in quiet store periods (mornings and late afternoons) and be available on shop floor during other times.

Customer Service

• Ensure that all customer complaints and returns are dealt with by the appropriate store member.

• Responsible for all 'Level 2’ customer escalations.

• Ensure a good understanding of when customer complaints are to be escalated to 'Level 3’.

Security

• To be a store key holder and understand the criteria involved.

Sales

• Responsible for all HR duties specifically; return to work interviews, 6 month probationary reviews, one to one reviews, disciplinary hearings, exit interviews, conducting of STM recruitment interviews, STM departure procedure, STM training and development.

Basic circa £29-30000 plus benefits

For more details please contact Jason Webber

B2B Account Manager, Preston

Our client is a successful Financial Services business specialising in Equity Release and Mortgage business

They are currently looking for a B2B telephone based Account Manager to contact Brokers and IFA and promote their services

We are looking for successful B2B Account Managers that ideally haven't had more than 3 employers in 5 years and have a great attitude to business sales

The client is happy to pay basics circa £18000 with a strong chance to earn £30000 in your 1st year

For more details please contact Jason Webber 

B2B Account Manager Media, London and Manchester, Base to £35000

Sell music to the world with the world's largest audio branding agency

Our client is currently recruiting B2B sales professionals of all levels as part of our global expansion across London and Manchester. We're looking for career driven senior sales executives to join our vibrant London office, all of whom have team spirit at their core. Working in a dynamic, fast-paced B2B sales environment, you'll earn unrivalled levels of commission. And as one of the UK’s fastest growing companies, we also offer endless opportunities for progression through our internal fast-track programmes.

Responsibilities of Business Development Consultant:
1. Contacting prospective businesses by phone to concept-sell the unique benefits of audio branding
2. Booking a minimum of two quality sales meetings per day for Business Development Managers
3. Managing the BDMs' activity to ensure they have the necessary information to close deals

Skills and experience of Business Development Consultant:
1. A strong work ethic and the drive to succeed in a fast-paced global company
2. Impeccable telephone manner, with the confidence to pitching business owners
3. Entrepreneurial spirit with a hunger to hunt new business
4. A proven track record of sales success, with evidence including league table placements, commission slips or awards

Rewards and benefits:
1. Basic salary negotiable on experience to £35000. Realistic OTE of £45,000 in first year, with the top performer earning over £80,000 and Business Development Managers over £120k
2. Fantastic incentives including a £10k bonus, New York trips, top tech and regular bonuses
3. Comprehensive Academy induction programme, with on-going training from dedicated Team Leaders 
4. Opportunities for fast-track progression and relocation to North America 
5. Private healthcare and pension scheme dependent on length of service
6. Modern offices fully furnished with on-site bar, catering facilities and breakout area including a games suite
7. Thriving social scene with regular events, charity fundraising schemes and a premier corporate football league. 

Company profile:
Our client is the world's leading audio branding company, working with more than 22,000 clients in 39 countries; including the likes of Audi, Adidas and Coca-Cola. We were recently named in the Investec Mid-Market 100 as 1 of the fastest growing medium-sized companies in the UK, and recognised by the London Stock Exchange in the 1,000 companies to inspire Britain for 2015 and 2016.

Skills:
Business Development Executives / Sales / Sales Consultant / Telesales / B2B / Media Sales / Business Development Manager / Field Sales / Recruitment Consultant / Sales Team Leader / Sales Executive / Account Manager

For more details please contact Jason Webber at Astral

Sales Executive, Lead Generation, West Sussex

The business provides state of the art online lead generation/SEO services to their Clients through website/social media platforms across a wide range of industries. They offer 24/7 chat supervision and content creation/management to maximise online sales conversions and now require an experienced b2b sales professional to further expand the offering.
You will be an experienced and creative sales professional with a proven background in proactive telesales, f2f meetings, business development and account management. A background in digital media/online marketing etc would be an advantage although a successful track record to date is key.
For further details please contact Alex Steele 
alex.steele@astralrecruitment.com

Sales Manager – Commercial Finance, West Sussex to £80k package
We are working with a specialist commercial finance provider who want to identify an experienced Sales/Business Development Manager to expand their already well established and successful business in providing bespoke business finance for SME clients by focusing on the professional intermediaries i.e. IFA's, lawyers, accountants etc.
They provide a wide range of privately funded finance products to cater for the short medium and long term needs of their Clients with each case judged on it's merits and only considered for action if the practical and pragmatic, albeit stringent, risk management criteria are met.
You will be an experienced financial services sales professional with a sustained successful track record to date in a front end intermediary business development role and must possess the drive, hunger and passion necessary to develop a client book from business originated through the professions as well as other transferable relationships.
For further details please call Alex Steele

Head of Sales - Telecoms, Ruislip

As the Head of Sales you will provide unrivalled understanding of the mobile phone retail and distribution segment. Reporting into the CEO, and collectively setting the strategy you will have an exciting opportunity to develop both your commercial and technical skills in an established market environment.
The Head of Sales will be in charge of developing and managing the existing sales team as well as implementing a business strategy to further stimulate our client’s already impressive growth.
Key Responsibilities • Lead the development of strategic, insight lead, sales plans that deliver company profit targets and set the future direction for existing sales team. • Lead business development work within the sales team, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and give clear guidance and leadership to drive sales in line with growth plans. • Co-ordinate recruitment of new staff whilst working closely with the CEO of the business, to design and put into practice more efficient sales and marketing processes. • Co-ordinate with the Product and Marketing heads to execute effective product deployment and launch strategies. • Collate industry data, feedback and client sell outs in order to feedback for Marketing and PR. • Perform weekly sales meetings to include setting goals, timelines and performance for the sales team • Manage and control pricing and contractual issues by developing a thorough understanding of internal protocol and procedures. • Have the ability to approach and present to senior and decision-making management. Desired Skills and Experience • Head of Sales to have experience of running a successful Sales team, excellent at training, recruiting and motivating for a sales team to succeed. • Strong business acumen with the ability to grow sales within a volume based sales environment. • Experience in business development and leading a team. •
Minimum 5+ years in mobile accessory / devise distribution / manufacturing. • Proven track record in achieving sales targets. • Ability to speak at client events, challenging opinion at a board meetings and strong presentation and communication skills. • Ability to negotiate new and existing business. • Must be organised and timely in sales execution.
Salary 50,000.00 - £60,000.00 Per Annum 
Contact Jason Webber

Bridging Loans Account Manager - Wilmslow
Our client is part of a very strong National leader in Mortgage and Equity Release Lending and they are currently looking for a B2B Account Manager to join their team,
In this role you will be a B2B AM working with intermediaries to generate business
You will need
To deliver an excellent inbound telephone / e-mail service to; introducers, networks and affiliate representatives.
To demonstrate a proactive approach to making outbound calls
To encourage new and existing introducers to refer cases to you
To provide accurate and timely management
To follow up on presentations made by the Business Development Managers.
Ideally you will have;
Business to business telephone sales experience.
A track record of achieving sales targets.
Job Type: Full-time
Basic £18000 plus great comms packake ote £27000
For more details please contact Jason Webber 

Bridging Loans Broker, Wilmslow
Due to new business growth our client has created a brand new role.
It is essential you meet the following criteria;
Experience of working within the Bridging Finance Sector.
To hold or be willing to study towards obtaining a level 3 CeMAP qualification or its equivalent.
Five GCSE’s (or equivalent) at Grade C and above - to include Maths and English.
In the role, day-to-day your main purpose will be;
To accurately assess bridging applications to arrive at suitable product options for the borrower relying on technical knowledge of the market place.
To provide advice and recommendation meeting the FCA’s advising and selling standards applicable to regulated bridging applications.
To process bridging applications through to completion meeting agreed timescales.
To demonstrate excellent customer service skills and be able to deal effectively with mortgage intermediaries, consumers, lenders and internal departments.
Basics circa £22000 plus comms package
Job Type: Permanent
Please contact Jason, Nik or Alex

National Sales Manager

Our client provides a first class insurance service to military personnel and their families. Since 2000 they have produced an excellent range of products and their administration and advisory teams have over 30 years’ experience of working within the armed forces insurance market. Over 50 thousand military personnel have already used them.

The product set includes personal accident insurance, home insurance, kit insurance, life insurance and travel insurance. Although most products can be bought on-line our client believes in face to face advice and has built a top quality area management team providing advice by seminar and personal consultation. They have built strong relationships with base commanders and decision makers giving excellent access to personnel in need of their service.

The area management team are positioned around the country and are linked directly to primary UK military installations from Lympstone in Devon to Kinross in Scotland with an administrative head office in West Sussex.

The ongoing success of the business now calls for a National Sales Manager to drive forward future sales revenue. This is a new position and key to plans for future business growth. Candidates will have a proven track record in sales management gained either in general insurance or regulated sales. You will be able to demonstrate exceptional communication skills, be a strong team leader and motivator and be commercially astute.

Given the focus on military clients it is preferable that you also have forces experience.

It’s envisaged that the successful candidate will spend much of their time with clients and with the area management team and therefore working from home with c1 day per week at the West Sussex head office.

The package is exceptional with a basic salary ranging from £50k to £65k depending on experience and current compensation. Performance bonuses also apply. The package will also include a car or car allowance, pension scheme and private medical.

For more details contact Jason Webber