Graduate Sales Executive 2024

Type: Graduate
Region: Yorkshire and The Humber

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for sales and a hunger to kickstart your career in business development? IDHL, a leading digital marketing agency, invites you to join our dynamic team as a Graduate Sales Executive. Unlock your potential and embark on a rewarding journey to success!

Who are WMG?

Home to over 90 specialists, we are experts in SEO, paid media, content marketing, social, outreach and digital PR. Delivering campaigns that perform, our client base includes the likes of Hammonds, 118 118 Money, Thorntons and Lords and Labradors.

As part of idhl – Prolific North’s #1 Digital Agency 2022 and 2023 – WMG is one of the specialist agencies that form this award-winning Group.

What are the benefits of working with us?

Employee well-being is high on our agenda. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and make us who we are. Ensuring you’re always well looked after, we offer:

• Performance based bonus schemes
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays and a birthday lie-in
• Two additional days for wellbeing and a volunteering day
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• Hybrid working (a mix of office and home based for many of our roles)
• Flexible working scheme
• Company pension scheme and health care cash plan
• Private health care dependent on length of service
• Clear training and progression programme
• Regular company events and awards
• Employee perks portal
• Plus many more, visit our careers page for more details

Training and development

Investing in our people is of the utmost importance to us. Harnessing potential, we want to improve your job satisfaction and endeavour to support your career aspirations with our training and development programme.

We’re continually striving to be an inclusive employer, one that provides equal opportunity and fair access that enables us to attract, develop, and retain the very best people irrespective of background, beliefs, or personal characteristics. We believe it is our differences that come together and make us stronger and successful as an organisation.

About the role

Your role as Graduate Sales Executive:

As a Graduate Sales Executive, you will play a crucial role in driving our business forward. You’ll be responsible for identifying and cultivating new opportunities, forging strong client relationships, and contributing to our continuous growth.

What you’ll do

• Prospect, grow sales pipelines, and generate leads through email outreach, Sales Navigator, LinkedIn, Lusha, and cold calling
• Participate in daily morning team meetings with the new business team to strategise daily action plans
• Assist in creating target lists by sector and developing action plans to secure new business
• Progress to the negotiation and closure of new business opportunities
• Address client inquiries and furnish pertinent information to maximise sales potential
• Maintain accurate records within internal systems
• Stay up to date with industry and company trends and developments

What we offer

• Comprehensive Training: You’ll receive structured training and ongoing support to help you excel in your role
• Mentorship: Benefit from the guidance of experienced professionals who are invested in your growth
• Career Progression: IDHL values talent and dedication. This role offers a clear path for advancement within our organisation
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• A Collaborative Environment: Join a vibrant team of professionals who work together to achieve our goals

Requirements

• A recent graduate with a degree in any discipline
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A passion for sales and business development
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and eager to learn
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Adaptability and a willingness to embrace new challenges

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a thriving company that values your potential and offers a clear path to success. IDHL is committed to equal employment opportunities and diversity in the workplace. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!