Inbound Sales Consultant

Inbound Sales ConsultantOxford | Permanent, Full Time

Are you a high-performing sales professional looking for a new challenge? We’re searching for an ambitious Inbound Sales Consultant to join our dynamic Sales and Admissions team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a consultative sales expert who thrives on building relationships and exceeding targets. Your role will focus on guiding prospective students and their families through the enrolment process for our world-class summer programmes, held at prestigious locations such as Oxford, Cambridge, Harrow, and Eton.

About the Role

• Job title: Inbound Sales Consultant
• Location: Oxford (Hybrid, with regular office presence required)
• Contract: Permanent, Full Time
• Salary: £32,000 + commission

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Customer Engagement

• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial inquiries to successful enrolment.
• Use consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend the most suitable programmes.
• Consistently achieve sales targets in a competitive environment.
• Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for prospective students and their families.

Relationship Management

• Build strong, lasting relationships with students and parents through professional and empathetic communication.
• Provide expert guidance on course selection, programme features, and expected outcomes.

Market & Product Expertise

• Develop in-depth knowledge of our programmes and differentiate them from competitors.
• Stay updated on industry trends to offer valuable insights to customers.

Data-Driven Sales Approach

• Utilize CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) to track leads, manage pipelines, and report performance.
• Analyse key sales metrics to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with marketing, admissions, and operations teams to enhance the customer journey.
• Share best practices within the sales team to foster a high-performance culture.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven success in a direct sales role, consistently exceeding targets.
• Strong consultative selling ability, with experience in premium services or education.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Experience managing a high-value sales pipeline with a focus on conversion.
• Proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce for efficient sales tracking.

Desirable Skills

• Background in education sales or international student recruitment.
• Knowledge of UK and international education systems, particularly summer or residential programmes.
• Multilingual skills are a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Work with a prestigious educational provider offering world-class programmes.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days of annual leave plus additional company benefits.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture with regular social events.
• Vibrant central Oxford office with hybrid working flexibility.

If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.

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