IT Technical Sales Apprentice

Summary

We’re on the lookout for an ambitious Sales Apprentice to join our dynamic sales team and play a key role in driving business growth. This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales, customer relationship management, and business development within the fast-paced digital sector. Apply Now!

Wage

£23,000 a year

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Training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday between 9am - 5pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 19 May 2025

Duration

1 year 4 months

Positions available

3

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience.
You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Lead Generation: Assist in identifying and reaching out to potential clients through cold calling, email campaigns, and research
Client Relationship Management: Support the sales team in managing customer accounts, ensuring communication is consistent and clients
are kept updated
Sales Support: Assist in the creation of sales presentations, proposals, and contracts. Help prepare reports on sales activity and client interactions
Market Research: Conduct research to identify market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to support sales strategies
Product Knowledge: Learn about our products and services to effectively communicate the value proposition to potential clients
CRM Maintenance: Update and maintain customer relationship management (CRM) systems to ensure accurate tracking of sales
progress
Sales Goals: Work alongside the sales team to achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets and objectives

Where you’ll work

Duncan Close
Northampton
NN3 6WL

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

LEARNING FOR FUTURES LTD

Your training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Communication: works both independently and as part of a team and following the organisation’s code of practice; demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and present both in writing and orally at all levels, using a range of tools.
Customer Experience: demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness when dealing with colleagues, customers and clients during sales operations and whilst defining requirements with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and relationship management.
Data Security: operates securely in line with organisational guidance, legislation and organisational software packages and complies with security of data and can effectively record, analyse and communicate data at the appropriate level using the organisation’s standard tools and processes throughout all sales interactions.
Problem solving: applies structured techniques for troubleshooting, problem solving and analyses problems by selecting the appropriate tools and techniques in line with organisation guidance when dealing with sales as well as routine tasks
Assesses and qualifies sales leads by developing a clear understanding of clients’ business needs and advising how these might be met with appropriate products, tools and techniques.
Project management: works flexibly and demonstrates the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team to progress sales and manage their time, workflow, priorities and projects.
Interprets and follows: health and safety legislation to securely and professional work productively in the work environment; Data Protection Act 1998; Sales of Goods Act 1979.
Sales process: professionally operates all sales-related tasks to maintain integrity, brand and company image during negotiations, handling of objections and closing sales with an understanding of the markets and external competitors
Technical: ability to understand and explain the technical portfolio and technical systems sold within the organisation and can use the current hardware and operating systems available.
Database and Campaign Management: prioritises their contacts and keeps an up to date database knowing when and why to contact current consumers or prospects in line with organisational requirements.
Context / CPD: identifies and negotiates personal development in the context of the wider business and how their role relates to other roles in the business.
Logical and creative thinking skills
The ability to interact effectively and professionally with a range of different types of customer
Ability to think analytically and to solve problems
Ability to work independently and to take responsibility
Ability to work with a range of internal and external people
Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
Ability to operate in a secure manner

Your training plan

IT Technical Salesperson Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:
All training will be delivered online by Wise Origin, offering flexible, expert-led instruction with interactive sessions and digital resources
This ensures apprentices can develop their skills while balancing work commitments

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths & English (grade 4-9)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

Competitive base salary, with the potential for unlimited commission. Supportive friendly team environment with on-site support and continuous training. Access to 3rd party sales training to help you develop your skills. 5% commission of all sales Uncapped

About this company

Learning for Futures Ltd (trading as Wise Origin) is a national training provider, proudly rated Ofsted Grade 2. Since 2006, we have specialised in delivering high-quality apprenticeship training across diverse sectors, with a strong focus on IT and Digital. Our mission is to provide nationally recognised apprenticeship programs that drive positive outcomes and qualifications. We are committed to maintaining exceptional standards of training and fostering an inclusive learning environment that empowers individuals and supports employer success.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for career progression within a rapidly expanding company.

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