Business Sales Graduate Programme

Sky is launching an exciting new graduate programme within Sky Business Sales — a fast‑growing area focused on delivering broadband, mobile, TV, and sports packages to businesses such as hotels, pubs, and other commercial venues.

As part of a brand‑new initiative, you will join a small, tight‑knit cohort of graduates and receive structured training, real client interactions, and rotational placements across different sales functions. This programme is ideal for ambitious graduates who want to build a career in commercial sales and strategy.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll spend the first 6 months of the programme based at our Leeds office in a desk‑based role. After this initial rotation you will have the opportunity to be based from Leeds or Osterley, while also travelling across the country to meet clients — one week you could be in Plymouth, the next in London.

  • Initial 6‑month placement in Leeds – desk‑based learning and onboarding
  • Internal training delivered by Sky Business experts
  • Handling small client accounts and learning the fundamentals of Business‑to‑Business (B2B) sales
  • Rotational placements across different sales functions, such as Wholesale Sales, Direct Sales, Account Management, Customer Retention, and Acquisition

During the two‑year programme, you’ll gain a deep understanding of how Sky Business operates and how we deliver value to our clients. You’ll develop hands‑on experience working directly with clients – building relationships, understanding their needs, tailoring solutions, and supporting sales growth and customer retention.

Qualifications & qualities

This programme is open to graduates from any degree discipline. The most important attributes are a mindset focused on learning, curiosity, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach.

  • People‑focused – building relationships and working as part of a team
  • Confident communicator – clear expression in person, over the phone, or in writing
  • Problem solver – practical solutions and innovative thinking
  • Open to new experiences – willingness to relocate and travel
  • Motivated and proactive – taking initiative and looking for ways to make a difference

Other things we’re looking for

  • A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
  • Ability to relocate to Leeds for the first 6 months
  • Willingness to travel across the country

Right to work: Successful candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK from the start date. This role does not qualify under current UK visa sponsorship criteria.

Salary structure: £32,000 per annum plus £2,000 relocation allowance for all, after 6 months – £35,000 per annum for those in Osterley and £32,000 per annum for those staying in Leeds, plus commission and a company car.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

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