Entry Level Sales Assistant - Immediate Start

Entry Level Sales Assistant - Immediate Start in Stoke-on-Trent

Client Training & Upskilling Opportunities | No Experience Required

Looking for a full-time equivalent opportunity where you can gain practical experience in sales and customer engagement

We could have the opportunity for you!

We’re expanding our sales and customer acquisition team in Stoke-on-Trent and are looking for enthusiastic individuals to support growing client demand. Working on behalf of recognised non-profit organisations, we deliver face-to-face customer acquisition campaigns within residential areas across Stoke-on-Trent.

This is an entry-level, subcontracted opportunity, so previous sales experience is not required. Individuals from retail, hospitality, customer service and other people-focused backgrounds may find their existing skills transferable.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Sales Assistant, you'll represent our non-profit clients within residential environments, engaging directly with members of the public to support customer acquisition.

You'll build rapport, explain client campaigns clearly, answer questions and guide interested customers through the sign-up process, while working towards individual and campaign objectives.

We're Looking for People Who Are:

  • Available for a full-time equivalent schedule (4/5 full working days per week, Monday–Saturday).
  • Confident and comfortable speaking with customers face-to-face.
  • Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Professional and able to work effectively alongside others.
  • Eligible to work in the UK.
  • Able to demonstrate strong English communication skills.

What’s Available:

  • Earnings: Brand Awareness Fee (where applicable), plus commission and financial incentives.
  • Client Training & Upskilling: Access to client training and regular upskilling sessions.
  • Team Socials: Activities may include bowling, curry nights and other team events.
  • Performance Competitions: Opportunities to qualify for prizes, weekend getaways and international travel based on performance.
  • Ibiza R&R: Top performers may have the opportunity to qualify for our annual Ibiza R&R.
  • Recognition: Networking events, team experiences and additional recognition opportunities may be available throughout the year.
  • Immediate Starts Available.

Interested in Joining Us

Follow the online application process and submit your up-to-date details. Successful applicants can expect a phone call from our recruitment team within the next few days of applying to discuss the next stage of the process. This opportunity operates on a subcontracted basis.

Individuals from backgrounds including sales, retail, hospitality, customer service, administration, call centres, reception, bar work and other customer-facing roles are encouraged to apply, although previous experience is not required.

?This opportunity is not suitable for candidates still in education (school, college or university) or current international students. Due to availability, we're seeking individuals who can work 4/5 full working days per week (between Monday and Saturday).

* By applying for this opportunity, you acknowledge that our recruitment partner, Blackwater Recruitment, will process the information you provide and share suitable applications with us for consideration as part of the recruitment process. Their privacy policy applies and can be viewed on their website.

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