Area Sales Consultant

City, Manchester
LJ Recruitment

Area Sales Consultant – Apprenticeships & Training

Location: Remote (covering the North West region)
Salary: From 27,000 + uncapped commission + benefits

We’re working with a leading UK training provider in the further education sector to recruit an Area Sales Consultant. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional to play a key part in expanding access to funded and commercial training solutions, including apprenticeships.

As the Area Sales Consultant, you will be responsible for generating and converting new business opportunities across your region. You’ll work closely with your local team, develop partnerships with employers, and represent the organisation at local networking events and client meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new business leads across various sectors
• Research and target prospective clients within your region
• Build strong relationships with employers, partners, and stakeholders
• Attend meetings, events, and networking opportunities to grow your client base
• Deliver engaging presentations and proposals to secure new contracts
• Use the CRM system to manage leads, pipeline, and follow-ups
• Collaborate with area managers and internal teams to align business development with enrolment targets
• Meet and exceed monthly new business targets through proactive outreach
• Collect client feedback and share market intelligence with relevant departments

About You

We’re looking for a proactive, commercially minded individual with the following attributes:

• Proven experience in a business development or sales role
• Must have a full UK diving license
• Strong background in lead generation and client relationship management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a problem-solving mindset
• Able to work independently and manage your own schedule
• Ideally, some understanding of the apprenticeships or further education sector

What’s on Offer

• Uncapped commission structure based on monthly learner starts
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (plus your birthday off)
• Holiday buy/sell scheme (up to 5 additional days)
• Tax-free bonuses based on company-wide performance
• Enhanced sick pay, life insurance, and healthcare cash plan
• 24/7 GP access, dental cover, and employee assistance programme
• Mileage and travel expense reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development and access to industry-recognised qualifications

Additional Information

• This is a remote-based role requiring regular travel across the North West region
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential
• Candidates must be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS check, in line with safeguarding commitments

Interested? If you are interested in the above role, please click apply now.