Liverpool
Full-Time | Monday–Friday
£28,000–£32,000 OTE Year 1 (Base Bay + Bonuses)
Immediate Start Available
APPLICATIONS CLOSING JUNE 30TH
Kickstart Your Career in Sales, Leadership & Business Management
Recently graduated? Ready to start building a real career with clear progression, hands-on training, and earning potential from day one?
We’re looking for ambitious, driven individuals to join our Graduate Trainee Sales Manager Programme. This is a structured development pathway designed to take you from graduate entry level into leadership and management within a typical 9–12 month development programme.
No specific degree required. Whether your background is in business, sport, psychology, marketing, hospitality or something completely different — if you’re motivated, competitive and eager to develop, we want to hear from you.
Candidates with sporting, competitive or business-focused backgrounds often thrive in this environment due to their drive, teamwork and goal-oriented mindset.
What You’ll Gain
This isn’t just a sales role — it’s a fast-paced business development programme giving you exposure to the core areas of leadership, performance and management.
You’ll gain practical experience acrossB2B (Business-to-Business)and B2C (Business-to-Consumer) sales environments, developing a well-rounded commercial skillset.
You’ll receive hands-on training in:
Sales & Commercial Development
- B2B relationship management and professional client communication
- B2C customer engagement and customer acquisition strategies
- Negotiation, influence and consultative selling techniques
- Understanding customer behaviour, buying decisions and sales psychology
- Building confidence in professional communication and presentations
Leadership & Team Development
- Coaching and mentoring new team members
- Leading by example and motivating performance
- Developing confidence in managing people and team dynamics
- Public speaking and presentation skills
Business & Management Training
- Performance tracking, KPI management and reporting
- Business development and growth strategy
- Recruitment, interviewing and leadership fundamentals
- Problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making
- Client liaison, networking and professional relationship management
You’ll work closely with experienced managers and directors who will mentor your development and help you build the skills needed to progress into leadership.
Career Progression Pathway
We believe progression should be earned, supported and clearly structured.
Stage 1 – Graduate Training & Sales Foundations
Learn the fundamentals of B2B and B2C sales, communication, customer acquisition and business performance.
Stage 2 – Leadership Development
Support coaching, mentor new starters and develop management skills.
Stage 3 – Assistant Management
Take ownership of team performance, recruitment support and client relationships.
Stage 4 – Management
Lead your own team and oversee operations, development and business growth.
Typical progression: 9–12 months, based on performance, development and readiness.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
We’re looking for people who are:
- Recent graduates or early-career professionals
- Competitive, ambitious and motivated by progression
- Strong communicators, or willing to develop confidence and communication skills
- Team-oriented individuals who enjoy collaborative environments
- Interested in leadership, business and personal development
- Comfortable stepping outside their comfort zone
Sales experience is not required — mindset, work ethic and willingness to learn matter more.
Pay & Benefits
- £28,000–£32,000 OTE Year 1 (Base Pay + Performance Bonuses)
- Structured graduate training programme
- Exposure to both B2B and B2C sales environments
- Clear progression into leadership and management
- Monday–Friday schedule with weekends free
- Mentorship from experienced leaders
- High-energy, supportive and ambitious team culture
- Performance incentives, bonuses and recognition opportunities
We value career growth, personal development and work-life balance — your weekends stay yours.
Immediate starts available. We can work around short notice periods. We will stop taking applications for this role on June 30th 2026
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Free parking
Work Location: In person
