Sales Executive (Founding Team)
Second Gears | Hybrid, East Midlands | Full-time, Permanent
£25,000 base + commission (OTE £28,000–£30,000)
About Second Gears
Second Gears is the UK’s online platform for buying and selling crashed, damaged, written-off and non-running vehicles: Cat S and Cat N write-offs, MOT failures, non-runners and every imperfect car in between.
When a vehicle is written off, most drivers don’t realise they can retain it from their insurer and sell it themselves. Traditionally those cars go to auction, where huge fees and middlemen absorb a large slice of the value. Second Gears changes that. Sellers list free, connect directly with verified trade buyers, and keep the margin that would normally go to an auction house.
For trade buyers, including salvage companies, dealers, rebuilders and parts specialists, the platform is a direct pipeline of stock: a constant flow of damaged and repairable vehicles sourced straight from owners.
We’re founder-led, growing quickly, and entering the next stage of growth: expanding how the platform generates revenue and scaling both our buyer and seller base. This role will play a key part in launching and supporting that next phase of the business.
The Opportunity
This is our first commercial hire.
You’ll work directly with the founder and own a role that’s roughly 70% sales and 30% customer success.
You’ll help grow our trade buyer subscriptions while improving seller conversion across the platform.
We’re entering the next stage of growth, expanding how the platform generates revenue and scaling both our buyer and seller base. This role will play a key part in helping launch and support that next phase of the business.
You won’t inherit scripts.
You won’t inherit a playbook.
You’ll help build both.
We’re looking for someone who naturally spots opportunities, enjoys speaking to people and wants to help build a company from an early stage.
What You’ll Do
- Own the seller journey from listing through to completed sale
- Increase seller and buyer conversion across the platform
- Identify and onboard new trade buyers
- Convert dealers, rebuilders and salvage companies into paying subscribers
- Manage inbound enquiries from buyers and sellers
- Build long-term relationships with existing subscribers
- Keep HubSpot and CRM records accurate
- Share customer feedback with the founder to improve the product
Success Looks Like
You’ll be measured on:
- Seller and buyer conversion rate
- New trade buyer subscriptions
- Subscriber retention
- Customer reviews and satisfaction
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly and confident on the phone
- Self-motivated with plenty of drive
- Quick learner
- Comfortable working without constant supervision
- Strong written communication
- Right to work in the UK
Bonus Points
Experience in any of the following is helpful but not essential:
- Motor trade
- Sales/customer service
- Salvage
- Vehicle remarketing
- Insurance
- HubSpot or another CRM
- A genuine interest in cars and rebuilding
- A degree or similar further education
You’ll Love This Role If…
- You enjoy building things from scratch.
- You want your work to have a direct impact on company growth.
- You’d rather build the playbook than follow one.
- You care about giving customers an excellent experience.
- You enjoy speaking to people every day.
This Role Isn’t For You If…
- You need scripts for every conversation.
- You want someone checking your work every day.
- You dislike speaking on the phone.
- You’re looking for a quiet 9–5 with little change.
Salary & Benefits
- £25,000 base salary
- Quarterly performance bonus linked to seller conversion and customer satisfaction
- OTE £28,000–£30,000
- Hybrid working
- First month office-based
- Then 2–3 office days per week
- 28 days’ holiday including bank holidays
- Genuine progression as one of the company’s first hires
Hiring Process
Apply
Send us your CV and a short message, or even better, a voice note explaining why you’d be a great fit for a phone-first role.
Intro Call
A relaxed 20-minute phone call with the founder.
Final Interview
Meet in person for a longer conversation and complete a short practical exercise.
Offer
We aim to complete the entire process within two weeks.
Pay: £25,450.00-£30,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leicester LE4
