Total 282 Sales / Marketing job vacancies in Emersons Green, Bristol

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Title: Temporary Business Support Officer/ Admin - Note Taking

Job Ref: Bristol 5254805

Pay Rate: £13.93 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 37 Monday – Friday, normal working hours

Role Length: This opening assignment is for 6 months

City: BRISTOL

DBS disclosure required

Most meetings can be supported online and the post is suitable for a home worker. Some occasional meetings may need to be done in person at the office.

BSO note taker and business support for services across the Council for statutory, strategic, multi-agency and complex meetings; support to Democratic Services’ full council/e-petitions and Equalities Commissions.

Skill needed to note take and resilience to sensitive and sometimes distressing information.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide a range of business support services for one or more service areas, taking ownership and responsibility.
Make real time service decisions in response to operational issues in line with local procedures and established guidance.
Carry out specific administrative tasks requiring a discrete skill or in-depth knowledge base.
Respond to enquiries from internal and external customers and stakeholders including escalated issues, resolving at the point of contact where possible.
Prepare and provide documentation and information.
Check service delivery and processes are in line with local guidance and legislation.
Communicate effectively with colleagues, senior management, internal customers and external agencies.

Qualifications:

Relevant level 3 qualification e.g. NVQ level 3, BTEC, relevant A levels etc. and/or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and understanding through experience.

Knowledge:

Working knowledge of business support systems and procedures.

Experience:

Minimum of 12 months recent experience in a similar role, or context and ideally within a public sector organisation.
Experience of developing effective business support systems and procedures - desirable

Skills & Abilities:

Good literacy and numeracy skills.
Minute taking skills.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritise a diverse workload.
Interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely in ways that promote understanding including the ability to converse with citizens and provide advice in accurate spoken English, or through a BSL interpreter
Able to work well as part of a team by communicating effectively with colleagues and have a willingness to assist where needed.
Ability to deliver work to agreed targets and standards.
Ability to solve problems and to make balanced decisions in relation to own work area.


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If you are successful in securing this role, please note that for the entire duration of this contract, regardless of extension, you will be working at the PAYE rate that has been advertised. For absolute clarity, we only work on a PAYE basis, rather than umbrella pay terms. We do not offer Ltd/umbrella or outside IR35 rates. If you wish to understand PAYE vs Umbrella more, please let us know and we can send you some additional information for clarity.

Due to the number of CVs being sent to us under current market conditions, unfortunately we cannot respond to all applications. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We will, however, be very happy to receive future applications from you for other roles.

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Job Ref: Bristol 5254805


Anticipated Length of Assignment: Unless otherwise stated (we do carry the occasional permanent vacancy) all of our roles are technically temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.

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Business Support Officer - Minute Taker (Hybrid) needed in Bristol, £14.23ph PAYE - Reference: 5254805

BSO note taker and business support for services across the Client for statutory, strategic, multi-agency and complex meetings; support to Democratic Services’ full council/e-petitions and Equalities Commissions.

Sometimes distressing information.

Most meetings can be supported online and the post is suitable for a home worker with some occasional meetings may need to be done in person in the Office.

The role provides support for: 

• case discussion and provider forums putting vulnerable adults and children at risk
• the Equalities Commissions - Women, RACE and Disability Equalities Groups
• statutory work for Full Council/e petitions
• Mayor’s Office meetings (City Funds & Full Governing Board; History Commission)
• YOT; Safer Bristol; Disabled Children’s Complex Needs Groups; Education Strategy/Capital Boards; Equality and Inclusion Directorate meetings.
• HR investigations; disciplinaries; appeals; grievances

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

JOB TITLE: Business Agility Lead (FTC)

SALARY: £62,874 - £69,860

LOCATION: Bristol

HOURS: Full Time

WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, 40% (or two days) in the office

About this opportunity

The Purpose of the Business Agility Lead (BAL) is to work in partnership with Labs. For this 12 month fixed term contract, you'll be placed in one of our teams to drive effectiveness, efficiency and predictability to deliver value to customers and colleagues at pace. The Business Agility Lead (BAL) is jointly responsible for the performance of the Lab including data quality, optimised flow of work, Lab topology, and agile practices. You'll do this by transitioning to a data led approach to increase speed to market through related measures, introduce proactive continual improvements and coach back to delivery when off track. This will be achieved by working hand in hand with Lab Leaders who hold accountability for performance and maturity, whilst providing coaching and transferring capabilities so that Teams are ultimately able to do this for themselves in time.

In this role, you'll support colleagues within your lab and platform to implement and refine agile practices (e.g. Scrum, Kanban, scaled frameworks etc.), using experience, data and relevant business knowledge. You'll have an understanding of different agile approaches and use judgement to decide when and where to apply them.

You'll be familiar with Agile Methodology and Tooling, helping to stand up new agile teams, providing coaching and advice and sharing experience on the most appropriate methods and tools to use for the specific work required.

You'll be a keen problem solver, understanding the challenge, and creating possible solutions using a variety of methods through your experience, data, creativity and knowledge of the customer, business and industry. You'll support and coach teams with various technique, including brainstorming, process flows and value hypothesis setting.

We have a spectrum of agile maturity across our teams and labs, from those trying it for the first time, through to those with established practices and maturity, and we're looking for motivated and experienced Agile enthusiasts to join our team of committed Business Agility Leads.

What you'll need:

• Proven experience in Agile Coaching / Scrum Mastery (with relevant certifications)

• Understanding of Agile Delivery Metrics and Evidenced based decision making

• Experience in coaching and influencing Lab leadership in Agile Ways of Working

• Experience of using JIRA, JIRA Align and Confluence

• Ability to drive data quality and the accurate use of JIRA and JIRA Align

• Ability to use data and insights to problem solve and support Lab performance and productivity to drive Lab cadence

And any experience of these would be really useful:

• Agile certifications e.g. PSM 1, PSM 2, PK1 or similar

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms.

We want our people to feel that they belong and can be their best, regardless of background, identity or culture.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer initiative.

And it's why we especially welcome applications from under-represented groups.

We're disability confident. So if you'd like reasonable adjustments to be made to our recruitment processes, just let us know.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

• An annual performance-related bonus

• Share schemes including free shares

• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

• 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top

• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

If you're excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.

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Job brief – Business Development Executive.
Our client, OMSHIVAY LIMITED, has seen a tremendous growth in its business activities. OMSHIVAY LIMITED is an experienced RETAIL BUSINESS and has been in the field of Retail for many years. Our client is looking for a Business Development Executive to oversee all aspects of our business development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Business Development department, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of implementing effective business development strategies. As a Business Development Executive, you will help Business owners to help in developing the business and revenue by planning and forming the strategy on how to increase the business by contacting various existing as well as new clients. The ideal candidate will be the point of reference for all queries, requests or issues and will be an integral part of the company’s workforce. The work may impose deadlines suddenly, demanding flexibility and reprioritisation of workload as emergency work may arise anytime. The nature of the role is to help directors in developing the business by strategies the planning in relation to develop the business activities and gain the maximum profits in long run. Overseas candidates can apply as sponsorships may be available for the deserving candidate.

Roles & Responsibilities

- Identify and attract local partners and suppliers to expand product offerings.
- Generate business growth opportunities within the local community.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to increase customer traffic and loyalty.
- Negotiate with vendors for competitive pricing and quality products.
- Build strong relationships with the community to drive customer satisfaction.
- Organize promotions and events to boost sales and engagement.
- Conduct market research to understand local trends and customer preferences.
- Collaborate with the team to introduce new products based on demand.
- Track and analyze sales performance to refine strategies.
- Participate in community events to raise awareness and foster relationships.
- Support inventory management and in-store promotions to optimize sales.
- Stay updated on retail trends and adapt strategies to meet evolving needs.

Requirements and skills

Excellent communication and networking abilities, Strong sales skills, including lead generation and closing deals, Deep understanding of market trends and customer needs, Strategic thinking for identifying growth opportunities, Effective problem-solving and negotiation skills, Proficiency in CRM software and project management, Adaptability, resilience, and maintaining high ethics.

Salary: £35000 to £39000 or depending on experience.
Location: Bristol, United Kingdom.
Working hours: A working week typically 37.5 hours, with the working day usually taking place between 10am and 6pm, Monday to Friday. Flexitime is sometimes available depending on the organisation.

Note: By applying for this role, you confirm to share your CV and details communicated to Success Recruitment Consultancy Limited, with the Employer and that you agree with the Terms and Conditions set out by Success Recruitment Consultancy Limited.

We are delighted to partner with a global insurance brokerage in their search for an experienced Accounts Executive specialising in Professional Indemnity Insurance based in Bristol. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a variety of professional sectors, including Accountants, Lawyers, and Construction Professionals.

This role would suit a driven and sales-focused individual with a strong understanding of insurance, particularly within Financial Lines and D&O Insurance. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, nurturing key client relationships, and managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing the complete client journey, from initial engagement to ongoing support and renewal.
• Preparing tailored insurance proposals and delivering persuasive sales presentations.
• Negotiating contract terms and ensuring competitive, client-focused solutions.
• Collaborating with underwriting, marketing, and product development teams to align proposals with company objectives.
• Keeping abreast of market trends and competitor activity to identify fresh business opportunities.

About you:

• Proven experience in Professional Indemnity or Financial Lines insurance.
• Strong sales acumen with a proactive, client-centric approach.
• Full UK driving licence, with flexibility for travel.
• CII qualification, or a commitment to achieving one, is essential.

This is a unique chance to play a key role in driving business growth while delivering exceptional service to a broad professional client base.

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Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Location: Bristol + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF58545

At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Finance Business Partner at our Bristol site.

The Role
As a Finance Business Partner, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary. Supporting the tendering and organic growth agenda of the Mission Systems Secure Communications business as well as contributing to the business forecasting.

Day-to-day, you'll be reporting to the Finance Manager and working alongside Finance Business Partners, you will be responsible for providing key financial support to the Finance Manager and Head of Business, as well as working closely with the Operational team to improve processes and provide robust reporting to enable them to make necessary decisions:

• Building strong, supportive relationships with the cost centre managers and bidding teams, providing monthly reporting information with detailed variance analysis.
• Inputting towards the monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations and Overhead review packs, reviewing regularly with all key stakeholders, ensuring documentation is delivered on time and to the highest standard.
• Completing forecasting requirements on-time and to the highest standard.
• Constantly reviewing Projects to ensure profit maximisation and trading margins are accurate.
• Holding monthly reviews with the Operational team to provide details of performance and areas questioning / challenging where necessary.

This role is full time, 37 hours per week and requires regular travel to Bristol, on a weekly basis alongside home working arrangements.

Agile working may be available to employees in some instances, applying the principles of fairness and consistency whilst ensuring that the overriding business needs can be appropriately met. We are happy to consider flexible, blended working, including part-time, condensed hours, and job sharing. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Essential Experience of the Finance Business Partner

• Demonstratable experience in a similar role.
• Experience with pricing and cost accounting.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office - in particular, Excel modelling skills.
• Strong cross-functional networking and collaboration skills.
• Advanced numeric, analytical and technical skills.

Qualifications for the Finance Business Partner

• You must hold a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, ACMA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS) or equivalent / similar.

Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held.

What we Offer

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met.
• Autonomy to perform the role.
• Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

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Senior Business Support Officer needed in Bristol, £14.23ph PAYE - Reference: 5254554

• Coordinate a complex area of Administration or Business Support work. Take ownership and responsibility for end to end processes and assist in the development & delivery of day to day operational business and/or projects including taking a minor role in projects or pieces of work to ensure that all learning is effectively applied and adapted to the job and that the division’s plans and targets are achieved.

• Respond to enquiries from internal and external customers and stakeholders including escalated issues, taking responsibility for satisfactory resolutions.

• Interpret rules and guidelines in order to find solutions and to know when something needs to be referred to manager.

• From the work schedule provided, support working models to ensure that service and customers are fully supported and that the service is working in an integrated manner.

• Assist in the day to day delivery of frontline customer services to colleagues, members of the public, elected members, contractors and other directorate customers in accordance with the Council’s core values and the key performance indicators.

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website www.essentialemploy.co.uk.

Hours: Weekdays 8 hours a week with opportunity to work more hours.
Salary: £8.85 - £11.90 Per Hour

Why Superdrug?

Passionate about beauty and health? Love talking to customers? Working as a Sales Adviser in one of our stores is fun and no two days are the same. Hard work, yes, but rewarding too, with great benefits and opportunities to progress. A Sales Adviser role is just the start!

Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we aim to have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling!

Here's the exciting bit… A great day includes:

In our Sales Advisers, we look for a positive mindset, people who can support their team to get things done and enjoy getting involved. Your role at Superdrug as one of our Sales Advisers will be all about serving customers where you will deliver excellent service and make sure customers don’t miss out on any of our great Star Buys. You’ll help ensure that the store is well stocked, and a high level of store presentation is maintained and will actively be involved in achieving the store targets. To support your development, you’ll also can be trained in ear and nose piercing to support our fast-growing piercing business in store.

It is a great experience that will prepare you for even bigger challenges. Superdrug Sales Advisers are extremely important to us, we recognise that you are our future Team Leaders. We will actively develop your skills and offer real career progression supported by our excellent in-house training and Apprenticeship qualifications.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Confident and clear communication skills
• Passionate about retail and customer service
• Desire to learn and improve your knowledge/skills
• Willingness to carry out piercing services for our customers (training provided) (Optional)
• Flexible in working hours and adaptable to change

Here’s how you are rewarded

• Up to 28 days holiday
• Up to 30% discount for you and a nominated friend or family member
• Excellent training
• Great sales incentives
• Get instant access to Wagestream. A tool that lets you track your earnings in real-time, access a percentage of your pay as you earn it, learn easy tips for managing your money and save straight from your pay into pots for the future.
• Enhanced company sick pay and pregnancy loss and support

Come and be part of something special!

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Recruit4staff is proud to be representing their client, a leading , in their search for a Business Development Manager to work regionally from Bristol.

For the successful Business Development Manager our client is offering;

• Salary £45,000 - £50,000 P/Annum + OTE (Uncapped)
• Monday to Friday 08:30 - 17:00
• Permanent
• Company-funded social events, trips away, Pension, Annual leave including bank holidays, Hybrid working, charity paid days, remote working (regional)

The Role of the Business Development Manager;

• Responsible for contacting agencies and contractors to promote group services for payroll, accounting, financial services and taxing
• Liaise closely with recruitment agencies, contractors and self employed individuals for the continuation of financial services to them from inception to business / LTD set up
• Nurture existing clientele and build sales from current contacts and companies

What our client is looking for in a Business Development Manager;

• Previous experience working in a business development role promoting to c-suite and senior exec level contacts - ESSENTIAL
• Experience working within recruitment agency, payroll services or financial services as a sales professional - ESSENTIAL
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Able to travel regionally to visit clients
• Leadership skills

Alternative job titles; Sales Executive, Business Development Manger, BDM, Senior Sales Executive

Commutable From; Bristol, Bath, Swindon

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff (Wrexham) who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

Come and join the TiLA Central Team as our new Business Services Assistant.Are you interested in a career in Business Administration but are unsure of your specialism? Equally, are you an experienced Administrator who would like the opportunity to develop your skills through a fully funded apprenticeship?
This is a new role introduced to support our growing central services team with a skilled and ambitious administrator.
Role Overview:
As our Business Services Administrator, you will be:
a detail-oriented individual with a keen eye for detail
keen to learn all about working with recruitment, payroll, pensions and finance information and systems
looking for your next opportunity
Why Join Us?
​You’ll be part of an organisation committed to making a tangible difference in the lives of young people in some of the most deprived areas of Bristol, and part of a supportive and dedicated team that truly values collaboration and innovation. 
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​Not sure if this role is for you? Get in touch! At Trust in Learning Academies, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply if the role is right for you. 
If you’d like a conversation, a coffee or any further information about the role, please contact the recruitment office. ​ 
​Trust in Learning Academies is a great place to work. We’re a fantastic friendly team, proud of what we achieve and look forward to welcoming new people to grow with us. Join us and you’ll receive a wide range of employee benefits including access to a market leading employee discounts platform, cycle to work scheme and a 24-hour employee and family assistance service. 
​ Why not find out more from our application pack, which can be downloaded from eTeach? ​ ​Please send your completed application by email to recruitment, and successfully shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly, so a prompt application is encouraged. Closing Date for applications is 15th September 2024.​Trust in Learning (Academies) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.  

JOB TITLE: Health & Safety Business Partner
SALARY: £62,874 - £69,860
LOCATION: Bristol, Edinburgh, Halifax & Leeds
HOURS: Full-time
WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites

About this opportunity

We want to make sure all our colleagues 'get home safely'. An exciting opportunity has arisen for you to be responsible for key Health and Safety Polices, procedures and change projects across one of the leading UK-based financial services organisations.

We want you to own the development, implementation and oversight for a series of our health and safety standards and procedures in accordance with Lloyds Banking Group's guidelines.

We are looking for a person who can operate in the space between legal compliance, best practice, and moral duties, whilst embracing the Lloyds Banking Group brand values.

End to end ownership and communication of standards and procedures as well as accident and incident investigations in line with the Lloyds Banking Group values, including:

• Horizon scanning for new legislation and guidance

• Monitoring of relevant legislation and the Lloyds Banking Group legal register

• Understanding all points of legislation, and subsequent duties, ensuring that all relevant areas are captured in the appropriate standards and understanding the impacts the changes may have on our business and colleagues.

• Ensuring standards, procedures and guidance remain current, and fit for purpose, to ensure our colleagues are always protected.

• Confirm 'real world' compliance with standards and procedures, including testing and effectiveness of controls, implementing improvement plans where appropriate.

• Ability to manage and hold to account external suppliers - constantly challenging them to operate in line with, and beyond, their contractual requirements to improve the colleague experience.

• Build excellent relationships with our Property and Business areas to ensure Health and Safety is seen as an enabler to successful change and people management.

• Be inclusive in your thinking - ensuring our policies and standards are suitable for everyone.

Why Lloyds Banking Group?

We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you.

What you need

Tech & Communication

You'll be a great communicator, being able to provide consultation to colleagues and line managers, whilst setting suggested direction and delivery options to senior leadership, with the ability to work across the suite of Microsoft 365 products, including SharePoint and Power Platform.

Supporting Projects

Our ideal candidate will be comfortable leading, and working in project groups - making sense of complex, technical information from our suppliers, and converting it to a language our leadership understand. They should feel confident taking options and recommendations to senior forums for approval at pace, and seeing them through to implementation.

Education & Experience

Educated to Level 6 Diploma (or equivalent) in a relevant Health and Safety topic, with additional experience in the management of fire, property and construction safety.

Member of a recognised health and safety professional body (IOSH, IIRSM or equivalent in fire)

We would like you to be comfortable interpreting data and making data led decisions.

Willing to upskill as required to meet Lloyds Banking Groups duties, and support the business in delivering competent health and safety advice

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We're committed to creating a consciously inclusive workplace where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive and perform at their best.

We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.

As an inclusive employer, we offer Workplace Adjustments for colleagues with a disability (which may include long-term health and neurodivergent conditions) where it is reasonable to do so. This could include flexibility with regards to office attendance, location, and working pattern.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. If you have a disability, you can also apply via our Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). Through the DCS, we guarantee to interview a fair and proportionate number of applicants with a disability, whose application meets the minimum criteria for the advertised job role.

We also provide adjustments that are reasonable throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers for applicants with a disability, long-term health condition or neurodivergent condition. If you'd like an adjustment to the recruitment process just let us know.

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%

• An annual performance-related bonus

• Share schemes including free shares

• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping

• 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top

• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

If you're excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.

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Are you looking for an exciting and challenging role that combines the hustle of sales with the organisation of administrative tasks? Do you have a genuine interest in the Water Hygiene industry and a proactive attitude towards business development? Then we have the perfect job for you!

Acorn by Synergie is seeking a passionate and driven Sales & Sales Admin Executive to join their client in Thornbury. As a leading provider of Water Hygiene services, our client is dedicated to preventing Legionella and ensuring the safety of their clients' buildings. We are looking for someone who shares our clients enthusiasm and can help them drive their business forward.

In this role, you will be responsible for generating new sales opportunities by actively reaching out to potential clients and building relationships. You will also be in charge of preparing, sending, and following up on quotes. Your team-oriented mindset, combined with your competitive and entrepreneurial spirit, will help you excel in this position.

If you have an outgoing and energetic personality, as well as a genuine curiosity for both our clients and the Water Hygiene industry, then you are the type of person we are looking for. Your solution-oriented approach to problem-solving will be invaluable in this role.

Key responsibilities:

- Actively seek out new business development opportunities

- Prepare and send quotes to potential clients

- Follow up on quotes and negotiate deals

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients

- Work closely with the team to strategise and achieve sales goals

- Handle administrative tasks related to sales, such as data entry and reporting

- Keep up-to-date with industry trends and developments

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in a B2B sales role, preferably in a service environment

- Comfortable engaging in phone conversations

- Strong communication and negotiation skills

- Proven track record of achieving sales targets

- Excellent organisational and time management skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software

- A proactive and enthusiastic attitude

- Prior experience in an administrative role is a plus

What we offer:

- Salary £26,000 to £28,000 per annum + bonus + company profit related bonus scheme

- Opportunities for career advancement and development

- A supportive and inclusive work environment, including full and ongoing technical training

- 37.5 hours per week - office based in Thornbury

- Onsite free parking

- 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays), increasing with service and a holiday buyback scheme.

If you are looking for a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding opportunity to showcase your sales and administrative skills, then we want to hear from you! Apply now, by sending your CV to coral.jenkins@acornpeople.com or call 01454 414921

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

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APPRENTICESHIP - Air Logistics Sales Apprentice (Starting October 2024) | Bristol | req119016

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the logistics and freight forwarding industry? Look no further! We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Air Sales team in Bristol. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best in the business and gain valuable insights into the industry.

YOUR ROLE

Our Air Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel provides Air freight services that connect global markets with efficiency and reliability. This role offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your sales skills, expand your professional network, and contribute to the company's growth strategy. You will receive comprehensive training and support to excel in a fast-paced and rewarding sales environment. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best in the business, then we want to hear from you!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Our 24-month Apprenticeship programme is designed to provide you with the perfect blend of practical on-the-job training and study towards the Sales Level 4 Apprenticeship standard.

In the first part of your apprenticeship, you will focus on getting to grips with delivering excellent customer service, and in the second part you will build on this foundation to develop specialist Sales skills.

Over the 2 years you'll be learning how to…

• Support in building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential customers.
• Assist in tracking and monitoring shipments, ensuring timely delivery, and addressing any delays or issues.
• To develop solutions for customers based on detailed understanding of their requirements.
• Participate in sales and marketing campaigns to promote Air logistics services.
• Document all sales-related activities and communications accurately and promptly.
• To prepare, submit and follow up quotations to Customers.
• Support the sales team with day-to-day administrative duties to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in meetings and training sessions.
• Make sales calls, engage and onboard new customers.
• To initiate contact with potential and current customers to generate and qualify leads, promote the company's products and services, and close sales opportunities.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• The minimum entry requirement for this apprenticeship is Five GCSEs at grades 3 - 9 / A*-D including Maths & English)
• Our company values candidates who are passionate about providing excellent customer service, have a strong work ethic, and are able to communicate effectively with others. Good planning and organization skills is important and you will need the ability to multitask and be a self-starter.
• Previous use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel is beneficial.
• Please be aware that this vacancy does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship and for apprenticeship funding, candidates must have been resident in the EEA for at least the last 3 years.
• This is an entry level training position. If you are already qualified or experienced in this area of work, this is unlikely to be the position for you. However, we would welcome your application for one of our other vacancies which can be found on our website.

Key Information:
Apprenticeship Contract :21st October 2024 - 16th October 2026
Working hours: Monday - Friday, 08.30am to 17.00pm
Place of work: Will be expected onsite full time, to be reviewed in the 2nd year of the apprenticeship.

Recruitment Process:
Step 1: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a telephone screening call with a member of our Resourcing team. This is a great opportunity to find out more abut the business and for us to understand why you are interested in this apprenticeship and what you feel you can bring to the role.
Step 3: A final shortlist of candidates will be invited to an interview onsite with two members of the hiring team
Step 4: All candidates will receive telephone feedback after their interviews and if offered will be invited to return to the office for a further site tour and to provide right to work documentation.

GOOD REASON TO JOIN

We are thrilled to offer you a chance to join our amazing group of apprentices. You can expect a competitive starting salary of £15,500 in year one with an increase after 12 months, and a great bonus once you have completed your apprenticeship. But that's not all! You will also receive attractive benefits and an Apprentice NUS discount card. We understand that starting a new job can be daunting, but don't worry! You will be supported throughout your journey by a network of mentors, line managers and previous apprentices. They will help you achieve your qualifications and progress along your apprenticeship journey. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity! Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.

ABOUT KUEHNE+NAGEL

With over 80.000 employees at some 1,300 locations in over 100 countries, the Kuehne+Nagel Group is one of the world's leading logistics companies.

CONTACT

UK Future Talent
uk.futuretalent@kuehne-nagel.com

Optical Regional Sales Manager job in South West England. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Regional Sales Manager for a global leader in the manufacturing of eye care solutions. Our client is a well-established business which is experiencing exceptional growth. This role will focus on the South West England region.

The Regional Sales Manager represents the company in the designated territory and is responsible for the development of profitable growth in value and volume according to the agreed budget. The role will also involve increasing market share via business consulting and building long-term relationships with existing and new customers.

Regional Sales Manager - Role

• The customer base is a mix of independent opticians, small regional/key accounts and national retail opticians.
• Must be able to work on own initiative in a fast-paced business, where every order counts and planning and preparation is key to success.
• Has the ability to open new accounts and manage relationships to grow the business from an early start.
• New business development as well as taking care of and growing the existing customer base in what has the opportunity to be one of our clients biggest revenue sales regions is both exciting and challenging and for the right person they will achieve a great sense of personal achievement.

Regional Sales Manager - Requirements

• Previous experience in the optical industry (Dispensing Optician/Practice Manager)
• Ideally B-2-B sales experience in a closely-related industry
• Tenacious, hungry, passionate for success and has the ability to grow within the company

Regional Sales Manager - Salary

• Base salary up to £32.5k
• Excellent bonus scheme
• Company car and a range of additional benefits

To avoid missing out on this opportunity please click on the Apply Now button below.

This role sits within the HRA Resources directorate which consists of various functions that work collaboratively to provide and deliver a range of services to staffcommittee members and suppliers of goods and services to the organisation.The directorate functions are:- HR- Finance- Governance- Commercial- Equality & Diversity- Learning & DevelopmentTo find out more and to understand the full duties of the role, please refer to the jobdescription attached.In submitting your application with us, please note the following:We currently do not accept applications via recruitment agencies.We do not hold a sponsorship licence and are unable to offer employment under any sponsorship arrangement.Where applicants fail to demonstrate how they meet any one of the essential criteriaof the person specification, the application will not be shortlisted. You will beconsidered based only on the information in your application form. CVs will not beconsidered.The HRA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should it receive a sufficient number of applications.