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Start your graduate career with the UK's leading electrical distribution company! Are you a recent graduate with the confidence, energy, and ambition to build a career in sales and business management? Join the UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers and take your first step towards a rewarding long-term career with excellent earning potential. This Graduate Sales & Business Management Trainee position offers a hands-on introduction to business operations, customer management, and professional sales, giving you the tools and experience to progress to management in the future. About the Company This industry-leading business is known for developing future leaders from within. For over a decade, their graduate programme has been the starting point for ambitious graduates who now manage teams, branches, and regional operations. They're looking for driven, competitive, and career-focused individuals who are eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy building strong relationships with customers. What You'll Be Doing First 6 months - Learn the business and start selling Gain an understanding of all key business areas, including logistics, supply chain, operations, marketing, and administration Get hands-on experience with a wide range of products and suppliers in the electrical distribution industry Serve trade customers face-to-face, providing advice and solutions to electricians, contractors, and other professionals Begin structured sales training and complete development modules with financial incentives for each milestone achieved 6-12 months - Build your sales career Progress into internal sales and account management Develop business relationships with a range of B2B clients, such as construction firms, local authorities, and housing developers Learn how to identify opportunities, grow existing accounts, and win new business 12 months and beyond - Step into management Move into a field-based sales management role with greater responsibility and earning potential Manage your own client portfolio, travel locally to meetings, and begin learning about running a business unit Gain experience in staff management, purchasing, and financial performance, preparing you for future leadership roles What's in it for you Competitive starting salary of 30,000 - 33,500 Uncapped performance-related bonuses Company car, laptop and mobile phone (once in field sales role) Full training and support from industry professionals Excellent career progression opportunities into management Hands-on experience in a fast-growing and hugely successful business What We're Looking For Recent graduates (any discipline) with an interest in sales, business, or management Confident communicators who enjoy building relationships Motivated, ambitious, and target-driven individuals A full UK driving licence is required Apply Now If you're ready to take ownership of your career and succeed in a company that rewards drive and ambition, apply today to find out more about this exciting Graduate Sales & Business Management opportunity.

Graduate/ Entry level role - Next available intakes - September & October 2025 Please note, the salary for this role is £24,570 plus uncapped commission 37.5 hours per week Would the opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial and collaborative sales environment interest you? Would you like to build a successful career through providing innovative technology solutions to our customers? Join our Sales team If you're looking to make the most of your ambition and personality, then a sales career at Softcat could be perfect for you. Our team is over 500 people strong across our UK and Ireland offices and we continue to grow, embracing new international markets and opportunities. As a Sales Executive, you'll be a big part of our plans for the future. Softcat sales opportunities come with big earnings potential and a structured progression path. Plus, you don't need specific qualifications or experience to join us! We can help you reach your goals if you bring us the ambition to succeed. Success. The Softcat Way. Softcat is a billion-pound technology company that feels like one family. We're big on culture, big on teamwork and big on rewards. Through collaboration and understanding, we help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. Welcome to a business where personal achievement and team success go hand-in-hand. Build your own business As Sales Executive you'll be targeted on securing new business with organisations across the UK, selling IT solutions on behalf of our partners (Microsoft, HPE, Cisco, Dell to name a few). As you become established in the role you'll inevitably spend less time on building new business and instead focus on really enhancing those existing relationships you've built, selling more products into less clients. It truly feels like running your own business, where you get to control how much you earn and how you want to develop. You will join our Softcat Sales Development Programme, which is designed to equip you with everything you need to become successful. The programme will accelerate your confidence in the role and support you on your journey to being an established Account Manager. As a Sales Executive, you will be responsible for: Researching potential customers to shape and build new business Growing new business through effective communication methods including cold calling, customer meetings and email marketing Working towards your KPI's through developing market understanding, building relationships and networking Providing effective account management to support your customers technology strategy, implementation, and future requirements Collaborating with your sales team, cross-functional teams, and external partners to help develop a rich customer experience We'd love you to have: Have a passion for sales and be keen to learn and develop your skill set Demonstrate a keen entrepreneurial flare and the desire to build your own client base from scratch Be a motivated self-starter, a quick learner and be highly organised Show an enthusiasm to learn and develop your knowledge for new and emerging technologies Have a high level of verbal and written communication skills Have the ability to build solid relationships internally and with potential new clients We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply - we would love to hear from you! Work in a way that works for you We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: Flexible working - flexibility of working from home and in the office. Please note, 3 days working in the office and 2 days working from home, there is a requirement to be in each Wednesday for vendor and inter-office team meetings Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now Softcat is an inclusive company where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We're welcoming to all and passionate about promoting greater diversity in the tech sector. As part of our commitment to supporting, attracting and retaining the best diverse talent, Softcat is proud to partner with organisations like WORK180, My G Work and Black Young Professionals. Work 180 endorse employers that demonstrate on-going support for women at work, including offering benefits and policies that best support female employees. My G Work support us in our aim of attracting more LGBTQ+ talent. The BYP network support us in diversifying our talent pool by tapping into the black professional community. Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

Are you a natural relationship builder with a track record in receiving exceptional feedback for the work you do, especially when dealing with other people? Do you naturally go over and above to do a good job, really pushing to carve out a career for yourself? M-F 8.30am - 5.30pm, Dundee A job in recruitment at Search offers: a clear career path for individuals who want to self develop and progress a good basic salary but the opportunity to earn x3 as much in bonus full, award winning training delivered by our internal L&D team and your manager support and the recipe for success Keep reading if you can bring: commitment & determination positive, "can-do" energy & confidence drive to make money and pursue a career excellent communication skills the ability to follow a business plan Training Your training programme will be one of the best in the business and ensure you are not only set up but continuously trained and developed. In your first 6 months there will be an 8 week tailored training programme to give you all the tools to be successful, after 6 months we're looking at your first promotion and setting up the next stage of your training programme towards achieving Senior Consultant after your first year in, which comes with a minimum pay increase of over 10% and a car allowance of 3,000 ! The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that has an unrivalled reputation within our marketplace and an opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in the UK. Your key areas will be to develop business alongside your peers via phone call, video interaction, networking events and face to face contacts to build a client base as well as source, attract and interview the best talent on the market so you can support your clients in the best way possible. Benefits Annual reward trip abroad, all expenses paid Quarterly reward days out Excellent bonus package (monthly bonuses are uncapped and within your first 6 months it's realistic to expect 500 - 1,500 per month bonus when hitting your KPIs) Fantastic opportunities for career progression Industry-leading training Genuinely welcoming and fun office environment where you are encouraged to be yourself! PerkBox benefits Flex holidays: buy/sell 5 days annual leave a year What we are looking for People person & confident communicator - you must be confident and enjoy talking to people at all levels Ability to thrive in a fast paced environment Willing to make mistakes, take feedback positively and be positive about development Career focused and driven You will have recent customer service, ideally sales experience; we will consider graduates for this role also Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Are you a university student looking for a placement year in the tech industry? Want to work somewhere where your ideas matter and you can make a real impact? Start date: Monday 6 th July 2026 Length : 12 months Salary: £20,000 plus bonus potential Locations: Manchester, Marlow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle, South Coast and Glasgow Join our Sales Internship Programme Our Internship Programme is designed for students like you - curious, driven, and ready to explore the world of technology. Over 12 months you'll gain hands-on experience, lead on real projects, make a genuine impact on our organisation and build skills that will set you apart after graduation. Check out some of our intern blogs via this link to learn more about a placement year at Softcat: Softcat Student Success Stories Higherin About the Sales Department As the largest department, Sales is crucial to our business goals, strategy, and award-winning customer service. This department prides itself on it's vibrant culture, strong teamwork and opportunities for personal growth and development. If you want to be a part of a team that's big on rewards, hard work and incentives then a sales career might just be for you. Our sales department consists of our Corporate Sector and Public Sector Sales teams, and our past interns have worked across both areas. As a Sales Intern you'll be: Working as part of a Sales Intern team, you'll be supporting our SMB customers in Corporate and Public Sector with their technology requirements Working with our key sales functions, developing knowledge, and understanding of a sales career, including experience in new business development and account management Learning about Softcat and our key technology products, and how they can benefit businesses Building key sales skills such as communication, customer management and relationship building Working towards team targets and KPIs with the opportunity to earn extra commission and incentives Collaborating with other Softcat interns on group projects What we're looking for: A current undergraduate University student studying in the UK/Ireland in your penultimate year, from any degree discipline Passionate about technology & sales Excellent communication, relationship building and team work skills A motivated self-starter, with the resilience and drive to achieve against targets Demonstrate an alignment to our Softcat values & inclusive culture Work in a way that works for you We recognise that life doesn't always fit into a 9-5 every day in the office. That's why we offer: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home) Flexible working hours - flexing the times you start and finish Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. How does our internship recruitment process work? Our process consists of four stages, Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview. Initially we're reviewing you for our Tech & Services area, assessing your Softcat fit, passion for this area and transferable skills. Once you reach our Assessment Centre's, we'll reveal the roles we have available for this year's placements. You'll then be given the opportunity to highlight your first choice, or we'll align you to where we think you'd make the most impact. You'll then interview specifically for your aligned role at your final stage panel interview . Some key info: Application closing date: Friday 19 th December 2025 Sales Assessment Centre Dates: Tuesday 3 rd February 2026 OR Thursday 5th February 2026 (you must be able to attend one of these dates to be considered for this opportunity) Roles are subject to location which means you may be required to relocate in order to be considered for a position Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Life At Softcat A Culture You'll Love Softcat

Are you a university student looking for a placement year in the tech industry? Want to work somewhere where your ideas matter and you can make a real impact? Start date: Monday 6 th July 2026 Length : 12 months Salary: £20,000 plus bonus potential Locations: Manchester, Marlow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle, South Coast and Glasgow Join our Sales Internship Programme Our Internship Programme is designed for students like you - curious, driven, and ready to explore the world of technology. Over 12 months you'll gain hands-on experience, lead on real projects, make a genuine impact on our organisation and build skills that will set you apart after graduation. Check out some of our intern blogs via this link to learn more about a placement year at Softcat: Softcat Student Success Stories Higherin About the Sales Department As the largest department, Sales is crucial to our business goals, strategy, and award-winning customer service. This department prides itself on it's vibrant culture, strong teamwork and opportunities for personal growth and development. If you want to be a part of a team that's big on rewards, hard work and incentives then a sales career might just be for you. Our sales department consists of our Corporate Sector and Public Sector Sales teams, and our past interns have worked across both areas. As a Sales Intern you'll be: Working as part of a Sales Intern team, you'll be supporting our SMB customers in Corporate and Public Sector with their technology requirements Working with our key sales functions, developing knowledge, and understanding of a sales career, including experience in new business development and account management Learning about Softcat and our key technology products, and how they can benefit businesses Building key sales skills such as communication, customer management and relationship building Working towards team targets and KPIs with the opportunity to earn extra commission and incentives Collaborating with other Softcat interns on group projects What we're looking for: A current undergraduate University student studying in the UK/Ireland in your penultimate year, from any degree discipline Passionate about technology & sales Excellent communication, relationship building and team work skills A motivated self-starter, with the resilience and drive to achieve against targets Demonstrate an alignment to our Softcat values & inclusive culture Work in a way that works for you We recognise that life doesn't always fit into a 9-5 every day in the office. That's why we offer: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home) Flexible working hours - flexing the times you start and finish Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. How does our internship recruitment process work? Our process consists of four stages, Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview. Initially we're reviewing you for our Tech & Services area, assessing your Softcat fit, passion for this area and transferable skills. Once you reach our Assessment Centre's, we'll reveal the roles we have available for this year's placements. You'll then be given the opportunity to highlight your first choice, or we'll align you to where we think you'd make the most impact. You'll then interview specifically for your aligned role at your final stage panel interview . Some key info: Application closing date: Friday 19 th December 2025 Sales Assessment Centre Dates: Tuesday 3 rd February 2026 OR Thursday 5th February 2026 (you must be able to attend one of these dates to be considered for this opportunity) Roles are subject to location which means you may be required to relocate in order to be considered for a position Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Life At Softcat A Culture You'll Love Softcat

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: Act as a major point of contact within the firm, together with the Partner. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at senior levels, being a principal point of contact throughout the year. Develop a strong commercial understanding of the audited entities businesses. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities with new audit entities, and inform the Partner as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. Technical Skills ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Are you a university student looking for a placement year in the tech industry? Want to work somewhere where your ideas matter and you can make a real impact? Start date: Monday 6 th July 2026 Length : 12 months Salary: £20,000 plus bonus potential Locations: Manchester, Marlow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Newcastle, South Coast and Glasgow Join our Sales Internship Programme Our Internship Programme is designed for students like you - curious, driven, and ready to explore the world of technology. Over 12 months you'll gain hands-on experience, lead on real projects, make a genuine impact on our organisation and build skills that will set you apart after graduation. Check out some of our intern blogs via this link to learn more about a placement year at Softcat: Softcat Student Success Stories Higherin About the Sales Department As the largest department, Sales is crucial to our business goals, strategy, and award-winning customer service. This department prides itself on it's vibrant culture, strong teamwork and opportunities for personal growth and development. If you want to be a part of a team that's big on rewards, hard work and incentives then a sales career might just be for you. Our sales department consists of our Corporate Sector and Public Sector Sales teams, and our past interns have worked across both areas. As a Sales Intern you'll be: Working as part of a Sales Intern team, you'll be supporting our SMB customers in Corporate and Public Sector with their technology requirements Working with our key sales functions, developing knowledge, and understanding of a sales career, including experience in new business development and account management Learning about Softcat and our key technology products, and how they can benefit businesses Building key sales skills such as communication, customer management and relationship building Working towards team targets and KPIs with the opportunity to earn extra commission and incentives Collaborating with other Softcat interns on group projects What we're looking for: A current undergraduate University student studying in the UK/Ireland in your penultimate year, from any degree discipline Passionate about technology & sales Excellent communication, relationship building and team work skills A motivated self-starter, with the resilience and drive to achieve against targets Demonstrate an alignment to our Softcat values & inclusive culture Work in a way that works for you We recognise that life doesn't always fit into a 9-5 every day in the office. That's why we offer: Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home) Flexible working hours - flexing the times you start and finish Working with us Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. How does our internship recruitment process work? Our process consists of four stages, Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview. Initially we're reviewing you for our Tech & Services area, assessing your Softcat fit, passion for this area and transferable skills. Once you reach our Assessment Centre's, we'll reveal the roles we have available for this year's placements. You'll then be given the opportunity to highlight your first choice, or we'll align you to where we think you'd make the most impact. You'll then interview specifically for your aligned role at your final stage panel interview . Some key info: Application closing date: Friday 19 th December 2025 Sales Assessment Centre Dates: Tuesday 3 rd February 2026 OR Thursday 5th February 2026 (you must be able to attend one of these dates to be considered for this opportunity) Roles are subject to location which means you may be required to relocate in order to be considered for a position Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self. Join us To become part of the success story, please apply now. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Life At Softcat A Culture You'll Love Softcat

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone with: Act as a major point of contact within the firm, together with the Partner. Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at senior levels, being a principal point of contact throughout the year. Develop a strong commercial understanding of the audited entities businesses. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities with new audit entities, and inform the Partner as appropriate. Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. Technical Skills ACCA/ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Previous experience of managing people. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll also: Act as a major point of contact within the firm. This includes responding quickly to, as well as anticipating requests/needs and keeping stakeholders informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the audit. Responsible for the financial management of a portfolio. Ensure that the firm's risk management and quality control procedures are adhered to at all times. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities. Support Partners and Senior Managers in the development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Work as part of management team with other Audit Managers within the business group (e.g. resource planning, merit rate meetings and efficiency gains) Act as an ambassador of the firm, participates in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Good working knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including consolidations, group audits, statutory accounts and disclosures. Project Management experience. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. . Rewards & Benefits We offer a wide range of core and voluntary benefits, with a few examples below. Health and Wellness Programmes We promote a positive working environment where our people can thrive. Pension Plan A Group Personal Pension Plan, with matched employer contributions. Private Medical Access to private medical treatment for you and your family. Income Protection Plan Provides a proportion of your basic salary if you suffer a loss of earnings because of illness or injury. Holidays Our holiday benefit enables you to purchase up to 10 days of additional leave. Bike to work scheme A convenient, environmentally friendly and tax-effective way to acquire a bike for travelling to and from work.

NORTHWOOD HILLS NORTH LONDON / HARROW based Graduate / Trainee Recruitment Consultant £22-26k + commission My client is seeking ambitious and driven graduates for their offices in NORTHWOOD HILLS. This group, a Virgin Fast Track 100 listed company, is the UK's fastest growing Recruitment Banking / Asset Management recruitment group with international consultancies and strong plans for further expansion. They run a 13 week training programme which will give you the foundation you need to succeed in this industry so no sales experience is necessary and you can realistically expect to earn £35-50k in your first year. They offer uncapped commission that makes a six-figure salary in your second year a very real possibility and you ll be in control of your own earnings so there is no limit on how much you can take home This company firmly believes in rewarding employees for their hard work and results, which is why they have one of the best incentive schemes in the UK: Uncapped commission Internal promotion based on meritocracy and unlimited career progression Comprehensive training scheme 5 holiday targets Monaco Grand Prix, Marbella, Barcelona, Ibiza, Amsterdam Monthly Michelin starred champagne lunches Discounts at your favourite retailers

As a company, our track record in supporting early careers is exceptional, and our Graduate scheme represents a fantastic opportunity for you to unlock your full potential. Our comprehensive two-year development program is designed to provide a diverse range of job experiences, on-the-job learning, and a personalised learning journey supported by your mentor, coach, and line manager. Within our business, you'll not only find the chance to advance and expand your career but also to cultivate a professional network with some of the industry's finest individuals. In this developmental role, you'll have the opportunity to build the skills and experience needed to become a confident, high-performing Offsite Integration Manager within our Offsite Business. Through tailored training, one-to-one mentoring, and hands-on project experience, you'll gain a deep understanding of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA), and offsite integration. Working alongside our project and bid teams, you'll play an active role in identifying and developing innovative prefabricated and DfMA solutions that can be manufactured in our offsite facilities and brought to life in real projects. KEY DELIVERABLES DISCIPLINE ACTIVITY Health and Safety Demonstrate appropriate Health and Safety leadership to ensure that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities you are working on. Support the delivery of key safety initiatives and behavioural change. Business Planning & Budgeting Develop the sales plan in the responsible area identifying key objectives, opportunities, and ensuring profitable successful bids are produced to the agreed levels of turnover and profit. Performance Use offsite and engineering reviews with the project teams to ensure models are produced in line with the programme and production slots. Prevent attrition of the embedded offsite solutions on live projects through regular reviews with the project team. Ensure further Offsite opportunities are identified, priced and secured. Governance Ensure all workplans and opportunity development is carried out in line with the offsite and engineering processes and that workplans are reviewed, signed off and evaluated in line with the Delegation of Authority Matrix. Bid Management Benchmark offsite solutions against traditional methods, understand the cost benefits of offsite manufacture to promote and integrate offsite solutions (wherever practical and viable) into projects from the earliest opportunity. Ensure offsite solutions are accurately costed and embedded into main NG Bailey Engineering project bids at tender stage. Hold business reviews to assess opportunities in the area and ensure all aspects of the respective regions are serviced. Risk Management Review and evaluate both technical and commercial risks on the workplan submissions to minimise risk to the business and escalate as required. Work with the project teams to manage technical risk and ensure process is followed. Customer Relations Participate in regular performance/review meetings with management in the regions to ensure that Offsite is at the forefront of project leaders' thinking. Maintain a proactive customer care regime by conducting regular client site visits. Investigate and resolve queries or issues raised by engineers, project managers and leaders in the regions. Business Change Support and drive efficiencies and improvements in all areas of influence. Challenge the "why" and "so what" so we can achieve World Class manufacturing. Utilise lean tools and principles in OSM ways of working. Financial Management Manage and control costs in all areas of responsibility. Support the achievement of OSM Financial goals and budget. Progress Reporting Undertake sales forecasting and phasing, support and participate in formal reporting of project status (monthly, quarterly, and annually, as needed) Essential Criteria Degree 2.2 above in Engineering, Construction, Design, Business Management or equivalent GCSE English & Maths Grade 4 or c or equivalent/above Right to work indefinitely - we are unable to provide visa sponsorship under either the Dependent or Skilled worked visa routes. NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer and all applicants will receive equal treatment within their application and selection process. What happens next? If we want to progress your application you will be invited to attend a telephone interview. PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF SUITABLE APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED. LI-CS1

Sales Director - Laundry, Cleaning & Home Products "Lead the UK growth of a premium, market-leading global brand into the Grocery Retail sector UK & Ireland" Base Salary: c 95,000 + 25% Bonus + Company Car + Benefits Location: Remote - Monthly HQ Meetings (North West) Our client is a top-tier, branded manufacturer whose household laundry, cleaning and household products are recognised and trusted by millions of consumers worldwide. With a strong UK footprint and European market leadership, their brands occupy top 1-3 positions in their categories across grocery, e-commerce, DIY, discounter channels. Known for quality, innovation, and brand heritage, they continue to compete successfully against private label by delivering compelling consumer value, innovation and product design. This succession-critical appointment offers the opportunity to join the UK & Ireland leadership team and shape future growth for two iconic brands. The Role Reporting to the General Manager UK & Ireland, you will: Lead, coach, and inspire a team of high-performing Key Account Managers, ensuring clear objectives, professional development, and commercial success. Operate as a hands-on "player-coach", personally managing key national grocery accounts at senior buyer and category director level. Drive P&L performance for a multi million retail business, delivering channel growth strategies across grocery, discounters, DIY, and online (including Amazon). Win new listings, expand distribution, close range gaps, and strengthen brand presence in-store. Collaborate cross-functionally with category, marketing, and supply chain teams to launch innovative NPD and deliver impactful category plans. Represent the UK business within a pan-European, matrix environment, influencing group strategy while tailoring plans to the UK market. About You We are seeking a graduate calibre, strategic sales leader with: A proven background in non-food general household or general merchandise branded goods - ideally from a market leader or top 5 category brand. Experience selling branded household goods, health and beauty, laundry, cleaning, baby care, or other branded general merchandise. Experience selling into UK grocery and multi-channel retail, including discounters, DIY, and e-commerce. Grocery sector experience is a prerequisite. Strong P&L management skills and a track record of sustained revenue and margin growth. Leadership credentials in developing, coaching, and inspiring high-performance sales teams. A balance of hunter and farmer skills - protecting and growing existing business while opening new accounts and channels. Pan-European or multinational matrix experience, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies. Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and influencing skills at senior retail level. The Offer Base Salary: c 95000 Bonus: Up to 25% (based on personal, UK, and European performance) Company Car: Premium brand or allowance ( 6-8k) Benefits: Private healthcare, pension (8-10% ER), life assurance, income protection, well-being programme, 32 days holiday, EV charging, and more Location: Remote with monthly HQ visits and regular customer travel Why Join? This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of the UK retail sales agenda for two well-loved brands with a premium market position and ambitious growth plans. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, the support of a collaborative leadership team, and the resources of a major global group. If you are a commercially sharp, innovative sales leader from a market-leading non-food household brand, ready to step into a role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on commercial delivery, we would like to hear from you. To apply in confidence, please send your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed) to Telephone (phone number removed)

Sales Director - Laundry, Cleaning & Home Products "Lead the UK growth of a premium, market-leading global brand into the Grocery Retail sector UK & Ireland" Base Salary: c 95,000 + 25% Bonus + Company Car + Benefits Location: Remote - Monthly HQ Meetings (North West) Our client is a top-tier, branded manufacturer whose household laundry, cleaning and household products are recognised and trusted by millions of consumers worldwide. With a strong UK footprint and European market leadership, their brands occupy top 1-3 positions in their categories across grocery, e-commerce, DIY, discounter channels. Known for quality, innovation, and brand heritage, they continue to compete successfully against private label by delivering compelling consumer value, innovation and product design. This succession-critical appointment offers the opportunity to join the UK & Ireland leadership team and shape future growth for two iconic brands. The Role Reporting to the General Manager UK & Ireland, you will: Lead, coach, and inspire a team of high-performing Key Account Managers, ensuring clear objectives, professional development, and commercial success. Operate as a hands-on "player-coach", personally managing key national grocery accounts at senior buyer and category director level. Drive P&L performance for a multi million retail business, delivering channel growth strategies across grocery, discounters, DIY, and online (including Amazon). Win new listings, expand distribution, close range gaps, and strengthen brand presence in-store. Collaborate cross-functionally with category, marketing, and supply chain teams to launch innovative NPD and deliver impactful category plans. Represent the UK business within a pan-European, matrix environment, influencing group strategy while tailoring plans to the UK market. About You We are seeking a graduate calibre, strategic sales leader with: A proven background in non-food general household or general merchandise branded goods - ideally from a market leader or top 5 category brand. Experience selling branded household goods, health and beauty, laundry, cleaning, baby care, or other branded general merchandise. Experience selling into UK grocery and multi-channel retail, including discounters, DIY, and e-commerce. Grocery sector experience is a prerequisite. Strong P&L management skills and a track record of sustained revenue and margin growth. Leadership credentials in developing, coaching, and inspiring high-performance sales teams. A balance of hunter and farmer skills - protecting and growing existing business while opening new accounts and channels. Pan-European or multinational matrix experience, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies. Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and influencing skills at senior retail level. The Offer Base Salary: c 95000 Bonus: Up to 25% (based on personal, UK, and European performance) Company Car: Premium brand or allowance ( 6-8k) Benefits: Private healthcare, pension (8-10% ER), life assurance, income protection, well-being programme, 32 days holiday, EV charging, and more Location: Remote with monthly HQ visits and regular customer travel Why Join? This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of the UK retail sales agenda for two well-loved brands with a premium market position and ambitious growth plans. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, the support of a collaborative leadership team, and the resources of a major global group. If you are a commercially sharp, innovative sales leader from a market-leading non-food household brand, ready to step into a role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on commercial delivery, we would like to hear from you. To apply in confidence, please send your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed) to Telephone (phone number removed)

Sales Director - Laundry, Cleaning & Home Products "Lead the UK growth of a premium, market-leading global brand into the Grocery Retail sector UK & Ireland" Base Salary: c 95,000 + 25% Bonus + Company Car + Benefits Location: Remote - Monthly HQ Meetings (North West) Our client is a top-tier, branded manufacturer whose household laundry, cleaning and household products are recognised and trusted by millions of consumers worldwide. With a strong UK footprint and European market leadership, their brands occupy top 1-3 positions in their categories across grocery, e-commerce, DIY, discounter channels. Known for quality, innovation, and brand heritage, they continue to compete successfully against private label by delivering compelling consumer value, innovation and product design. This succession-critical appointment offers the opportunity to join the UK & Ireland leadership team and shape future growth for two iconic brands. The Role Reporting to the General Manager UK & Ireland, you will: Lead, coach, and inspire a team of high-performing Key Account Managers, ensuring clear objectives, professional development, and commercial success. Operate as a hands-on "player-coach", personally managing key national grocery accounts at senior buyer and category director level. Drive P&L performance for a multi million retail business, delivering channel growth strategies across grocery, discounters, DIY, and online (including Amazon). Win new listings, expand distribution, close range gaps, and strengthen brand presence in-store. Collaborate cross-functionally with category, marketing, and supply chain teams to launch innovative NPD and deliver impactful category plans. Represent the UK business within a pan-European, matrix environment, influencing group strategy while tailoring plans to the UK market. About You We are seeking a graduate calibre, strategic sales leader with: A proven background in non-food general household or general merchandise branded goods - ideally from a market leader or top 5 category brand. Experience selling branded household goods, health and beauty, laundry, cleaning, baby care, or other branded general merchandise. Experience selling into UK grocery and multi-channel retail, including discounters, DIY, and e-commerce. Grocery sector experience is a prerequisite. Strong P&L management skills and a track record of sustained revenue and margin growth. Leadership credentials in developing, coaching, and inspiring high-performance sales teams. A balance of hunter and farmer skills - protecting and growing existing business while opening new accounts and channels. Pan-European or multinational matrix experience, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies. Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and influencing skills at senior retail level. The Offer Base Salary: c 95000 Bonus: Up to 25% (based on personal, UK, and European performance) Company Car: Premium brand or allowance ( 6-8k) Benefits: Private healthcare, pension (8-10% ER), life assurance, income protection, well-being programme, 32 days holiday, EV charging, and more Location: Remote with monthly HQ visits and regular customer travel Why Join? This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of the UK retail sales agenda for two well-loved brands with a premium market position and ambitious growth plans. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, the support of a collaborative leadership team, and the resources of a major global group. If you are a commercially sharp, innovative sales leader from a market-leading non-food household brand, ready to step into a role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on commercial delivery, we would like to hear from you. To apply in confidence, please send your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed) to Telephone (phone number removed)

Are you a recent graduate or already working in a sales environment? Are you naturally competitive and money-driven? Dive into the dynamic world of recruitment working in the automation industry! Make no mistake, this will be the ultimate challenge for someone looking for success and progression. If you struggle with rejection, then this is not the role for you. However, if you want to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment on an international automation desk within our life sciences brand, Blackfield Associates, then look no further, a career in recruitment is just right for you! No previous experience in recruitment or our STEM sectors is needed, as you will automatically be enrolled in our highly commended Training Academy. Working at STR We have been providing specialist permanent and contract recruitment services since 2000 and employ over 150 staff. STR Group is a recruitment company that is comprised of 6 niche brands, working in Life Sciences, Architecture & Interior Design, Automation, Maritime, Engineering & Manufacturing and Built Environment. We offer a progressive, transparent promotional structure, fully flexible, extensive benefits, as well as loyalty reward schemes. What will you be doing? You will learn to source potential clients and grow your business via outbound sales You will network on platforms such as LinkedIn to build a pool of candidates You will work on building and developing excellent client and candidate relationships You will be writing, advertising, and marketing vacancies via a variety of channels You will learn how to negotiate Terms of Business with cooperate clients You will focus on your own personalised KPIs and financial targets You will have full control over your earning potential and career progression What are we offering you? Structured, clear, performance-based career progression opportunities with the ability to fast-track promotions. Up to 30% commission scheme Highly Commended ongoing Learning and Development delivered by dedicated inhouse experts. Flexible and hybrid working available - after completion of the Training Academy. Modern, slick, state of the art offices with breakout areas and dedicated kitchen (including Pool & Football tables). Breakfast club Company wide monthly offsite Business meetings Employee of the Month & Quarter Quarterly Directors Lunches at 5 restaurants Training Academy Graduation Celebratory Lunch Top 10 Billers have the chance to go on all paid holiday to Las Vegas, Ibiza, Miami, New York or Dubai every year! Annual Conference, Summer & Christmas parties celebrating with the whole company Special work anniversaries, including chocolate or sweet bouquet, voucher, champagne, bonus & additional holiday depending on length of service! 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising by one day each year of service capped at 28 days) You can purchase up to 5 days extra holiday Health care cash plan and optional private health care from Day 1! Company Pension scheme Enhanced Maternity/paternity leave Summer trading hours Birthday off Drinks fridge Free onsite parking Cycle to work scheme Employee Referral Programme STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy. If you are ready to embark on an exciting career path in recruitment with a focus on maritime recruitment, we want to hear from you! TA is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Join Our Education Recruitment Training Academy - Start Monday 3rd November! Are you hungry for success, tenacious in your approach, and ready to build a career in recruitment? If you're not afraid of hard work and want to be part of something exciting, this is your opportunity to launch your career in Education Recruitment . We are looking for 5 driven individuals to join our Training Academy which will take place in our Hemel Hempstead office.(Once successful, your permanent place of employment will be either Hemel Hempstead or Central London) This is a unique chance to learn from some of the most successful Consultants in the industry , develop in-depth recruitment skills, and graduate as a fully-fledged Education Recruitment Consultant. What's Involved? 6 weeks of intensive training and real-world assessment Learn how to build a desk, win business, and develop strong school and candidate relationships Training delivered by top-performing industry professionals Ongoing mentoring and support to help you succeed Set targets and challenges throughout the programme to track your progress We're Looking For: Individuals with a sales mindset and a relentless drive to succeed Excellent communication skills and natural confidence Resilience, ambition, and a strong work ethic No prior recruitment experience needed - just the right attitude Your Mission: Complete the Academy, hit your milestones, and graduate as a Recruitment Consultant ready to make an impact in the education sector. Start Date: Monday 3rd November Location: Hemel Hempstead Office Interviews: W/C 13th October at our Hemel Hempstead office.

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers. About the Company The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry. Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees. Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard. 6-12 months Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts. 12 months and beyond Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses. Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities. Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward. Apply Today to Find Out More If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today! Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for business and the drive to succeed? The UK's largest supplier of electrical equipment to business and trade customers is offering an exciting opportunity to join their comprehensive graduate programme designed to cultivate the next generation of sales leaders and managers. About the Company The company you'll be joining recognises the importance of nurturing talent and building a strong succession plan. Their graduate sales and business management programme was established over a decade ago to bring in bright and ambitious graduates who are eager to learn about business operations. They seek individuals who are money-motivated and aspire to become effective salespeople and future managers. Graduate Training Programme: First 6 months Develop a core knowledge of how the business operates - warehouse, logistics, supply chain, administration, IT software, and marketing. Get hands-on with the vast product range and learn about different manufacturers and the electrical distribution industry. Start building relationships, making deals and advising customers face-to-face over the trade counter e.g. electricians, contractors and tradespeople. Begin your formal sales training course and network with other Graduate Trainees from across the company. Complete workbook assessments to underpin your learning and development and receive financial incentives for each one passed to a required standard. 6-12 months Move to internal sales account management, engaging with business customers over the phone e.g. construction companies, local government authorities, housing developers and hotels. Learn business development strategies and how to target and win new trading accounts. 12 months and beyond Progress to a diverse business-to-business field sales management position, with increased earning potential and bigger bonuses. Travel locally in your company car, meeting clients, discussing projects, and arranging social activities. Work towards running your own business in the group, learning about staff management, purchasing, profit and loss, etc. The business operates in a decentralised manner, allowing local managers to make informed decisions that drive the business forward. Apply Today to Find Out More If you're ready to kick-start your career in a company that values innovation, autonomy, and career development, this is the graduate program for you. We seek graduates who are money-motivated, relationship builders, competitive, and driven. If you have a passion for sales and the ability to build lasting relationships, apply today! Please note, a full UK driving licence is required for this role.

Sales Director - Laundry, Cleaning & Home Products UK & Ireland Base Salary: c 95,000 + 25% Bonus + Company Car + Benefits Location: Remote - Monthly HQ Meetings (North West) Lead the UK growth of a premium, market-leading global brand into the Grocery Retail sector Our client is a top-tier, branded manufacturer whose household laundry, cleaning and household products are recognised and trusted by millions of consumers worldwide. With a strong UK footprint and European market leadership, their brands occupy top 1-3 positions in their categories across grocery, e-commerce, DIY, discounter channels. Known for quality, innovation, and brand heritage, they continue to compete successfully against private label by delivering compelling consumer value, innovation and product design. This succession-critical appointment offers the opportunity to join the UK & Ireland leadership team and shape future growth for two iconic brands. The Role Reporting to the General Manager UK & Ireland, you will: Lead, coach, and inspire a team of high-performing Key Account Managers, ensuring clear objectives, professional development, and commercial success. Operate as a hands-on "player-coach", personally managing key national grocery accounts at senior buyer and category director level. Drive P&L performance for a multi million retail business, delivering channel growth strategies across grocery, discounters, DIY, and online (including Amazon). Win new listings, expand distribution, close range gaps, and strengthen brand presence in-store. Collaborate cross-functionally with category, marketing, and supply chain teams to launch innovative NPD and deliver impactful category plans. Represent the UK business within a pan-European, matrix environment, influencing group strategy while tailoring plans to the UK market. About You We are seeking a graduate calibre, strategic sales leader with: A proven background in non-food general household or general merchandise branded goods - ideally from a market leader or top 5 category brand. Experience selling branded household goods, health and beauty, laundry, cleaning, baby care, or other branded general merchandise. Experience selling into UK grocery and multi-channel retail, including discounters, DIY, and e-commerce. Grocery sector experience is a prerequisite. Strong P&L management skills and a track record of sustained revenue and margin growth. Leadership credentials in developing, coaching, and inspiring high-performance sales teams. A balance of hunter and farmer skills - protecting and growing existing business while opening new accounts and channels. Pan-European or multinational matrix experience, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and geographies. Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and influencing skills at senior retail level. The Offer Base Salary: c 95000 (DOE) Bonus: Up to 25% (based on personal, UK, and European performance) Company Car: Premium brand or allowance ( 6-8k) Benefits: Private healthcare, pension (8-10% ER), life assurance, income protection, well-being programme, 32 days holiday, EV charging, and more Location: Remote with monthly HQ visits and regular customer travel Why Join? This is a high-profile opportunity to take ownership of the UK retail sales agenda for two well-loved brands with a premium market position and ambitious growth plans. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, the support of a collaborative leadership team, and the resources of a major global group. If you are a commercially sharp, innovative sales leader from a market-leading non-food household brand, ready to step into a role that blends strategic leadership with hands-on commercial delivery, we would like to hear from you. To apply in confidence, please send your CV quoting reference LX (phone number removed) to Telephone (phone number removed)

We are the fastest growing education recruitment company in the UK, and the 6th fastest growing of any sector. Impressive enough, but even more so when you consider we established over 20 years ago, in 2004. We are able to maintain that level of growth and progress because of the quality of our consultants and as we grow again in 2026 we are looking for our next intake of trainees. You will be in good company as we are a true meritocracy; every single member of our team (including all of the Directors) started with us as a trainee, with no prior recruitment experience. Unlike companies who parachute in senior staff, you will be able to relate to every single person around you knowing they have been exactly where you are. supported through a 26 week training programme, guiding you through every stage of the recruitment process. in an office of high achievers where in the last financial year over 25% of the sales team earned more than 100k. Recruitment is just relationships, and so we are looking for people with great verbal and written communication skills, and the positive attitude and personality to build rapport and meaningful business partnerships with our clients and candidates. Relationships are not built overnight, and the trainee role is a demanding one it requires resilience and persistence to carve out your market and client space in what is a highly competitive and challenging education sector. You need to be willing to learn, open to new ideas, and demonstrate the characteristic sweet spot of a precocious impatience to progress your career, allied with the patient realism to understand that nothing worth having comes easily. The rewards are not just financial it s a stimulating, vibrant sales office, and you would be part of a sociable team who understand that hard work should be celebrated and rewarded. Perks include: reward trips; recently including Las Vegas, The BRIT Awards, and Royal Ascot high performance and promotion meals at the best restaurants across Devon and Cornwall free breakfast provided each day hot desking, sitting around different people to learn from and network with arguably the best office Spotify playlist ever heard If you are a recent graduate with a 2:1 or above in any subject, or have experience in a hospitality or non-recruitment sales role, we would love to hear from you. Send us your CV with a covering letter detailing why you are considering a career in recruitment, and let s arrange a call.