Telesales Executive
- west boldon, england, United Kingdom
- Permanent·On-site
- Full time
- £26 - £42 Per Hour
Job Description
We're looking for a driven and resilient Telesales Executive to join Whistl's sales team in Boldon. This is a fast-paced, target-driven role focused on generating high-quality appointments for the New Business team.
You'll be speaking with decision-makers, qualifying opportunities, and building a strong pipeline, all while playing a key role in driving sales growth.
If you enjoy working towards targets, thrive in a high-volume environment, and have a confident phone manner, this is a great opportunity to develop your sales career.
Plus, enjoy the opportunity to earn up to 40% of your salary in commission and Bonus.
About the Role
As a Telesales Executive, your primary focus will be lead generation, prospect qualification, and ensuring accurate database management. You will be responsible for:
Key Responsibilities
- Generate qualified appointments for the New Business team
- Identify and engage decision-makers within target organisations
- Qualify prospects and update CRM systems with accurate information
- Follow up on marketing campaigns and inbound leads
- Source and pre-qualify new leads when required
- Maintain a high-quality, up-to-date customer database
- Schedule meetings effectively, considering team availability and location
- Represent the business professionally in all interactions
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reporting
- Share market and competitor insights with the wider team
Benefits
- 23 days' annual leave
- Company Pension
- Long service rewards: both financial and leave-based.
- Health cash plan.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Critical Illness cover
- Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
- Career development opportunities.
- Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
- And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader.
Requirements
- Previous experience in telesales, lead generation, or a sales environment
- Confident communicator with strong listening and questioning skills
- Target-driven with a positive, resilient attitude
- Able to manage time effectively and work independently
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Comfortable working in a high-volume, results-focused environment
- Good working knowledge of CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Good standard of English and numeracy
- GCSEs (or equivalent) preferred
- Previous experience in postal, package, or direct marketing services is an advantage but not essential.


