Description
What is the role?
Our clients typically operate within the Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications departments. You'll work directly with decision-makers, in all industries, consulting on their media solutions. Meltwater isn’t a service that is used by just one industry, so you will get exposure to companies and organizations of all shapes and sizes, helping you expand your business acumen all the time. You will be responsible for the entire outbound sales process, from prospecting to product demonstrations to bringing clients on board yourself – getting all of the credit for your hard work!
You will:
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Work in a team environment to drive Meltwater's revenue growth through outbound consultative sales within the UK and Irish portfolios.
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Consult with companies on how they use news and social media data to inform strategy and decision-making.
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Work towards a monthly sales revenue target, with the ability to earn unlimited commissions.
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Liaise closely with a mentor to ensure you are continuously developing your sales and leadership skills.
In addition:
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You will see a rapid career progression!
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Successful consultants who have delivered excellent sales and leadership results will assume responsibility for a team of their own as a Sales Manager.
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Meltwater then offers its top managers the opportunity to run a business unit as a Managing Director. This opportunity can take place anywhere in the world, giving the Director the chance to move internationally depending on their experience and preference.
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If people management isn't your long-term goal, then Meltwater also offers its top sellers the chance to move into an Account Executive role, before the opportunity to move into a Global Enterprise role.
What You'll Bring:
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University degree (any discipline), 2:1 or above
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Strong executive presence with excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Team player mentality with the ability to work independently toward lofty goals
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Well-rounded with varied interests, background and proven leadership experience
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Coachable, self-motivated, curious and resilient
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Excellent organizational skills including prioritization, scheduling, and time management
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At the time of starting their employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK
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Preferred but not essential 1 year of work experience and/ or outstanding extracurricular activities and achievements
What’s in it for you?
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Thorough training and continual coaching and development
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Ability to develop valuable skills such as critical thinking, communication, negotiation, business acumen… The list goes on!
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Opportunity for rapid career progression - we only promote from within
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Opportunity to transfer your career internationally
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Great Pension Scheme
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Cashback health plan
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Employee equity program
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23 days of Holiday per year (plus bank holidays)
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Your birthday off!
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Calm membership
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Collaborative, transparent, and fun office culture; our famous Friday drinks, closing day festivities, summer and winter parties, and lots more!!
Recruitment Process:
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Screening Calls - 21st August - 1st September (Phone Call)
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Meet Meltwater - 4th September PM (In the office)
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Group Interviews - 6th September AM (In the office)
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Final Interviews - 6th September PM (In the office)
Start Date: 19th September
Salary: £31,680 + bonus and uncapped commission
Hybrid Working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home