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Are you a confident communicator with a curious mindset, looking to build a rewarding career in sales?

Do you enjoy working with people, learning new skills, and being part of a collaborative team ?

We're looking for a motivated Trainee Sales Executive to join our growing sales and marketing team. Youll receive full training and support to develop the skills needed for a successful career in sales, with opportunities to grow and progress within our business.

Owen James Events is a UK-based company that specializes in creating high-level, invitation-only business events, primarily for the financial services industry. Our goal is to bring together senior decision-makers and solution providers in a structured, professional environment to foster strategic conversations, build meaningful relationships, and drive business growth. We are part of Fintel Plc a leading provider of insight, support, and technology for the retail financial services sector.

About The Role

As a Trainee Sales Executive, youll play a key role in helping Owen James Events grow its client base and strengthen existing relationships. Youll work alongside experienced colleagues, attend client meetings, and gain hands-on experience with CRM tools, sales strategy, and customer engagement.

• What Youll Be Doing
• Maintaining accurate CRM data, recording client interactions, and helping with proposals
• Participating in internal sales and marketing meetings
• Supporting sales managers during external client meetings
• Reaching out to potential new clients and building professional relationships
• Responding to inbound sales enquiries via phone and email
• Managing leads and tracking progress toward sales goals
• Taking qualification calls and arranging follow-up meetings
• Making outbound calls to new and existing contacts in the financial services sector
• Helping sales and business development managers with appointment setting and admin
• Contributing ideas to improve how we work and support clients
  
  

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A proactive, organised, and reliable approach to work
• Confidence in managing conversations and handling objections constructively
• A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for learning
• Motivation to achieve goals and a positive mindset
• Professionalism and confidence in networking situations
• A genuine interest in working with people and building relationships
  
  

• No prior sales experience is required we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
• Experience in a customer-facing role (e.g. retail, hospitality, customer service) is an advantage
• An understanding of or interest in financial services is a bonus
• Minimum GCSE Maths & English (Grade 5 / C or above); a degree is beneficial but not essential
  
  

• Comprehensive training and mentoring from experienced professionals
• A supportive, inclusive team environment
• Opportunities to attend events and grow your professional network
• Career progression based on your interests and performance
• A chance to contribute to a respected and growing business
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Marketing Services

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