Sales development lead

Belmont Recruitment are recruiting for a Sales Development Lead to work with Oxfordshire Council. This is a 6 month contract with the view to extend. Responsibilities: * Promoting the Multiply Maths programme highlighting it is lsquo;free rsquo; to the user (it is a government funded scheme), whilst proactively seeking new training opportunities for the programme using telephone, email and social media platforms to connect with Oxfordshire businesses, community groups and the general public. * Establish active communication and engagement with prospects to create new leads and training opportunities. * Ensure a self-starter attitude while creating outreach strategies for new lead generation methods. * Anticipate needs by studying services and conducting market research to identify new leads. * Have strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills and gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Multiply programme. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills with the ability to work under pressure. * Build open and honest relationships with prospective applicants. * Report to the Multiply Project Lead with weekly updates and progress. * Attend product training and develop an understanding of OCC rsquo;s communication channels. * Monitor and attend meetings with prospects while handling the introductions and follow-up with next steps to attend the courses. * Be the first point of contact for new business prospects and determine the next steps for each prospect moving forward. * Collaborate with Project Lead and others delivering the Multiply programme to bring innovative lead generation ideas to each weekly meeting. Location: Oxford, OX1 1ND Hourly rate is negotiable depending on experience. If this position is of interest, please get in touch with Jake Singh at Belmont Recruitment or apply now! If you are looking for a position in a different sector, do not hesitate to get in touch as we have many other opportunities available across England. If you know someone that would be interested in this role, please pass on this advert to receive a generous referral fee, if the candidate is successful