Business Growth Apprentice

Apex Radio Systems
You will initially be responsible for account management by nurturing existing relationships and discussing new opportunities and technologies that they may wish to consider. Once trained, the role will then progress to include both account management and new business development.
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Apprenticeship Summary

Annual Wage
£15,000
Working Week
Monday to Friday, between 9am – 5pm. 37.5 hours a week hours a week Total hours per week: 37.5 hours a week
Expected Duration
18 Months
Possible Start Date
05/12/2024
Apprenticeship Level
Sales executive Equal to Level 4 (Higher national certificate)
What will the apprentice be doing?
  • As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

    What you’ll do at work

    • Calling businesses to discuss their radio communication needs.
    • Managing the sales cycle from initial call through to closing the sale.
    • Pursuing quotations and opportunities.
    • Ongoing account management of Key Accounts.
    • Researching and identifying potential new clients and building a database of leads and contacts.
    • Booking demos and appointments for site visits.
    • Account management.
    • Answering incoming sales calls as needed.
    • Logging all sales jobs and appointments on the company database.
    • Updating of opportunities and quotations log.
    • Assistance with follow-up from marketing campaigns.
    • Promotion of Apex on third party portals – I.E LinkedIn, supplier purchasing portals.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

  • A fully work-based programme undertaking Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship Standard qualification over 18 months.
  • You will receive support from your employer mentor throughout as well as your training provider who will come out on-site to deliver your apprenticeship qualification.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
• Full time role potentially available upon completion of apprenticeship as well as the opportunity to progress in various departments where the individual see’s themselves fit and enjoy working

Requirements and Prospects

Desired Skills and Personal Qualities
• Administrative skills • Attention to detail • Communication skills • Customer care skills • Organisation skills • Team working
Qualifications
• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential • GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
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About The Employer

Apex was established in 1990 in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 2015 we opened offices in Cardiff to cater for ever-expanding business needs in Wales and the South of England. In 2018 we opened an office in Teesside to deal with expanding business in the area. Apex provides Two Way Radio communications solutions across the whole business spectrum, and in the fast-moving world of today’s business, Two Way Radio communications play a crucial role in the safety and welfare of people. Safety is essential to us at Apex, and our clients depend on us to deliver reliable communications every time. Because of our commitment and care to our customers, Apex is dedicated to providing technical support, rapid response repairs and top quality service which is accredited by our European ISO 9001:2008 quality standard.
Address
• 11 Keel Row • The Watermark • Gateshead, • NE11 9SZ
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