Sales Executive

Company Description

We're IPSE, the UK's only not‑for‑profit association dedicated to representing and supporting the self‑employed. For over 25 years, we have placed value before profit, offering a unique blend of resources, benefits, advocacy, and a community‑led approach. We lead with expertise, campaign with authority, and celebrate success – making a genuine difference to the lives of the self‑employed. Our goal is to be an extension of our members' businesses, always accessible and ready to assist in solving problems and mastering skills.

IPSE, the UK’s only not‑for‑profit membership organisation representing the self‑employed, is seeking an ambitious Sales Executive to help drive membership growth by building a pipeline of prospective members, developing relationships and closing sales.

• Hunt and convert self‑employed people into membership.
• Seek new prospects and build your own pipeline.
• Achieve growth targets set by Director of Membership.
• Follow up on leads from marketing campaigns to convert prospects into membership.
• Accurately promote the benefits of membership ensuring the value proposition is clear and appealing.
• Record all activity and data within the CRM system (Microsoft Dynamics).
• Collaborate with internal teams and key stakeholders to identify brand awareness opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of sales strategies to drive sustainable membership growth.
• Attend events (some travel around the UK may be required for this).

You’ll bring the right skill set and experience.

• Proven experience in business development.
• Proven ability achieving targets and closing sales.
• Effective communicator both verbally and written.
• Pro‑active approach and uses own initiative.
• Numbers‑driven and self‑motivated.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when inputting data.
• Based in the UK and with the right to work in the UK.

You’ll be part of a small but impactful team that is committed to championing the self‑employed across the UK.

Here are some of the great benefits employees get:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• Office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Birthday off.
• Volunteer days (x2).
• 5% Employer pension contribution.
• Health & wellbeing support.
• Discounts with IPSE’s rewards platform.
• Training budget.
Staff events.