Telesales Executive

We're looking for a driven and resilient Telesales Executive to join Whistl's sales team in Boldon. This is a fast-paced, target-driven role focused on generating high-quality appointments for the New Business team.

You'll be speaking with decision-makers, qualifying opportunities, and building a strong pipeline, all while playing a key role in driving sales growth.

If you enjoy working towards targets, thrive in a high-volume environment, and have a confident phone manner, this is a great opportunity to develop your sales career.

Plus, enjoy the opportunity to earn up to 40% of your salary in commission and Bonus.

As a Telesales Executive, your primary focus will be lead generation, prospect qualification, and ensuring accurate database management. You will be responsible for:

• Generate qualified appointments for the New Business team
• Identify and engage decision-makers within target organisations
• Qualify prospects and update CRM systems with accurate information
• Follow up on marketing campaigns and inbound leads
• Source and pre-qualify new leads when required
• Maintain a high-quality, up-to-date customer database
• Schedule meetings effectively, considering team availability and location
• Represent the business professionally in all interactions
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly reporting
• Share market and competitor insights with the wider team

• 23 days' annual leave
• Company Pension
• Long service rewards: both financial and leave-based.
• Health cash plan.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Critical Illness cover
• Access to our prestige benefits and rewards portal.
• Career development opportunities.
• Access to a well-established Employee Assistance Programme provider.
• And other excellent benefits you'd expect from a market leader.

• Previous experience in telesales, lead generation, or a sales environment
• Confident communicator with strong listening and questioning skills
• Target-driven with a positive, resilient attitude
• Able to manage time effectively and work independently
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, results-focused environment
• Good working knowledge of CRM systems and Microsoft Office
• Good standard of English and numeracy
• GCSEs (or equivalent) preferred
• Previous experience in postal, package, or direct marketing services is an advantage but not essential.