On-site
SaaS
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About this role
As our next Sales Associate, you’ll be on the front line of our growth. You’ll engage with trade businesses who are already interested in joining Checkatrade, build rapport fast, and turn conversations into long-term partnerships. This isn’t cold calling - it’s about converting warm leads into real impact.Forget long lists, here’s
what you’ll actually spend your time on:Responding quickly to inbound leads by phone and email.
No delays, no missed opportunities.Understanding what customers need and showing how Checkatrade can help their business grow.Explaining the value of Checkatrade clearly and handling objections with confidence.Managing the full sales cycle, from first conversation through to closing the deal.Keeping your activity and pipeline up to date in Salesforce.Sharing insights from customer conversations to help spot trends, opportunities and competitor activity.Working with internal teams to make sure new members get off to a smooth start.It’s not about ticking every box.
It’s about turning up curious, ready to crack on.
You’ll do well here if you bring:Experience in inbound sales, direct sales or account management.A track record of consistently hitting sales targets.Resilience and determination in a fast-moving sales environment.Confidence in handling objections and moving deals forward.Strong written and verbal communication that builds trust quickly.A proactive, curious mindset and interest in how markets move.Experience using Salesforce or a similar CRM tool.We believe great work deserves great rewards.
Here’s just a taste:Competitive salary + uncapped commissionEmployee Share ProgrammeHealth, well-being and learning supportGym membership, Smart Tech Scheme and Cycle SchemeBirthday/Special day leaveBuy & sell holiday scheme1 week’s paid charity leave and much more!As part of our current hybrid working model, this role requires attendance at our Moorgate office 4 days per week.How we’ll get to know each other:Screening call with one of our Talen
Tools & Tech Stack
Commission Structure
Base Salary
Not disclosed — ask in interview
Commission
Uncapped
Ramp Period
Not mentioned — clarify timeline
Selling Motion
Prospecting
Hybrid
Mix of inbound leads and outbound prospecting
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Sales Rep
Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.
Role Signals
Green Flags
No ceiling on earnings
Warm leads provided
SaaS — Interview Intel
Typical Sales Cycle
30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)
Common Buyer Objections
- "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
- "We built something in-house already"
- "We don't have budget until next quarter"
- "Our team won't adopt another tool"
Key Industry Metrics
Hot Topics to Reference
- • AI-native product disruption
- • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
- • Vertical SaaS consolidation
- • Usage-based pricing models
Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.
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