Sales and Marketing Assistant

Employer Location: Antrim

Job description

The Sales and Marketing Assistant will support the growth and development of the business through assisting with sales activities, client engagement and marketing initiatives. The role will involve supporting business development opportunities, maintaining client relationships, managing social media and online presence, assisting with proposals and quotations, and promoting the company’s health and safety and fire safety services. The successful candidate will help improve brand visibility, generate leads and support the delivery of professional customer service while working closely with management and clients across various industries. Commission is payable on confirmed work.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the growth of the business through proactive sales and marketing activities. The primary focus of the role will be generating new business opportunities by contacting prospective clients
• Researching and identifying potential clients within target industries and geographical areas.
• Making outbound telephone calls, emails, and LinkedIn connections to introduce the company's services and secure appointment
• Following up on leads generated through marketing campaigns, referrals, networking activities, and website enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate records of all sales activities, client communications, and opportunities within the company CRM system.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in a sales, telesales, business development, customer service, or marketing role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence in making outbound calls and engaging with prospective clients
• Ability to work independently from home.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, email systems, and social media platforms

Desirable Skills

• Experience in B2B sales.
• Experience creating social media content and managing business social media accounts.
• Knowledge of health and safety, training, consultancy, or professional services sectors.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous but not essential.

Further Information

The role will require a minimum commitment of 10 hours per week. Working hours and days are negotiable and can be agreed to provide flexibility for both the business and the successful candidate. A company laptop and mobile phone will be provided to support the role and day-to-day responsibilities. Any applicable training and development required for the role will be provided following the successful completion of a satisfactory probationary period. The company is committed to supporting ongoing professional development and assisting employees in developing the skills required to grow within the business. Commission is payable on secured contracts and work successfully generated by the candidate, subject to company terms and agreed commission arrangements. This is intended to reward proactive business development and support continued business growth. If interested in learning more about the position, or to apply, please send CV and cover letter to View email address on jobapplyni.com