IT Sales Apprentice (Blowfish Technology Ltd)

BLOWFISH TECHNOLOGY LTD

Lancashire, L39 2AY

Closes in 20 days (Friday 16 August at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 June 2024

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Summary

Join our team as a motivated IT Sales Apprentice, specializing in the sales of IT Services. The role has excellent career opportunities to progress rapidly. Situated in Ormskirk, this position offers the chance to contribute to a leading MSP in the NW, with a highly competitive commission-based bonus structure.

Annual wage
£18,000 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
IT technical salesperson (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 26 August

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

Positions available

1

Work

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

  • Firebrand’s sector-leading Level 3 IT Technical Salesperson Apprenticeship (L3ITTS) trains apprentices to sell their business’ technical products and services
  • Apprentices will develop approaches to maintaining good customer relations and winning new business through a thorough understanding of existing and emerging technologies
  • Firebrands course is delivered either Online (online live instructor led), or face to face in the classroom environment (your choice). Our Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Learning Mentors (LMs) and world-leading trainers prepare apprentices to work across multiple sectors

Completion of this apprenticeship will provide learners with the following world class vendor certifications in addition to the IT Technical Sales Apprenticeship:

  • Masterclass 1 - Engaging the Customer
  • Masterclass 2 - Negotiation Skills
  • Masterclass 3 – Becoming the next top seller
  • Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Key areas covered are:

  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • IT Infrastructures
  • Effective Sales Techniques (Negotiation, Objection Handling & Closing)
  • Data Security
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Management

Where you’ll work

2 Hattersley Court

Ormskirk

Lancashire

L39 2AY

Training

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.

College or training organisation

FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Communication: works both independently and as part of a team and following the organisation’s code of practice; demonstrates an ability to communicate effectively and present both in writing and orally at all levels, using a range of tools.
  • Customer Experience: demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness when dealing with colleagues, customers and clients during sales operations and whilst defining requirements with an emphasis on customer satisfaction and relationship management.
  • Data Security: operates securely in line with organisational guidance, legislation and organisational software packages and complies with security of data and can effectively record, analyse and communicate data at the appropriate level using the organisation’s standard tools and processes throughout all sales interactions.
  • Problem solving: applies structured techniques for troubleshooting, problem solving and analyses problems by selecting the appropriate tools and techniques in line with organisation guidance when dealing with sales as well as routine tasks
  • Assesses and qualifies sales leads by developing a clear understanding of clients’ business needs and advising how these might be met with appropriate products, tools and techniques.
  • Project management: works flexibly and demonstrates the ability to work under pressure independently and as part of a team to progress sales and manage their time, workflow, priorities and projects.
  • Interprets and follows: health and safety legislation to securely and professional work productively in the work environment; Data Protection Act 1998; Sales of Goods Act 1979.
  • Sales process: professionally operates all sales-related tasks to maintain integrity, brand and company image during negotiations, handling of objections and closing sales with an understanding of the markets and external competitors
  • Technical: ability to understand and explain the technical portfolio and technical systems sold within the organisation and can use the current hardware and operating systems available.
  • Database and Campaign Management: prioritises their contacts and keeps an up to date database knowing when and why to contact current consumers or prospects in line with organisational requirements.
  • Context / CPD: identifies and negotiates personal development in the context of the wider business and how their role relates to other roles in the business.
  • Logical and creative thinking skills
  • The ability to interact effectively and professionally with a range of different types of customer
  • Ability to think analytically and to solve problems
  • Ability to work independently and to take responsibility
  • Ability to work with a range of internal and external people
  • Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of situations
  • Ability to operate in a secure manner

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • 5 GCSE's including English and Maths (grade (A*-C/9-4 or equivalent))

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Organisation skills
    • Presentation skills
    • Team working
    • Enthusiasm for sales
    • Passion for excelling
    • Collaborative skills
    • Resilient
    • Persistent
    • Strong motivation

    Other requirements

    • After 16 months option of a car allowance or company car. • Highly competitive commission-based bonus structure, recognizing and rewarding your sales achievements. • Opportunities for hands-on learning, growth, and professional development. • Collaborative and innovative work culture, offering autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact. • Private Medical Care Scheme

    About this company

    Blowfish Technology Ltd is a rocket ship in the tech sector, that is going through an exciting period of growth. Founded by two brothers in 2012 it services some of the leading companies in the SME and larger corporations. Providing a full portfolio of professional services the company are experts in Managed IT Services, Cyber Protection, M365 & SharePoint, Cloud Services, IT Consultancy.

    After this apprenticeship

    • The role offers long term security and the opportunity to progress into a permanent position

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    FIREBRAND TRAINING LIMITED

    Raymond Duke

    Raymond.Duke@estio.co.uk

    0203 834 2872

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000255828.

    Apply now

    Closes in 20 days (Friday 16 August at 11:59pm)

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