IT Sales Apprentice

Summary

Looking for a career in sales? Have an interest in IT? Due to growth, our friendly and supportive team is looking for a keen apprentice who is eager to get a foot on the career ladder! You will join a small team in an exciting growth industry. You will become an integral part of our team with a strong future in IT sales and the ability to progress.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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There could be potential to earn commission.

Training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm. The team work from the business facility at the Village Hotel in Basingstoke in the mornings, there is an opportunity for the apprentice to work from home most afternoons which would be discussed at interview.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 28 July 2025

Duration

1 year

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Outbound Sales Development

Using industry standard tools such as Linked-in sales navigator, you will work with our marketing team to identify potential customers
You will use CRM packages to keep accurate records of contacts, leads, deals and customers and create outbound email sequences to nurture interest

Internal Sales

Working with our sales team to service existing customers, process orders and manage service renewals

Business Development

Learning technical details of our products, helping specify products for customers
Building customer relationships

Where you'll work

The Village Hotel
Basingstoke
RG21 4EQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

Your training course

IT technical salesperson (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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

Training will be hybrid, a mix of in person training at our offices, on line group learning, one to one training in the workplace and a monthly 1-1 review meeting. Functional skills Level 2 maths and English would be delivered remotely in either a group or 1-1 session.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or C)
Maths (grade 4 or C)

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Initiative
Self Starter
Reliable
Eager to work

Other requirements

This position will require someone who is confident talking to customers, both by email and on the phone. If you have just sat your exams please state predicated grades.

About this company

Cyber Distribution is a true value added distributor bringing many years of channel experience and a high level of technical expertise to bear, to help our vendors and reseller partners grow their business profitably. We have expertise in network and security solutions selling via a broad channel of Resellers and MSPs servicing SMB, Education, Hospitality and Enterprise verticals . Whether you are a network or security vendor looking to grow in the UK, or a reseller / MSP who needs products that deliver value and competitive advantage, we are a partner that will work with you to help grow our businesses together.

https://cyberdistribution.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Free Car Parking and Gym Membership

After this apprenticeship

Cyber Distribution are keen to support the ongoing training and development of an ambitous apprentice who is successful in their role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WEST BERKSHIRE TRAINING CONSORTIUM

Rachel Eaves

rachel@wbtc-uk.com

07922 426414

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000326268.

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Closes in 26 days (Sunday 13 July 2025 at 11:59pm)

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