Membership Sales Executive

As a proud BESA member we are delighted to exclusively collaborate with BESA on this exceptional opportunity for a Membership Sales Executive.

BESA, the British Educational Suppliers Association, is a prestigious trade association with a 90-year heritage, representing over 300 UK educational suppliers.

BESA offers unparalleled support, research, events, and advice, both in the UK and internationally.

This role is perfect for individuals with a background in membership/subscription and education.

Location: Shoreditch, London (Flexible working - minimum 2 days per week in office) Salary: £32,000 – 35,000 base & commission Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week, Mon-Fri) Application Deadline: 15/05/2024 Estimated Start Date: Immediate (notice periods considered) About the Role: As the Membership Sales Executive, you will play a pivotal role in driving membership growth.

Key responsibilities include: Collaborating with the Membership Manager to expand BESA's membership base.

Connecting with prospective members through meetings, calls, and events.

Supporting membership growth initiatives and communicating the membership offer.

Developing new areas of income diversification, such as new membership categories.

Managing the membership application process and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective members.

Monitoring the membership inbox and responding promptly to leads.

Developing and executing the Marketing Recruitment Plan.

Conducting regular market mapping and competitor analysis.

Leading the BESA Open Day recruitment event.

Attending UK and international events for member recruitment.

Requirements: A proactive, hands-on attitude with excellent presentation skills.

Strong experience in recruitment, B2B sales/account management in the education sector.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong computer skills and familiarity with CRM systems.

Ability to meet targets and KPIs, and willingness to travel for events.

GCSE English and Maths grade 5 (C) or above; A-level education or equivalent is a plus.

Knowledge of Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and LinkedIn sales.

What We Offer: Competitive salary with performance-related bonus.

25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Training budget and support for lifelong learning.

Wellness activities and regular social events.

Dynamic office environment in Shoreditch with flexible working arrangements.

Join BESA’s committed team and make a real difference in the education sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic individual looking to grow their career in a thriving sector.

We look forward to receiving your application!