Summary
Firebrand Training have an exciting new opportunity for a Business Development Apprentice with 3Gi Technology Ltd, a digital transformation and managed IT services company based in Shenfield.
- Annual wage
- £13,312 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
£13,312 - £18,000 per year + Commission
- Training course
- IT technical salesperson (level 3)
- Hours
- Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:30.
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 2 December
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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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
- Learn how to become confident with new business lead generation, where you'll be calling leads to book meetings - oh and get this! Your commission is paid for all the meetings that you've booked!
- You'll get to develop and cultivate relationships with C-Level Executives to understand technology challenges, requirements and visions
- You'll be offering prospects educational-based marketing material to create opportunities and generate meetings
- Get to grow your ongoing relationships with existing prospects; this could be via the telephone, email or face-to-face meetings Plus, you'll even get to socialise with them through lunch, pub meetings or by attending exhibitions/events
- Manage CRM data and create dashboards for sales strategy and decision-making
- You'll have full messaging capabilities across the complete marketing estate
- Research & develop on new marketing solutions/innovations.
- Gain exposure to marketing platforms, Google, AdWords, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Hootsuite and Google Analytics
- Become confident to manage and oversee the marketing campaigns & initiatives
- Get involved with social media administration and community engagement
Where you’ll work
WHITEGATE BUSINESS CENTRE
ALEXANDER LANE
SHENFIELD
BRENTWOOD
CM15 8QF
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.
More training information
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.
Firebrand’s 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:
- Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified 365 Fundamentals
- Masterclass 1 - Engaging the Customer
- Masterclass 2 - Negotiation Skills
- Masterclass 3 – Becoming the next top seller
Key areas covered are:
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- IT Infrastructures
- Effective Sales Techniques (Negotiation, Objection Handling & Closing)
- Data Security
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- 5 GCSE's including English Language 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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Time management skills
- Reliable
About this company
3Gi is a digital transformation and managed IT services company that helps businesses optimize their technology infrastructure, manage cloud solutions, and improve workforce efficiency. They offer services such as cloud management (AWS, Azure), cybersecurity, governance, DevOps, and AI-based solutions like robotic process automation and data analytics. By focusing on enhancing digital strategies, they assist businesses in managing risks, reducing costs, and aligning tech with business objectives.
Company benefits
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- Uncapped commission.
- Pool table, dart board and arcade driving game machine in the office.
- Free breakfast, cold drinks and beers in the fridge for after work.
- Work hard to play hard ethos and unique incentive scheme.
After this apprenticeship
The role offers a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship depending on performance.
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 VAC1000284861.
Apply now
Closes in 5 days (Monday 25 November at 11:59pm)
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