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Graduate Design Consultant Kitchen Renovation Location: Nationwide Opportunities Across the UK Salary: £24,000 £26,000 Basic (London Weighting Available) + Uncapped Commission Realistic First Year Earnings: £35,000 £45,000 OTE Contract: Full Time Permanent Launch Your Career with an Industry-Leading Graduate Programme Our client is looking for ambitious, customer-focused graduates to join their growing team as Graduate Design Consultants . If you're looking for a career where no two days are the same, enjoy meeting people, and want to develop valuable commercial skills while earning an excellent income, this could be the perfect opportunity. You'll receive extensive training through a structured Graduate Business Academy, equipping you with everything you need to succeed in design, sales and customer consultancy. No previous kitchen design or sales experience is required just enthusiasm, confidence and a willingness to learn. The Role As a Graduate Design Consultant, you'll visit customers in their homes to discuss their kitchen renovation plans and recommend tailored solutions that meet their style, budget and lifestyle requirements. Every appointment is arranged in advance by the business, allowing you to focus entirely on building relationships, understanding customer needs and delivering an exceptional experience. There is no cold calling or door-to-door sales involved. You'll become a trusted advisor, helping homeowners transform one of the most important rooms in their home while building a rewarding career with excellent progression opportunities. Key Responsibilities - Conducting pre-booked in-home design consultations with customers - Understanding customers' renovation goals and recommending suitable kitchen improvement solutions - Producing straightforward kitchen design proposals using training provided (previous CAD experience is not required) - Presenting products, explaining pricing and demonstrating value with confidence and professionalism - Managing your own sales pipeline and maintaining regular customer communication - Achieving monthly sales objectives through a consultative and customer-focused approach - Representing our client professionally at every stage of the customer journey - Keeping customer records up to date using the company's CRM system. - Building your personal profile through social media activity to support your territory - Working alongside installation teams to ensure projects are delivered smoothly from sale through to completion About You We're looking for graduates who are motivated, personable and eager to build a successful long-term career. You'll ideally have: - A recent degree in any discipline, although design, business or management-related subjects would be advantageous - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a confidence when meeting and engaging with customers - Strong listening skills and the ability to build trust quickly, along with a proactive, ambitious attitude with a genuine desire to learn - Resilience, positivity and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment - A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (business mileage reimbursed), and a flexibility to travel within your designated territory Previous sales experience isn't necessary full training and ongoing support will be provided. Graduate Business Academy Our client's comprehensive Graduate Business Academy provides structured learning and mentoring throughout your first year, covering areas including: - Consultative sales techniques - Customer psychology and buying behaviour, alongside objection handling and negotiation - Kitchen design principles - Territory planning and business development - Personal branding and professional communication, with digital marketing fundamentals - Advertising and public relations - Commercial and business management - Leadership and people management - Project management You'll also receive ongoing one-to-one coaching from experienced managers who are committed to helping you develop your skills and progress your career. Career Progression This role offers a clearly defined development pathway, with opportunities to progress into positions such as: Senior Design Consultant, Team Leader, Sales Manager, Marketing, Business Development, Leadership and Management Career progression is based on performance, development and ambition rather than length of service. What's on Offer? - £24,000 £26,000 basic salary (plus London Weighting where applicable) plus uncapped commission leading to realistic first-year earnings of £35,000 £45,000 OTE - Structured Graduate Business Academy with professional mentoring - High-quality, pre-qualified customer appointments. No cold calling or canvassing - Company pension - Business expenses covered in line with company policy, mileage reimbursed at HMRC approved rate, and all equipment, product samples and technology provided - Ongoing coaching, development and career progression, within a supportive, collaborative and people-focused culture Why Choose This Opportunity? This is more than just a graduate role it's the chance to develop commercial, design and leadership skills while building a rewarding career within a growing home improvement business. From your first day, you'll gain real customer-facing experience, receive industry-leading training and have the opportunity to earn significantly above the average graduate salary through uncapped commission. If you're ambitious, driven and ready to invest in your future, we'd love to hear from you. Simon Acres Recruitment are the employment agency acting in relation to this vacancy.

Telesales Manager Location: Birmingham Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £42,500 Basic Salary £50,000 OTE Our client, a well-established and highly successful business within the home improvement sector, is looking to appoint an experienced Telesales Manager to lead and develop their Birmingham-based telesales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales leader who enjoys coaching people, driving performance and creating a positive, results-focused culture. You'll be responsible for managing a team dedicated to converting high-quality enquiries into appointments for a nationwide field sales team, while continuously improving processes, quality and overall performance. Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you'll have genuine influence over the direction of the department and play a key role in supporting the company's continued growth. The Role As Telesales Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of a team of six telesales executives, ensuring they consistently deliver outstanding customer interactions while achieving ambitious appointment and conversion targets. You'll be responsible for developing your team, monitoring performance, introducing new initiatives and ensuring every opportunity is handled professionally and effectively. Key Responsibilities - Lead, coach and motivate a team of telesales professionals to achieve and exceed agreed KPIs and business objectives. - Create a high-performance culture through regular coaching, mentoring and performance management. - Recruit, induct and develop new team members while supporting the ongoing development of existing colleagues. - Introduce new ideas and initiatives to improve conversion rates, productivity and customer engagement. - Monitor team performance through reporting, call quality reviews and KPI analysis. - Ensure appointments generated for the nationwide design consultants are thoroughly qualified and meet agreed quality standards. - Effectively manage workloads, staffing levels and daily priorities to maximise team performance. - Work closely with senior management to identify opportunities for operational improvements and business growth. - Maintain exceptional customer service standards across every customer interaction. About You We're looking for an enthusiastic and commercially minded leader who enjoys getting the very best from people and has a passion for delivering measurable results. You'll ideally have: - At least three years' experience working within a telesales environment. - A minimum of five years' experience managing and developing successful sales teams. - A proven history of achieving and exceeding sales targets and performance objectives. - Strong coaching, mentoring and leadership skills. - Experience implementing performance improvement strategies and driving operational efficiencies. - The ability to perform effectively within a fast-moving sales environment. - Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks. - Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. - Experience using CRM systems, with Salesforce knowledge being advantageous. Personal Qualities The successful candidate will be: - Commercially focused with a strong results-driven mindset. - A confident leader who motivates, supports and inspires others. - Proactive, ambitious and always looking for ways to improve performance. - Analytical, with the ability to interpret data and make informed business decisions. - Professional, approachable and committed to delivering an outstanding customer experience. What's on Offer? - £42,500 basic salary with an On-Target Earnings package of £50,000 - Quarterly performance-related bonus - Monday to Friday working pattern (37 hours per week) - Free on-site parking - Ongoing training and professional development - A supportive and collaborative working environment - The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing and successful business If you're an experienced telesales leader looking for a role where you can influence performance, develop a successful team and contribute to the continued growth of a well-established organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for this vacancy.

Trade Counter Assistant Simon Acres Recruitment are seeking a Trade Counter Assistant for a highly successful independent supplier of construction products based in the Surrey area, renowned for their extensive product range and exceptional customer service. The Trade Counter Assistant role is ideal for an outgoing and personable candidate who has the confidence to take customer orders and provide key product information to our client's customers. Salary: Circa £33,000 Per Annum Hours: Monday Friday, Every other Saturday (Half day) Trade Counter Assistant's Key Responsibilities; - Deliver outstanding customer service and build strong relationships with trade customers - Process orders efficiently and offer tailored product advice - Occasionally assist with warehouse and yard duties, including picking and packing customer orders - Work collaboratively with the team to meet sales targets and maintain branch standards What You ll Need; - Experience: A background in the construction industry is advantageous, particularly with product and sales knowledge - Customer Focus: Exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with customers - Team Spirit: A dynamic, motivated, and proactive approach to work - Flexibility: Willingness to assist across multiple areas of the branch as needed What s on Offer; - A competitive salary package reflective of your skills and experience - Opportunities for career development and training within a well-established company - A supportive and collaborative working environment If you re passionate about delivering excellent customer service and looking for a role where you can grow and make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Simon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency for the Trade Counter Assistant vacancy.

Location: Derbyshire Salary: Around 40,000 (DOE & Negotiable) Employment Type: Multi skilled Subcontractor About the Client Simon Acres Group LTD are representing a well established, High-end bathroom showroom looking for 4 bathroom fitters to join their team. Job Description: We are looking for a highly skilled and versatile Bathroom Fitter to join their team. We specialise in high-end, bespoke bathroom renovations, and their clients expect nothing short of perfection. If you take immense pride in your craft, possess an eye for detail, and can manage a project from first-fix to the final polished tile, we want to hear from you. The Role As a lead fitter, you will be responsible for transforming empty spaces into luxury bathrooms and wetrooms. This is a hands-on, multi-trade role requiring a broad skillset. You won't just be fitting suites; you will be executing high-spec designs where millimeter-precision matters. Key Responsibilities & Skills Required - Plumbing (First & Second Fix): - Tiling - Wetroom Installation - Plastering - Joinery - Project Care - Kitchen fitting experience would be an advantage About You - Experience: Proven track record in high-end residential bathroom fitting (portfolio of previous work is highly desirable). - Quality Standard: A "snag-free" mindset. You treat every project as if it were your own home. - Problem Solver: Able to read design drawings, anticipate structural/plumbing challenges, and find elegant solutions on-site. - Tools: Must own a full set of professional hand and power tools. - Driving License: Full, clean UK driving license is required. What We Offer Salary:Around 40,000 (DOE & Negotiable) Holiday: 20 days holiday per year. Company Vehicle: fully insured company van/fuel card provided after 3 months Consistent Work: Steady stream of premium, local projects with no dry spells. How to Apply To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering note to (url removed) or contact Ashley on (phone number removed). Simon Acres Group LTD are acting as the employment agency for this position.