Sales Team Leader

Posted: 24/08/26
Recruiter:Screen International Group Ltd
Reference:3161808403
Type:Permanent
Industry: Sales
Salary:£35,000 Annual
Location:Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Description:

Sales Team Leader

Location : Nr Huntingdon

Salary £35K base plus 5-7k comms

Overview

My client is looking for a hands-on Sales Team Leader to support and develop a small outbound telesales team. The ideal candidate will have experience in outbound calling, strong coaching ability, and a track record of improving team performance.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys leading from the front, driving KPIs, and helping advisors grow in confidence and capability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, motivate and support a team of outbound Sales Advisors.
  • Deliver daily coaching, call feedback and performance development.
  • Drive KPIs including dials, connects, pitches, conversions and quality scores.
  • Ensure advisors follow scripts, compliance standards and objection-handling frameworks.
  • Monitor dialler activity and maintain efficient call flow throughout the day.
  • Handle escalations professionally and maintain a positive customer experience.
  • Support onboarding through buddying, mentoring and training new starters.
  • Track team performance, identify trends and implement improvement plans.
  • Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure all customer interactions are logged correctly.
  • Work closely with management to meet weekly and monthly sales targets.

Skills & Experience Required

  • Experience in outbound telesales, contact centre, or high-volume sales.
  • Previous coaching or mentoring experience (formal or informal).
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence.
  • Confident in objection handling and improving pitch quality.
  • Comfortable working with diallers, KPIs and structured sales processes.
  • Positive, resilient and able to keep the team energised during busy periods.
  • Good attention to detail, especially around CRM accuracy and compliance
  • A minimum of 3 years commercial b2b sales experience

Benefits

  • Supportive team environment with ongoing coaching and development.
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business.
  • Full training on systems, scripts and products.

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