ARE YOU A CONFIDENT COMMUNICATOR WITH A CURIOUS MINDSET, LOOKING TO BUILD A REWARDING CAREER IN SALES?

Do you enjoy working with people, learning new skills, and being part of a collaborative team?
We’re looking for a motivated Trainee Sales Executive to join our growing sales and marketing team. You’ll receive full training and support to develop the skills needed for a successful career in sales, with opportunities to grow and progress within our business.
Owen James Events is a UK-based company that specializes in creating high-level, invitation-only business events, primarily for the financial services industry. Our goal is to bring together senior decision-makers and solution providers in a structured, professional environment to foster strategic conversations, build meaningful relationships, and drive business growth. We are part of Fintel Plc – a leading provider of insight, support, and technology for the retail financial services sector.
About the Role
As a Trainee Sales Executive, you’ll play a key role in helping Owen James Events grow its client base and strengthen existing relationships. You’ll work alongside experienced colleagues, attend client meetings, and gain hands-on experience with CRM tools, sales strategy, and customer engagement.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• No prior sales experience is required – we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
• Experience in a customer-facing role (e.g. retail, hospitality, customer service) is an advantage
• An understanding of or interest in financial services is a bonus
• Minimum GCSE Maths & English (Grade 5 / C or above); a degree is beneficial but not essential

GOOD TO KNOW

Hybrid working policy: 3 days a week in the office to work with colleagues and collaborate. Offices located in Fleet Street, London and Godalming, Surrey.
Right to Work: you must hold the long-term right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship as we’re unable to provide Skilled Worker sponsorship.

• Maintaining accurate CRM data, recording client interactions, and helping with proposals
• Participating in internal sales and marketing meetings
• Supporting sales managers during external client meetings
• Reaching out to potential new clients and building professional relationships
• Responding to inbound sales enquiries via phone and email
• Managing leads and tracking progress toward sales goals
• Taking qualification calls and arranging follow-up meetings
• Making outbound calls to new and existing contacts in the financial services sector
• Helping sales and business development managers with appointment setting and admin
• Contributing ideas to improve how we work and support clients