Appointment Setter in Events (FULLY REMOTE) Remote
Job description
APPOINTMENT SETTER in EVENTS (FULLY REMOTE)
Global Insight Conferences, a market-leading conference and exhibition company, is excited to offer an ambitious, hardworking, and talented individual the chance to join their company from April 2023.
Who are we?
Global Insight Conferences is the place to work. Whilst our business conference credentials speak for themselves, we also boast the most passionate, friendly, driven team in the industry. We believe fervently in investing in people who have the life experience to innovate wherever they go and who want to work. We champion all our employees from the moment they start their careers with us, growing individuals rapidly in their fields, producing well-respected professionals with market-leading expertise.
What do we do?
Simply put? We produce high-quality, bespoke business conferences, both live and virtual, in the UK and abroad – and we do it really well. If you joined us, not only would you be joining a highly respected company in a competitive industry, you’d also be joining us at the most exciting time in our rich history. 2023 is going to be big and we want talented professionals on the journey with us!
What are we looking for?
We’re committed to develop those who are looking to grow and become industry experts, so you’ll have ample opportunity for career progression and management opportunities, if you have:
· A confident, energetic individual with previous telesales experience in a target-based B2B environment
· Excellent communicator, organised and target-driven
· A proactive approach to work with a strong commitment to goals and targets, with a positive attitude for overcoming obstacles to the completion of each task
. A strong academic record.
· UK business customer cold calling: 2 years (Preferred)
· Sourcing research appointments from a provided database via a variety of means of communication – proficient use of email and experience of social platforms such as Linkedin desired,
· You will also be required to build your own list of data and send connections – proficient use of Microsoft Excel desired
· Well organised – ability to keep track of multiple projects at once if required and communicate pressures confidently with other members of the team
· Keeping track of and scheduling calls in line with the product development teams weekly calendar - previous use of Calendly or google calendar preferred
· Proficient telecommunication skills to schedule appointments and source research leads for the product development team
· Work to relatively tight deadlines and within a fast-paced environment
· Clearly communicate progress and challenges with senior members of the team
What will you be doing?
As Appointment Setter, you will work closely with the senior product development manager to source leads and schedule research appointments with mid to senior level professionals from leading brands. The role requires confident, professional communication skills as you will be phoning, emailing, and messaging industry professionals directly, building rapport and creating an initial impression at the first stage of the product development cycle. It is a fast-paced, ever changing role in which you will experience a number of sectors and topics at once; an organised, proactive approach to the completion of deadlines is key! You will work closely with the Senior Development Manager, with the opportunity of clear career progression within the Product Development team with experience.
What’s in it for me?
· Competitive salaries and bonus schemes regularly reviewed.
· Remote work.
· Referral scheme for recruitment – know somebody who would love our company? We’ll pay you £500 for your recommendation!
· Charity and environmental initiatives – have a charity close to your heart? We’ll support them in our quarterly donations window!
· Equal, inclusive, and diverse opportunities and fair practices, including staff voice surveys, etc.
What do I do now?
Have another look at the job specification. We know lots of people want to work in events – it’s an exciting industry after all but we also want your time well spent! Do you have the credentials? Strong academic record, passion and drive? You do?! THEN APPLY NOW!
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £18,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Work Location: Remote
