sales manager Remote
Job description
Job Title: Sales Manager (Term-Time / Remote)
About the company:
Virtuoso is a trailblazer in music education, intertwining contemporary curriculum, industry, and community to empower the next generation of musicians and creators. Our platform, enriched by the guidance of world-class artists like Fraser T Smith, Sherelle, and Skream, is designed to reflect the vibrant diversity of today's pop culture. Drawing on seven years of comprehensive research and the backing of University College London, we're dedicated to shattering industry and educational barriers for young people across the globe. With Virtuoso, you're not just joining a company; you're joining a movement that's reshaping music education for the next generation.
Job Summary:
Are you a music enthusiast with an instinct for sales and commercial success? Do you dream of the opportunity to balance your professional commitments with family ones? If so, we have the perfect role for you. We are seeking a Sales Manager who will champion Virtuoso, a platform that provides cutting-edge electronic music courses on music production, DJing, and songwriting to schools. This term-time role offers the unique advantage of aligning your work schedule with the school term, freeing up your school holidays to spend quality time with family or focus on personal interests.
Responsibilities:
Refine and execute sales strategies that drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets.
Cultivate and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers at schools to secure new business.
Deliver engaging product demonstrations and presentations to potential customers.
Manage the sales pipeline, including prospecting, qualifying, and closing new business opportunities.
Oversee the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring they receive the support and training they need to utilise our platform effectively.
Provide ongoing customer support and resolve any issues or concerns swiftly.
Collaborate with internal teams and key stakeholders to ensure our platform meets the needs of schools and their students.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments to keep our platform competitive and relevant.
Qualifications:
5+ years of experience in sales or account management, ideally within the education industry.
Good understanding of music theory and music/arts education.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in simple terms.
Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
Ability to build strong relationships and establish credibility.
Experience with Ableton Live would be a plus.
Job Preferences:
Manchester-based candidates are preferred but not essential.
Prior experience as a music teacher would be advantageous.
Job sharing opportunities may be available.
We offer a competitive salary package, with a base salary of £30k (prorata) and a commission structure allowing up to £120k OTE within the next 24 months . If you're a motivated individual who enjoys the challenge of sales and the rhythm of the school term, this could be your ideal role.
Virtuoso is B-Corp that proudly celebrates difference, and we invite everybody to apply for our roles. We believe that a truly diverse and inclusive workforce promotes creativity and inspires us toward our common purpose of creating positive social change and remixing music education for the world. Our people are positive and passionate, brought together by a love for music. If that sounds like a place you want to be a part of we would love to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 30 per week
Salary: Up to £120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Direct sales: 5 years (preferred)
- Customer service: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
Expected start date: 20/06/2023
