Academic Sales Consultant

Overview

Academic Sales Consultant - ( Maternity Cover)

 

Working as part of our very successful Northern European Sales team, and reporting into our Digital Sales Manager Garry, we have an opportunity for a motivated, driven, and learning-focused Academic Sales Consultant. We are seeking an individual who will liaise with academics at Higher Education institutes daily, via face-to-face meetings, Teams/Zoom, email, and through marketing campaigns. The goal is to introduce academics to the most innovative teaching platforms that will help them deliver the most engaging units of study.

What is this about?

Looking after our targeted customers, across Ireland and Northern Ireland, whilst adopting a consultative selling approach, you will understand the key challenges faced by academics. Then, as our new Academic Sales Consultant, you will suggest the most appropriate McGraw Hill solution for their course/module/unit of study. This is a 360 sales position, so you be responsible for closing your own business and maintaining a strong and prosperous pipeline.

 

What you will be doing:

• Achieving new business and existing sales targets.
• Building and managing sales pipelines.
• Introducing, implementing, and supporting digital solutions and innovative teaching approaches.
• Building and managing customer relationships – externally (academics), and internally, (marketing, product, etc.).
• Effective and timely use of Salesforce.com, (SFDC).
• Maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

What can you bring to the role?

• A passion and hunger for success.
• A desire to help University learners and an interest in education technology.
• An understanding of the Higher Education sector would be ideal but not essential.
• Any previous experience of working with educational technology, online platforms, or SaaS solutions would be of real interest to us.
• An enthusiasm and confidence to knock on doors, make calls, and over-achieve your target!

 

Why work for us?

At McGraw-Hill, we leverage cutting-edge technology to create innovative learning solutions that support learners at all stages of their educational journey. Our state-of-the-art digital tools and platforms provide personalized, interactive experiences that enhance understanding and retention. Being part of McGraw-Hill means joining a team dedicated to shaping the future of education and making a real impact on students' lives. It's an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

 

The pay range for this position is between 37,000 to 40,000 GBP annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered.

 

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