Job Description

Are you a dynamic, results-driven

sales professional

passionate about

sustainability

,

energy efficiency

, and

renewable energy

? Do you want to be part of an

innovative company

leading

York's journey to Net Zero

? If so, this is your chance to make a real impact! Step into this exciting new role as a

Sales Development Specialist

and play a vital part in shaping the future of

sustainable living

.

YorEnergy

is a fast-growing

retrofit solutions provider

, helping homeowners transform their properties with

energy-efficient home improvements

.

At

YorEnergy

, York's leading one-stop shop for

energy efficient solutions

, we help homeowners improve their homes through

sustainable energy upgrades

with ease. YorEnergy was established to support

York's Net Zero commitment

by making

home energy efficiency upgrades

more accessible to homeowners.

We are looking for a motivated

Sales Development Specialist

to guide homeowners through their

journey

, offering tailored solutions that drive

energy savings

, enhance

home sustainability

, and lower

carbon footprints

.

Join our team and receive

comprehensive training

in the

retrofit and energy sector

!

For the full job pack, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/4kRNArM

This is a

fixed-term

, full-time role (

35 hours per week

) until February 2026, with potential for extension.

We believe in a work-life balance.

Hybrid working

is a way in which our people can balance their time between our

city-centre office

and home. As a minimum you'll be expected to attend the workplace

three days a week

.

What you'll be doing:

As a

Sales Development Specialist

, you will engage with homeowners via phone and email, understanding their needs and guiding them through

energy-efficient solutions:

Present

bespoke energy efficient solutions

, including

insulation, heat pumps, double glazing, ventilation systems, and solar panels

. Educate homeowners on

retrofit financing options

,

government grants

, and available

funding opportunities

, ensuring

high conversion rates

from initial inquiry to project commitment. Utilise proven

sales strategies

to convert active interest into action, achieving or exceeding

business development targets

. Maintain accurate

CRM records

, tracking

customer engagement

and ensuring seamless

retrofit project progression

. Contribute to

YorEnergy's sales strategy

, refining the

customer journey

and optimising

conversion rates

. Deliver compelling

presentations

to homeowners and internal stakeholders to promote

sustainable home upgrades

. Negotiate agreements that benefit both homeowners and YorEnergy, securing successful

retrofit project commitments

and fostering

long-term customer relationships

.

Who we're looking for:

Proven sales expertise

- Minimum 3 years' experience in

sales within a business to business (B2B) or business to consumer (B2C) role

successfully achieving sales targets.

Strong communication & negotiation skills

- Ability to engage customers, present compelling

energy efficiency benefits

, and

close deals

.

Effective presentation & pitching skills

- Experience of successfully

presenting and pitching

to potential sales leads.

Results-driven mindset

- Track record of

converting leads

into committed

home energy improvement projects

. Knowledge and experience in

retrofit / energy is not required and all training will be provided.*

If you're ready to

drive sustainability

and make a lasting impact, apply now and be part of

York's green revolution

!

The role of Sales Development Specialist is provided by Brightsparks Agency; on behalf of YorEnergy.

Brightsparks Agency will assess your suitability for the role based on the information provided in your CV and application. This includes skills, experience and location.

By applying to this role, you give consent for your CV to be processed by Brightsparks Agency for recruitment purposes only.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 11 months

Pay: Up to 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

York, YO1 9QU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Outbound calling: 3 years (required) Business development: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in York, YO1 9QU

Application deadline: 06/06/2025
Reference ID: YE Sales Specialist