Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme – Manchester

About the role

Join Pareto’s fast‑growing Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme in Manchester. This full‑time graduate programme offers a structured pathway into sales, giving you the chance to develop commercial expertise while working with a leading tech‑focused brand.

Key responsibilities

• Learn the full suite of Pareto’s services to confidently engage prospects.
• Respond to inbound enquiries and build lasting business relationships.
• Manage your own sales territory, visiting client sites and prospect locations.
• Negotiate, close and sign contracts with key decision‑makers.
• Serve as the central liaison between customers, sales, delivery, legal and product teams.
• Coordinate contractual changes with existing customers.

Required profile

• Exceptional communication, listening and interpersonal abilities.
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to succeed in a target‑driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, staying composed under pressure.
• Logical thinking and strong commercial acumen.
• Proven capacity to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary of £27,000 with OTE up to £37,000 in year one.
• Two weeks of dedicated soft‑skills training and digital learning.
• Inclusive, dynamic workplace with regular social events.
• Clear progression routes to senior or technical leadership roles.
• Extensive L&D opportunities and access to professional courses.