Sales Administrative Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and organised Sales Administrative Assistant to join our UK sales team. Working closely with the Head of Sales, you will support the delivery of the UK business plan through administration, customer research, CRM management and day‑to‑day sales support.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update the company’s CRM database, ensuring accurate customer and contact information.
• Research prospective customers, add relevant data to the CRM and use LinkedIn and other tools for lead generation.
• Keep digital sales records and client files organised.
• Coordinate diaries, schedule meetings and events for the sales team.
• Answer telephone enquiries and provide office support when the sales team is away.
• Attend client meetings alongside the sales team, providing administrative and commercial assistance.
• Produce reports and sales data for the Head of Sales.
• Liaise with the logistics team to coordinate stock availability and customer deliveries.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in sales support, business development, account management or commercial administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational ability with capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and external clients.
• Proactive, self‑motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• HubSpot (CRM) – experience advantageous
• LinkedIn Sales Navigator or similar prospecting tools