Rentokil Initial Group
Graduate Sales and Management Programme
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Graduate Sales and Management Programme
Initial – Graduate Sales and Management Programme – Indoor Sales Support
Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
Are you a graduate looking for a hands-on, dynamic role where you can shape your career, be rewarded for your efforts, and make a real impact in a global company? Join our team at our Bristol branch and embark on an exciting journey towards a successful career in a FTSE100 company.
Why Join Rentokil Initial?
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**Competitive Salary Package:
- Basic salary of £24,250 per annum.
- Expected OTE: £27,300 per annum (bonus and commission schemes available).
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Benefits:
- Career progression opportunities.
- Mobile phone, tablet, and company discount scheme.
- Flexible work arrangements: Full-time, permanent role (Monday to Friday).
- Hybrid working: 1 day per week office-based, 1 day shadowing in the field.
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Industry-Leading Training:
- Top-notch training program to become an industry expert.
- Exposure to various areas of business for your future development.
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Relocation Package (for applicants moving from more than 2 hours away):
- Up to £5,000 to help with settlement costs.
The Sales and Management Graduate Role
You will start your career as an Indoor Sales Support Consultant, responsible for generating sales opportunities for our field sales colleagues through:
- Inbound and outbound calls.
Scheme Structure
Weeks 1-6: Initial Training
- Attend World Class Sales Academy.
- Shadow operational and sales staff while servicing customers.
- Support with washroom products and hazardous/toxic waste removal.
- Training will give you comprehensive exposure to all areas of the business.
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Weeks 6-52: Broad Sales Exposure
- Continue as Indoor Sales Consultant, gaining exposure to different sales-based roles across the business:
- Build understanding of customer needs.
- Become an expert in products and services.
- Opportunity to complete Intro to Sales Development Programme.
12+ Months: Specialisation & Leadership
- Decide your role for specialisation, such as:
- Field Account Manager (sales in a specific area).
- Service Team Leader (manage field service colleagues).
- Indoor Sales/Customer Relations Team Leader (lead indoor sales team).
- Regional Account Manager (support Key Account Customers).
- Participate in local projects and complete the Leadership Development Programme.
24+ Months: Senior Progressions
- Prepare for senior positions such as:
- Sales Team Leader.
- Key Account Manager.
- Branch Manager.
- Area Central Support roles.
Requirements
- A minimum 2:2 degree (Any BSc/BA, though business, transport, logistics, supply chain, or management disciplines preferred).
- A full UK driving licence (or willingness to obtain one).
- Target-driven, ambitious and self-motivated.
- Comfortable with fieldwork (dealing with customers face-to-face).
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Passionate about people and teamwork.
Benefits
- Regular bonus and commission schemes.
- Access to a company vehicle and fuel card.
- Performance-linked salary grading.
- Private Healthcare scheme (optional).
- Company pension scheme (accessible for career growth).
- RI Rewards program:
- Exciting discounts and cashback (from 3,000+ retailers).
- Overtime opportunities (extra earnings).
- Uncapped leads commission (reward for passing sales leads).
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP):
- Free support for you, your family, and friends (24/7).
- Long service recognition:
- Additional 5 days annual leave after 5 years.
- Refer a Friend scheme – potential to earn up to £1,000 per successful referral.
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A Company Putting “People First”
Rentokil Initial (FTSE100) is one of the largest business services companies globally, operating in over 90 countries. We provide protection and enhancement of lives through:
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Our Values
We focus on the Right People, doing the Right Things, in the Right Way. We invest heavily in your training and development, ensuring you become the best version of yourself. We are always looking for talented and driven individuals to join our Rentokil Initial Family.
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