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Spark Solar

Self-Employed Solar Consultant

Sheffield
£65k/yr
Posted about 18 hours ago
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About the Vibe at Spark Solar

Let’s be honest—most solar sales roles promise the world but deliver bad leads, endless door-knocking, and a calendar you have to piece together yourself.

We don't operate like that.

At Spark Solar, we are actively redefining standards in the residential solar space. We don't do generic, off-the-shelf systems; we curate bespoke, high-performance setups that prioritise quality.

We are looking for high-performing, self-employed Solar Consultants across Sheffield and the surrounding areas who want to stop hunting for business and focus entirely on what they do best: building rapport, assessing needs, and closing deals.

What’s in it For You?

  • Real, Qualified Leads: Our back-office marketing team handles the heavy lifting, providing pre-booked, pre-qualified appointments with homeowners who have already expressed interest. Zero cold calling required.
  • We Manage the Logistics: You don't have to stress about planning your own routes, fighting for appointments, or getting stuck in gridlock on the M62 or the Armley Gyratory. Our dedicated team fully manages your diary, books the leads, and routes you exactly where the demand is. You just show up and close.
  • Upfront Fuel Allowance: We want you to succeed from day one. To help you find your feet while you build momentum, we provide a £200 per week fuel allowance for your first 4–6 weeks (depending on your specific area and days worked).
  • Serious Earning Potential: We offer a highly competitive, commission-only structure with a realistic OTE of £65k+. Top performers can easily leverage our premium product range to earn well beyond this.

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Your Territory

You’ll be covering prime, high-demand routes across Sheffield and the Yorkshire commuter belts—including the Sheffield, Doncaster, Wakefield, Huddersfield and Halifax areas.

Here is why this territory is built for high commissions:

  • Sheffield (S): Dense, eco-conscious suburbs packed with motivated homeowners. Expect high-volume leads and strong conversion rates.
  • Doncaster (DN): Expanding residential developments with modern, unshaded roofs perfectly suited for quick, straightforward solar installs.
  • Wakefield (WF): The ultimate commuter hub. Its central location lets you effortlessly bounce between appointments, maximizing your daily meeting count.
  • Huddersfield (HD) & Halifax (HX): Semi-rural communities eager to escape high winter energy bills. These homeowners frequently opt for premium setups with battery storage, directly driving up your average commission per sale.

If you are ready to dominate a territory where demand is skyrocketing, we want you on the Spark Solar team!

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What You’ll be Doing (The Mission)

  • The Expert in the Room: Conducting face-to-face home assessments as a technical and consultative expert.
  • Bespoke Closing: Designing and closing energy solutions tailored specifically to the unique needs of each customer.
  • Pipeline Ownership: Managing your follow-ups and taking true pride in customer satisfaction.
  • Market Mastery: Staying sharp on solar technology, battery storage, and the evolving UK energy market.

What You Need to Bring

  • At least 2 years of experience in field sales, direct sales, or high-end retail.
  • A genuine "closing mentality"—you’re highly self-motivated, goal-oriented, and hungry for success.
  • Exceptional communication skills with a knack for building rapport quickly and listening to customer needs.
  • Excellent organisational skills to handle a busy diary and travel effectively across the region.
  • Comfort using CRM tools and digital reporting.
  • A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

Ready to Build a Real Partnership?

If you're a high-performing closer who wants to grow with a rapidly scaling business that values your drive as much as you do, let’s talk.

Join us in shaping the future of energy across Yorkshire—apply today and let's start the conversation!

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Skills

Field Sales
Direct Sales
Consultative Selling
Closing
Customer Rapport Building
Home Assessments
CRM Tools
Pipeline Management
Solar Technology Knowledge
Energy Market Expertise
Time Management
Communication Skills

Location

Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

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