Junior Energy Sales Apprentice
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Company: Talk UK Telecom
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Location: Bedfordshire, LU2 8DL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Business, Administration, Finance and Law
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Ref: VAC-14382
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Application Deadline Date: 19/04/2026
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Start Date: 11/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm (1 hour for lunch)
Brief Description
Talk UK is a well-established business-to-business provider of telecoms and connectivity solutions, based in Bedfordshire. As part of their continued growth, they are expanding their Energy division and are seeking a motivated outgoing Junior Energy Sales Apprentice to join their team.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you will need to have GCSE grades 9-3 (A*-D), in English and maths (or equivalent).
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - rstevens@bedford.ac.uk or 01234 291742
Personal Qualities
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- A positive attitude and a proactive approach to work
- Ambitious and eager to learn
Skills Required
- Confident speaking to new people
- Able to connect easily with people and drive conversations
- Self-motivated and resilient
- Organised and willing to take responsibility
- Highly motivated by performance and earning potential
- Able to drive and own your own vehicle
Training to be Provided
You will gain the following qualifications:
- Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship
This program covers:
- Sales fundamentals
- The sales lifecycle
- Negotiation
- Understanding your product portfolio
- Closing a sale
- Ethics and legalities
- Gathering Intelligence
- Presentation
Future Prospects
This apprenticeship provides long-term career prospects, supporting your potential progression into an Energy Business Development Executive role at Talk UK, alongside growing earning potential as you develop and perform.
Vacancy Detail
Talk UK is a values-driven provider of telecommunications and energy solutions, offering everything businesses need to stay connected and fully supported. Based in Luton, Bedfordshire, they work with organisations locally and across the UK.
This exciting apprenticeship role blends office-based outbound calling with field prospecting, including visiting local businesses, attending networking events and business shows, and introducing energy solutions to both new and existing customers. You will also be responsible for building and managing your own sales pipeline. Throughout the apprenticeship, you will work closely with a specialist energy partner who are based in Newbury Berkshire, who will provide comprehensive product and market training, alongside structured learning as part of the programme. From your very first day, you will begin developing the skills needed to generate new business and grow as a professional in sales.
In return, you will receive formal apprenticeship training leading to a recognised qualification, as well as in-depth energy market training. You will benefit from ongoing sales coaching and mentoring, with clear performance targets and structured KPIs to support your development. The role offers an apprentice salary combined with an excellent uncapped commission structure, and there is a clear pathway to progress into a permanent Business Development Executive position.
Other Information
- The employer is looking for an immediate starter, there will be flexibility on the proposed start date.
- Full driving licence with own vehicle required
- All energy training will be take place in Newbury Berkshire
- During the first week of employment, you will be required to travel to Newbury and stay there for 1 week to complete your initial energy training
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process. Only candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.