Sales Representative - Immediate Start

  • Blackwater Recruitment
  • Emsworth, Hampshire
  • Aug 17, 2026
Full time Sales & Marketing

Job Description

Entry Level Sales Opportunity: Sales Associate - Portsmouth

Full-Time Immediate Start Availability

Looking for more than just another job

Whether you're starting your career or looking for a fresh challenge, our Portsmouth-based client offers full training, ongoing support and the opportunity to develop valuable sales and communication skills in a fast-paced, people-focused environment.

Please note: Full-Time Equivalent availability is required (5 full days per week between Monday and Saturday).

Our client is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Entry Level Sales Representatives, representing well-known brands through face-to-face event-based campaigns across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas.

If you enjoy meeting new people, working as part of a team and building confidence in a customer-facing role, this could be the opportunity for you.

What's needed to be successful

  • A willingness to learn and develop new skills
  • Strong English communication and interpersonal skills
  • Confidence in face-to-face interactions
  • A proactive mindset and positive attitude
  • Full-Time availability (5 full days per week)

What you can expect

Alongside full product and client training from day one, successful applicants will benefit from ongoing coaching and mentoring within a supportive environment designed to encourage both personal and professional development.

  • Monthly Sales Masterclasses with the wider South Coast organisation, offering networking and development opportunities.
  • Quarterly national conferences attended by 300-600 people, featuring guest speakers and business development sessions.
  • Mission20 performance groups focused on individual growth, accountability and team success.
  • National and international travel opportunities, including an upcoming R&R trip to Greece in September 2026.
  • Performance-based incentives, office competitions and recognition opportunities throughout the year.
  • Regular team socials, including bowling, BBQs, mini golf, team nights out and the annual Christmas Party at the Hilton Hotel.

Our client believes in recognising hard work and creating an environment where people can develop both personally and professionally. From the support available within the office to the opportunity to build valuable skills and experiences, they are committed to helping motivated individuals reach their potential. And as an added bonus, the office is also home to two friendly dachshunds!

Role Responsibilities

  • Represent a range of brands associated with the client
  • Engage confidently with customers in face-to-face sales environments
  • Attend initial training with ongoing coaching and development opportunities
  • Travel to different campaign locations and provide feedback on performance
  • Maintain a confident, professional and positive approach when representing the client

This opportunity operates on a subcontracted basis, with uncapped commission and performance incentives. Full training, coaching and ongoing support are provided, making it suitable for individuals looking to build confidence and develop within a customer-facing role.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. Previous experience in customer service, sales, retail, hospitality or other customer-facing roles may be beneficial, but no experience is required.

This role is not suitable for candidates still in education (school/College/University), or current international students. Due to availability, our client is seeking candidates that are available 5 full days per week, between Mon-Sat.

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