Sales Adviser

Join FFT as a Sales Adviser
Transforming data, inspiring learning, improving schools
Location:
Hybrid (Cowbridge, South Wales)

Contract Type:
Full-time (34 hours per week)

Salary:
£24,000 p.a. Full-Time Equivalent, plus £20,000 OTE commission and a generous benefits package

Dont wait too long to apply
Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 15th December 2025

Unfortunately we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
Who We Are
At FFT, we turn great ideas into great products which enable pupils to achieve their full potential and schools to improve. Were a not-for-profit organisation, founded in 2001 as part of the Fischer Family Trust, on a mission to provide expert data and literacy tools to schools worldwide.

Our tools are used by educators from nursery to secondary level, both in the UK and around the world. And we're not standing still - weve expanded into literacy programmes, launched new products, and reached new international markets. Its an exciting time to join us

What You'll Be Doing
You will play a key role in expanding our reach across schools in the UK and to British Schools globally. Youll be identifying new opportunities, nurturing leads, and turning interest into long-term partnerships. Your work will directly support schools in using data-driven insights to improve outcomes for pupils via the acquisition of school aspire subscriptions or other products.

Who We're Looking For
Were looking for an approachable, driven Sales Adviser who loves building relationships and enjoys making a real impact. Youll be connecting schools with FFTs flagship products tools that help pupils thrive. If youre passionate about education and enjoy engaging with people, this could be the perfect role for you

Youll Need To

• Have the ability and knowledge to manage the full sales cycle (lead generation through to closing contracts).
• Have strong communication and presentation skills for delivering online demos and engaging school leaders.
• Be comfortable with outbound activity (calls, emails, LinkedIn outreach)
• Have the ability to maintain accurate CRM records and report on pipeline progress.
• Be self-motivated and target-driven with good time management.

Its a Bonus If You Also Have

• Knowledge of the UK education sector, school performance trends, and policy.
• Experience delivering webinars or online demos.
• Familiarity with FFT services.
• The ability to collaborate effectively within a sales team.
• Experience selling to schools or multi-academy trusts.
• An existing network of contacts in the education sector.
• Experience in using LinkedIn for professional outreach and lead generation.
• Previous success in subscription-based or SaaS sales.

If this sounds like you, then you could be our next Sales Adviser

What You'll Get
Salary:
£24,000 p.a. Full-Time Equivalent, plus £20,000 OTE commission and a generous benefits package

Hours:
Full-time, 34 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with one shorter working day per week)

Location:
Hybrid Cowbridge (South Wales) HQ - office attendance required at least 2 days per week.
You may occasionally be required to travel to alternative locations for events, such as conferences, with reasonable prior notice. Expenses for travelling on these occasions may be claimed back.
We cannot accept applications for working remotely outside of the UK.

Perks & Benefits

• 38 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays + Christmas shutdown, increasing with length of service)
• 4.5-day full-time working week
• 9% employer pension contributions
• Private Healthcare + 24/7 Virtual GP access
• Birthday Leave
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Vehicle Leasing
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Regular team socials
• Lunch & Learn sessions (yes, theres free pizza)
• Training & professional development budget
• Dog-friendly office spaces
• Free fruit, coffee, and snacks
• Free parking near the office (Cowbridge only)

Next steps
Well review your application and provide a response within 2 weeks of receipt. We will let you know even if it isn't the decision you were hoping for as it's never nice to be kept waiting, either way.

You may receive a screening call from our recruitment team if we have any questions. If we invite you to meet with us for interview, will receive an email asking you to book your time and outlining who youll be meeting and when, anything youll need to prepare in advance and any resources we think will help with your preparation.

Ready to Apply?
Click Apply at the top of the page and upload your:

• CV
• Cover Letter (max 1 A4 page) telling us how your skills and experience make you a great fit

Successful applicants will need to complete a DBS application (paid for by FFT)

Know someone whod love this role?
If you're a current FFT employee, you can refer a friend or family member, if they are offered a role with FFT, we will say thank you with a bonus up to £250 Ensure the applicant selects Refer a friend scheme and notes your FFT Employee ID when they apply.

Strictly no recruitment agencies to contact us in regards to this role as we have a PSL in place and do not wish to speak to any further agencies at this time.
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