Careers with learndirect
Sales Consultant
Sales Consultant
About Us
We’re learndirect - the UK’s largest online learning provider. For 25 years, we’ve helped millions of learners transform their lives and careers through flexible, accessible education. From GCSEs, Degree Pathways and Access to HE Diplomas to accredited Dental Nursing and Animal Care qualifications - we’re shaping the future of digital learning.
With rapid growth underway, this is your chance to join a vibrant, target-led team that's changing the game in online education.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Sales Consultant, you'll connect with motivated learners looking to invest in themselves. You’ll:
- Handle inbound and outbound calls to warm leads (no cold calling).
- Understand each learner’s goals and match them to the right course.
- Follow a consultative sales approach and FCA-compliant script.
- Enrol students onto their course and walk them through the full learning package.
- Work toward daily KPIs in a high-performing team.
- Deliver a world-class service by phone, email, live chat, and website enquiries.
- Sales performance to be reviewed against KPIs every three months.
- Compliance scores must be exemplary, reviewed every three months.
What You’ll Get
- Uncapped commission – realistic OTE of £60,000+
- Base salary + generous bonus scheme from day one
- Incentives: spot bonuses, team prizes, Amazon vouchers, and more
- Annual holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- £50 birthday Amazon voucher
- Free course of your choice after probation
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- Company pension scheme
- Vibrant, supportive culture with social events
Working Hours
Want a couple of mornings off during the week? Prefer earning extra through weekend shifts? You’ll work full-time on a flexible rota that includes some evenings and weekends. Full availability is essential – this is a performance-driven role where high achievers thrive.
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
We keep it fast and focused:
- Initial screening call – Meet our Talent Acquisition & Trainer via MS Teams. We'll chat through your experience, attributes, and what drives you.
- Sales roleplay + values interview – Meet the Sales Management Team. Let us see your energy and approach in action.
- Offer and onboarding – If you’re the right fit, we move quickly.
A Few Final Words
We’re not just looking for staff – we’re looking for future top performers with six months' experience. If you’re ready to put in the effort, chase results, this is your chance to grow, with one of the UK’s most forward-thinking education companies.
