Average Sales Administrator salary in Guildford

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Sales Administrator to join a small but successful company in Woking. You will be responsible for responding to customer enquiries and processing orders and will have full responsibility for the order process from start to finish. Please not this is a fully office based role working a 35 hour week, 8am - 4pm Monday to Friday. Duties include: Handling customer enquiries within agreed time framesProviding pricing information, delivery estimates, technical specifications and other product detailsPreparing quotations accurately and promptlyProcessing ordersEnsuring timely delivery of goods, managing any issues that ariseMaintaining strong working relationships with key clientsLiaising with customers, delivery partners, distributors, sales people and engineers to ensure an efficient service Prior experience of order processing is essential as are good Excel skills. For more information apply now!

Our client is expanding their Sales Support team to prepare for an exciting and busy year ahead. This role presents an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to step into the financial services industry, as well as experienced professionals seeking a dynamic and supportive environment with room for progression. They take pride in fostering professional growth, with many of their previous Sales Support team members advancing within the company. The Role As a Sales Support Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of their Sales & Marketing functions. You will be responsible for supporting new business applications, maintaining key records, liaising with various internal teams, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This is a varied and fast-paced role, ideal for someone with excellent organisational skills and a proactive mindset. Company Benefits: Company pensionPrivate healthcareStaff eventsFlexitimeSick pay and support for industry-recognised qualifications. Key Responsibilities: Reviewing and coordinating new business applications and submitting them to the administration teams.Liaising with Business Development and Technical teams to ensure accurate record-keeping.Scanning and referencing all correspondence for easy retrieval.Handling telephone inquiries from introducers, Business Development team members, and other stakeholders.Managing and monitoring a central email mailbox.Sending out application paperwork and following up on outstanding actions.Updating and maintaining database records efficiently.Organising online access for clients and advisers.Assisting in planning and coordinating seminars and events, including invitations, venue booking, logistics, and post-event feedback.Creating engaging PowerPoint presentations to support business needs.Completing due diligence reports and surveys.Maintaining the compliance register and ensuring all necessary compliance reviews are obtained.Logging invoices and keeping track of the department's budget.Providing administrative support to the Sales & Marketing Director as required. Experience and Skills Requirements For entry-level candidates: Minimum of 6 months experience in an office-based role with a strong willingness to learn and develop in the financial sector.For experienced candidates: Proven experience in a similar administrative or sales support role, ideally within financial services.Strong ability to multi-task and manage a busy workload efficiently.Excellent numeracy skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).A professional and articulate manner with the ability to communicate confidently with high-net-worth individuals and senior staff.A collaborative team player with exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.A proactive and self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to use initiative. Why Join Us? A structured training and development programme tailored to your career goals.Strong opportunities for internal promotion and career advancement.A supportive team environment that values both new talent and experienced professionals.Exposure to a fast-paced and evolving industry with comprehensive training and mentoring.Willingness to study towards and pass a general financial services qualification. If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.

As our client prepares for an exciting and busy year ahead, they are expanding their Sales Support team and are on the lookout for an organised administrator with excellent attention to detail This role offers excellent training, with ample opportunities for career advancement. Based in GodalmingUp to £32,000 salary (DOE)100% office basedMonday - Friday, 37.5 hours per weekFlexitime (core hours 10am - 2pm) Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays (3 reserved for Christmas)Study supportFree car parking5% Pension contributionPrivate health care scheme4x salary death benefit Job Description: Offer general administrative support to the Sales Team with various tasks.Help manage the client review process by preparing simple spreadsheets and basic reports.Assist with drafting letters and reports as needed.Help process new business applications, ensuring forms are correctly filled out.Update and maintain the client database regularly.Provide assistance with basic research tasks. Person Specification: Friendly and professional phone manner.Clear and confident communicator.An interest in financial services would be an advantage.Effective at managing and prioritising tasks.Strong focus on accuracy and precision.Resourceful, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Refer a friend and earn £100! If you have a friend who is also searching for a new opportunity in the local area, recommend Optima and if we place them (providing they complete their 3-month probation period), you will receive a £100 retail voucher of your choice! Please note that if you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted. By applying for this vacancy, you accept Optima Recruitment Limited’s Privacy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore gives us consent to contact you. Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.