Trainee Sales Advisor

Location: Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon (Saltram Meadows)

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: 20 June 2025

Salary: Competitive Salary and Package

Specific Hours: 35

Trainee Sales Advisor

Job Title: Trainee Sales Advisor
Location: Plymouth, PL9

Take your first step toward a rewarding career in new homes sales as a Trainee Sales Advisor — where your success is supported, your growth is fast-tracked, and your new possible becomes your reality.

We’ll train you, support you, and give you the tools to succeed — with the potential to be independently running your own development before you know it and develop from Trainee Sales Advisor to Sales Advisor, Field Sales Manager and onwards!

Why Become a Trainee Sales Advisor at Persimmon?

  • Sales Excellence Programme – Our industry-first, 6-month training created with the Institute of Sales Professionals (ISP)
  • Professional Accreditation – Complete the ISP Ethics Exam and gain certified membership
  • Structured Career Progression – Quickly grow from Trainee Sales Advisor to running your own development
  • Uncapped Earning Potential – Competitive salary with bonus
  • Contributory Pension & Benefits Platform
  • Supportive, inclusive culture focused on your success

What a Trainee Sales Advisor Does?

As a Trainee Sales Advisor, you’ll:

  • Welcome and engage prospective buyers on-site
  • Learn to expertly guide customers through the buying journey, from enquiry to key handover
  • Showcase the features, finishes, and lifestyle of our beautifully built homes
  • Support with admin tasks, sales tracking, and customer follow-ups
  • Work alongside experienced Sales Managers and Marketing teams to promote developments
  • Gradually take the reins, leading sales at your own development site as your skills grow

What We’re Looking For

  • A friendly, confident communicator with a drive to succeed
  • A genuine interest in homes, property, or sales
  • A proactive, customer-first mindset
  • Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (preferred)
  • Able to work Thursday–Monday (weekends are our busiest!)

A future as a successful Trainee Sales Advisor starts with one step. Join Persimmon and take control of your path — with real training, real opportunity, and your new possible waiting to be built.

Apply now to become our next Trainee Sales Advisor.

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If you have any questions about the job or application process please contact us at talentacquisition@persimmonhomes.com

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