Sales Specialist - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyThis is a 6-month contract opportunity with a major UK-based organisation undergoing a nationwide digital transformation. The company supports a wide range of public and corporate sector clients and is currently leading efforts to phase out legacy telephony infrastructure. You'll be joining a forward-thinking team focused on delivering strategic migration solutions and driving innovation across enterprise communications. This is a full-time contract role, running until January 2026, with flexibility to be based in London, Manchester, or Birmingham.

Your new roleThis is a contract opportunity within a large-scale enterprise environment, supporting clients across the public and private sectors. The role centres on helping organisations transition away from legacy telephony services, such as PSTN and ISDN, towards modern, digital alternatives like fibre and cloud-based solutions.You'll be responsible for engaging a defined customer base, assessing current infrastructure, and developing tailored migration plans. The position involves pipeline management, solution selling, and post-sale collaboration to ensure successful delivery. You'll work closely with internal account teams and product specialists, contributing to strategic initiatives and staying informed on industry developments.

What you'll need to succeed

• To be successful in this role, you'll need:
• Proven experience in B2B solution sales, ideally within telecoms, IT services, or infrastructure.
• Familiarity with legacy telephony systems and the transition to digital services.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers and navigate complex environments.
• Commercial awareness, including pipeline forecasting and margin management.
• Experience using CRM platforms (e.g. Salesforce) and working within structured sales processes.
• A proactive, consultative approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings and site visits.

What you'll get in returnIn addition to a competitive rate, you will be paid through an efficient online timesheet process and will also receive expert advice from a Hays consultant providing support and guidance throughout the duration of your contract. This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your skills and gain hands on experience in a large and busy working environment. You will receive bespoke in-house training and will be closely guided to your success.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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