Graduate Energy Sales Consultant

Northern Gas and Power (a subsidiary of Global Procurement Group) is an international energy procurement specialist and is the largest energy consultancy in Europe. We guide businesses of all sizes ranging from SMEs to global organisations in purchasing their energy contracts. 

We set up comprehensive strategies for organisations to procure their energy contracts; negotiate contracts with energy suppliers; introduce and operate risk management frameworks; collect, check, and analyse invoices; and calculate organisations’ GHG emissions and carbon footprints. 

Our consultancy is supported by our unique ClearVUE platform that brings together and visualises information from a global energy portfolio down to the last detail – helping our clients work towards their Net Zero goals and ensuring compliance with climate-related legislation. 

Join our global family, with modern and vibrant offices in the UK, France, Malta, India, and Italy. Be part of a team that’s leading the way in energy consultancy and helping businesses make informed decisions about their energy consumption. 

The opportunity

Join our top UK sales team as a Graduate Energy Sales Consultant. You will be at the forefront of driving our business to new heights and collaborating closely with businesses to optimise their energy management. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to begin a journey of continuous learning and limitless prospects. Join us to receive world-class training and unlock a future full of potential! 

We’re looking for a self-starter with a winning attitude, who is motivated and consistently drives to meet targets. You’ll have a passion for helping businesses and use this passion to build relationships with new clients and have the strategic discipline to grow your portfolio through proactive customer engagement.  

What exactly will you do?

As a Graduate Energy Sales Consultant, you’ll engage various activities such as: 

• Cold calling potential clients and explaining the benefits of using NGP’s services and solutions – we want someone who isn’t afraid to pick up the phone. This is a B2B role (Business to Business) 
• Question their current procurement and energy management strategy to determine appropriate solutions. 
• Tender preparations and supplier negotiations. Once you’ve generated the lead, you will work effectively with your closer who will be required to prepare tenders to our panel of energy suppliers and negotiate the best procurement contract for your clients. 
• Manage client relationships. Once you have started to build your client portfolio, you will act as their single point of contact – managing their accounts and monitoring your pipeline for renewal or further business opportunities. 
• You must comply with all policies & procedures. 

You will receive a thorough onboarding experience that includes in depth industry knowledge and sales training, preparing you with the tools to confidently acquire your first client. 

After this, you’ll be equipped to develop and manage your own client portfolio, enjoying a great deal of independence in organising your time and work schedule. 

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in a Business related subject 
• Keen interest in business management and the energy industry 
• Strong understanding of business structure, infrastructure, drivers and decision-making processes 
• Keen to learn new skills and put your degree into action 
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills – professional and articulate 
• Ability to work under pressure when needed and achieve sales targets 
• Ability to manage your own workload and pipeline 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed, professional environment 
• Driven character, enthusiastic and passionate 
• Self-motivated, with a drive and passion for success 

What’s in it for you?

• Industry-leading compensation package: Negotiable base salary starting from £24,000 + uncapped commission with an OTE of £100,000+ 
• Salary increases based on performance 
• Rapidly growing user base: Work directly with some of the UK’s largest, fastest growing, and most innovative companies 
• Learn from industry-leading experts: We have cultivated some of best talent in the industry, allowing you to supercharge your career progression and learn from the best minds out there 
• Work-life balance: No late finishes, keep your plans with friends and family 
• Career growth: We enjoy promoting from within! 
• Unrivalled perks (including but not limited to): 

• Enhanced annual leave including additional time off in December 
• Wellbeing, gym and spa discounts 
• Company getaways and retreats abroad 
• Festival and Event tickets (such as Silverstone, Wimbledon, Tomorrowland, Lost & Found, Champions League and more!) 

Diversity in our heritage, inclusion in our future. 

We do our utmost at Northern Gas and Power, part of Global Procurement Group (GPG) to value our People for who they truly are. We want all our colleagues to feel free to be themselves at work. 

Our People Strategy reflects our vision of an attractive and diverse organisation. Between all our companies, our colleagues make up over 30 nationalities from five countries around the globe. 

We’re building a welcoming workplace where we recognise, respect, and celebrate each other’s stories. Be part of our story. Be you at NGP. #BeYouAtNGP