Trainee Sales Advisor

Job description

Job Title: Trainee Sales Advisor

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Location: Edinburgh, EH48 and the wider geographical area within the East Scotland operating region
Looking for a career where your ambition meets real opportunity? Join Persimmon Homes as a Trainee Sales Advisor and take the first step into a role where your success is celebrated, your growth supported, and your work truly matters.
Why Persimmon Homes?
At Persimmon, we don't just build homes — we build careers. When you join us as a Trainee Sales Advisor, you'll benefit from:
Competitive salary
Mileage paid during training period
5* housebuilder - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
Contributory Pension
Employee Benefits Platform – giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development
Fully accredited Sales Academy training programme
Please note that Persimmon Homes Sales Advisors, including Trainees, work Thursday to Monday
About the Role
As a New Homes Trainee Sales Advisor, you'll learn what it takes to support customers through one of the most exciting decisions of their lives. With guidance from experienced colleagues, you'll learn how to support the customer journey from first enquiry through to handing over the keys.
Your Training and Development
As a trainee, you'll complete our accredited Sales Academy programme, supported by Pathways training to develop the knowledge, skills and customer behaviours needed for the role.
The trainee period will typically last at least six months, with ongoing support, mentoring, practical experience and regular feedback throughout. Xohmjla
Once you've successfully completed the required training and demonstrated the necessary skills and competence, you'll be signed off as a fully qualified New Homes Sales Advisor.
What You'll Learn
Assist customers in understanding the available properties and developments
Participate in property viewings, showcasing the benefits and features of new homes
Take part in the demonstration of finishing touches to customers to enable them to design their perfect home
Support the sales team with administrative tasks and customer follow-up
Build relationships with potential buyers, providing excellent customer service at every step
What We're Looking For
A positive, can-do attitude with a genuine passion for property and sales
Drive and determination to succeed in a competitive, target-driven environment
Proven experience in customer service or another customer-facing environment
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
If you're eager to develop your sales career in the exciting world of new homes, this is the perfect opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive
Must be able to work Thursday to Monday

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bathgate

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-09-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English