Sales Executive: Student Housing, Commission + OTE

Unite Foundation; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A student accommodation provider in Edinburgh seeks a motivated Sales Executive to drive occupancy through proactive outreach and relationship building. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience and excel in a target environment. Responsibilities include converting enquiries to bookings and delivering engaging tours for prospective residents. Join a team that values caring and community while achieving sales targets. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary plus commission.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in recruitment, hospitality, property, or business development.
• Competitive and values-driven approach to sales.
• Ability to handle objections and close deals.

Responsibilities

• Drive new leads through proactive outreach.
• Convert enquiries into viewings and bookings.
• Deliver compelling tours to prospective residents.
• Achieve occupancy and revenue targets.
• Stay informed on competitor activity and market trends.

Skills

Sales experience (B2B or B2C)

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Customer-focused

Job description

A student accommodation provider in Edinburgh seeks a motivated Sales Executive to drive occupancy through proactive outreach and relationship building. The ideal candidate will have proven sales experience and excel in a target environment. Responsibilities include converting enquiries to bookings and delivering engaging tours for prospective residents. Join a team that values caring and community while achieving sales targets. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary plus commission.