Sales Apprenticeships: What you need to know.

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

Sales apprenticeships are great for people who are confident, love to be social and interact with different people. You can build on ur skills like confidence and communication as well as gain work experience. Take our Career Match and see if ur a good fit for Sales.

An intro to Sales apprenticeships.

If you want a role with lots of communication and social interaction, an apprenticeship in Sales may be for you. This sector offers a wide range of careers such as Estate Agents, Travel Agents and Tech Salespeople. In these roles, you will be able to meet with lots of different people and build ur confidence. The Sales sector is fast paced and comes with challenges, and you will face rejections, so you need to be adaptable and resilient when working in any of these roles. A major benefit of sales roles is that you can earn commission on top of ur salary, so you need to be self-motivated and driven.

Take urfuture’s Career Match and see if you would be a match to this sector and find an apprenticeship that’s right for you. View all our live roles in Sales here.

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What is an apprenticeship in Sales like?

Apprenticeships in Sales provide experience in the workplace and ur able to gain an industry recognised qualification. This will provide you with the theoretical skills and knowledge you need to succeed. You’ll work alongside members of ur team and have tutors who will give you advice to help you constantly improve and guide you throughout the apprenticeship. These roles allow you to build on ur confidence and communication as it’s a sector that requires lots of social interaction and negotiating.

If you want any more information on apprenticeships, we can give you a full breakdown on them!

Key working traits for this sector:

• Confidence

• Resilience

• Communication skills

• Persistence

• Positivity

If you think you have any of these working traits take our Career Match and see if ur a good match to Sales.

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other apprenticeships we have available and if you think you’d be better suited to an entry level job, check them out.

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Future career opportunities after an apprenticeship in Sales:

• Estate Agent

• Car Salesperson

• Technology Salesperson

• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

• Travel Agent

• Luxury Goods Salesperson

• Sales Manger

• Recruitment Consultant

How can urfuture help you get an apprenticeship in Sales?

urfuture can help you find out if an apprenticeship in Sales is right for you. By taking our Career Match, we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

You can also explore ur working traits, and things you would enjoy and find challenging in a career, helping you understand yourself and what to look for in a career, Because of this, you’ll find a career that perfectly aligns with ur goals and needs.

It's all driven by data and science, like how Spotify creates playlists tailored to ur tastes. By evaluating the music you’ve enjoyed, Spotify predicts other tracks you’ll like. In the same way, our Career Match uses this technology to determine the best career for you. If you want any more information on this, you can read all about how it works.

After completing the Career Match, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to have a score out of 10 to every job on the app.

You can then learn more about the different career categories on Careerflix. Here you can watch lots of short videos that tell you about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about the entry level jobs available in Sales.

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Frequently asked questions - Finding an Apprenticeship in Sales

Will I get paid during my Sales Apprenticeship?

Yes, when doing an apprenticeship, you will be earning whilst learning. Salaries often vary depending on the employer, location and level of apprenticeship ur doing.

What qualifications do I need to apply for an apprenticeship in Sales?

Every apprenticeship is different when it comes to entry requirements, and it also depends on the level. Level 2 apprenticeships require no previous qualifications, but other levels will usually require Grade 9-4/AC in Maths and English GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills.

Will I still get commission as a Sales Apprentice?

Yes, you can still earn commission as a Sales Apprentice, but the amount may differ depending on the employer.

What happens after my Sales apprenticeship?

When you’ve finished ur apprenticeship you may be offered a full-time role with ur current employer, but if not, you will have gained lots of transferable skills and knowledge during ur apprenticeship that will make you desirable to employers if you decide to move on.