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What does a Sales Role look like?
Our Sales Consultants are at the heart of our business, building trusting relationships with our customers to drive our business forward. Our Sales Consultants are the experts in our products and services, and ensure our customers needs are met. The majority of our Sales Consultants are field based so if you like the typical 9-5 office job this may not be the role for you. It is fast paced and you need to be self motivated with a passion to succeed.
Why Work as a Sales Consultant? - Rewards and Recognitions
Grading
Typically there are four grades for our Sales Consultants, and you will have the opportunity to earn more with regular bonus and commission schemes. ( Please note - Basic salaries and timelines are typical - these vary depending on location and business.)
What’s it like in the real world?
- You need to be comfortable working on your own - although you will be busy with customers, your car will quickly become your own personal office space. Our current Consultants can testify it can at times be lonely.
- Here at Rentokil Initial we are all about performance. We firmly believe that the more you put into a job the more opportunities there are for you to earn above your basic salary and to progress within the company. You will work to monthly targets and the more you sell the more you earn.
- Our customers are hugely important to us - you will need to make our current clients/customers (whichever) feel valued at each visit.
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Sales Consultant Frequently Asked Questions
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How much do Sales Consultants earn at Rentokil Initial?
Sales Consultants typically earn a base salary between £26,500 and £29,500, with On-Target Earnings (OTE) reaching from £32,000 to £40,000 per year. The pay structure follows a clear progression path where the base salary increases as you move from Rookie to Senior levels. Packages also include a company vehicle, fuel card, mobile phone, and tablet as standard components of the total compensation.
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What does a Sales Consultant do?
Sales Consultants manage a specific territory to generate new business and retain customers. Key responsibilities include surveying properties and businesses, building bespoke service plans, and delivering sales presentations. As a field-based role, consultants spend their time traveling to client locations and managing independent schedules to meet monthly revenue targets and Key Performance Indicators.
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What experience do you need to be a Sales Consultant?
You need a valid UK driving licence and a strong background in customer-facing roles, such as retail or sales. While field sales experience is beneficial, we value candidates who are comfortable working face-to-face with customers and have a proven track record of meeting targets. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage your own schedule are also essential for success in this role.
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Do I get training as a Sales Consultant?
Yes, all new Sales Consultants complete a comprehensive six-week training programme at the Sales Academy. This blends classroom sessions at the “Power Centre”, with digital learning through our personalised Rentokil-Initial U+ platform and real-world field shadowing. The programme is designed to build your technical skills and confidence before you start managing your own territory.
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What is the career progression for a Sales Consultant?
Career progression follows a structured grading system: Rookie, Consultant, Advanced Consultant, and Senior Consultant. Progression is performance-based, typically requiring the achievement of sales targets to move to the next level. Beyond these grades, sales consultants can transition into other roles like Key Account Manager or pivot into leadership roles, such as Local Operations Manager, through the company’s internal progression model.