Sales Development Associate (Paid Internship)

Sales Development Associate – (Paid Internship)Here’s the deal...You’ve probably seen a hundred of these job ads.Boring. Soulless. Robotic.That’s not us.At Impel Talent, we’re human-first. We thrive on connection, curiosity, and creating something meaningful. Our business is people – helping them build careers, relocate their lives, and connect with work that has purpose.Whether it’s Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, or Space & Technology, we’re all about building the future — responsibly.This role isn’t just about sales; it’s about care. It’s about building real relationships, creating human connection, and making sure both our clients and candidates feel like they’re in good hands – because they are.This is a 6-month full-time paid internship. During this time, you’ll receive hands-on training, personal development, and real-world experience. And if you excel, there’s a clear path to grow into a full-time Sales Development Associate role with an established career pathway.What You’ll DoDrive Sales (with Purpose)Engage with prospective candidates across Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, and Technology sectors to introduce Impel Talent’s mission and services.Conduct outreach via phone, email, and LinkedIn to spark genuine conversations — not just follow scripts.Present and promote our leadership development programs and Impel Connect platform (www.impeltalent.com/connect) to help professionals grow their careers.Qualify leads by understanding their goals, challenges, and aspirations — connecting them with the right opportunities or products.Collaborate closely with senior recruiters and account managers to support live projects and client engagements.Assist the team through the full recruitment process — from interview to offer — including market mapping, adding candidates to our database, advert writing, search design, and lead generation.Build RelationshipsBe the first point of contact for candidates — guiding them with empathy and curiosity.Maintain accurate records and track all interactions in our CRM system.Follow up with candidates and clients to ensure a smooth experience from first contact to placement or onboarding.Help create community engagement by sharing updates, success stories, and insights through Impel Connect and our social channels.What You’ll Bring0–2 years’ experience in sales, recruitment, HR, or a related fieldConfident communicator – you enjoy talking to people and building real connectionsNaturally curious – you ask great questions and love learning about people’s storiesEmpathetic and people-focused – you genuinely care about helping others succeedStrong written and verbal communication skillsOrganized and reliable – you manage your time well and follow through on commitmentsTech-savvy – comfortable using tools like LinkedIn, HubSpot/CRM systems, and AI assistants (ChatGPT, Copilot, etc.)Creative thinker – you enjoy finding new ways to connect with people and share ideasA self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environmentWhat You’ll GetA paid (salary and commission) internship with real-world impactHybrid working flexibilityA monthly paid charity day — because giving back mattersOpportunities to grow in a company that values inclusion and innovationMentorship from leaders who genuinely invest in your developmentA creative, collaborative team that believes in being real, not corporateReady to Apply?If you’re someone who believes that sales should be about people — not pressure — and you want to launch your career in a company that’s shaping the future of work, we’d love to meet you.In addition to applying on LinkedIn, please email a cover letter detailing how you feel you match this opportunity to greg@gregmcmanus.co.uk👉 Apply now and help us drive the human side of growth.