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You’ll engage with trade businesses who are already interested in joining Checkatrade, build rapport fast, and turn conversations into long-term partnerships. This isn’t cold calling - it’s about converting warm leads into real impact.\nForget long lists, here’s what you’ll actually spend your time on:\nResponding quickly to inbound leads by phone and email. No delays, no missed opportunities.\n\nUnderstanding what customers need and showing how Checkatrade can help their business grow.\n\nExplaining the value of Checkatrade clearly and handling objections with confidence.\n\nManaging the full sales cycle, from first conversation through to closing the deal.\n\nKeeping your activity and pipeline up to date in Salesforce.\n\nSharing insights from customer conversations to help spot trends, opportunities and competitor activity.\n\nWorking with internal teams to make sure new members get off to a smooth start.\n\nIt’s not about ticking every box. 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