Graduate Trainee - Lighting Sales

Launch your career with a market-leading business and specialise in one of the most innovative areas of the electrical industry - lighting. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist lighting division within the UK's largest B2B electrical distributor, offering structured training, progression, and the chance to develop real technical expertise.

Why This Role?

• 31,000 - 33,000 starting salary
• Two salary increases in your first year
• Profit share bonus + up to 1,800 tax-free training bonuses
• 25 days' holiday + pension contributions
• Clear pathway into field sales and management
• Accredited training programme with ongoing mentorship
• Opportunity to gain a recognised lighting design qualification
• Regular social events including client entertainment (sports, golf, motorsport)

About the Business

You'll be joining a highly respected and well-established group known for developing talent and promoting from within. Their graduate programme is built to fast-track ambitious individuals into senior commercial roles. This particular opportunity sits within a specialist lighting division, where you'll work with modern, design-led solutions used across a wide range of projects.

Your Development Path

Phase 1 - Building Foundations (0-6 months)
You'll gain a full understanding of how the business operates by rotating through key areas including operations, logistics, and customer service. Alongside this, you'll begin learning about lighting products and their applications. You'll also:

• Serve customers face-to-face on the trade counter
• Build relationships with electricians, contractors and installers
• Begin your structured sales training and attend head office sessions
• Work towards training milestones and earn bonuses as you progress

Phase 2 - Commercial Skills (6-12 months)
You'll transition into an internal sales role, managing customer accounts and developing your commercial awareness. During this stage, you will:

• Handle B2B enquiries and build relationships over the phone
• Learn how to identify opportunities and win new business
• Continue building your technical understanding of lighting solutions

Phase 3 - Field Sales & Progression (12 months +)
You'll step into a field-based role with responsibility for developing key accounts and driving growth. This includes:

• Visiting customers on-site and managing projects
• Building long-term partnerships
• Progressing towards a management position
• Gaining exposure to running a business unit, including P&L responsibility

You'll also have the opportunity to further specialise by completing an industry-recognised lighting design qualification.

What We're Looking For

• A full UK driving licence
• Availability to start a full-time role
• A genuine interest in lighting and design
• A technically curious mindset
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Motivation, confidence, and a proactive attitude

Apply Now

If you're looking for a structured, high-reward graduate opportunity with a technical edge, this role offers the perfect platform to build a long-term career in lighting sales and business management.