Position: Apprentice, Sales Support
Employer: Pearson — India Higher Education Sales
Location: Noida, India
Duration: 12-Month Apprenticeship
Pearson is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Sales Support Apprentice to join its India Higher Education Sales team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales administration, customer support, CRM management, and business operations while working alongside experienced sales professionals. As a Sales Support Apprentice, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day sales activities, maintaining accurate customer and sales data, and ensuring a positive experience for both customers and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the management of sales opportunities through OneCRM, including lead creation, lead conversion, and opportunity updates
- Maintain accurate customer, account, and sales data to support effective sales operations
- Assist customers and internal sales teams with account statement requests and related queries
- Support administrative and operational activities across the India Higher Education Sales team
- Monitor and update sales records to ensure data quality and accuracy
- Collaborate with team members to resolve customer requests in a timely and professional manner
- Help identify process improvements that enhance efficiency and customer experience
What We're Looking For:
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A willingness to learn and develop within a sales and customer support environment
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively within a team
What You'll Gain: Practical experience working within a professional sales environment; exposure to CRM systems, customer support processes, and sales operations; mentorship and support from experienced professionals; and a strong foundation for future career opportunities in sales, customer success, business operations, or account management.