Trainee Sales Representative

DNA Payments dnapayments.com Open · verified Oct 18, 2026

Southend-on-Sea BrightonCardiff +6 Junior Account Executive

At a glance

Junior Account Executive role at DNA Payments. Southend-on-Sea · £50,000 OTE.

On-target earningsStated by DNA Payments

£50,000

On-target earnings for this role, in GBP per year, as published in the posting. Base plus commission; the split is in the posting.

RoleAccount Executive

SeniorityJunior

LocationSouthend-on-Sea

OTE£50,000

PostedOct 16, 2026 · 2d ago

Also hiring inBrighton, Cardiff, Milton Keynes, Oxford +4

Role brief

growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build new business by visiting SME owners across your assigned postcode territory each day
Complete product, compliance, systems and sales training, then use coaching to improve your field performance
Approach business owners, identify their payment needs and present suitable DNA Payments, EPOS or Zash options
Keep CRM records and your opportunity pipeline current while working toward daily sales and monthly revenue goals
Guide customers through applications and coordinate with internal teams until products are set up and transacting

What you bring

You can work independently in the field and stay persistent when prospects turn you down
You communicate confidently, put customers first and represent the business professionally
You can use Microsoft Office and handle straightforward calculations
You hold a driving licence and are eligible to work in the UK

Who this fits

This entry-level field role suits you if you are self-directed, reliable and open to coaching. You’ll work remotely across an agreed territory, with daily morning and evening huddle calls. Graduation after six months depends on meeting performance and conduct standards, and requires a driving licence plus UK work eligibility.

From the employer

Sales Academy - DNA Payments

Reporting into: Head of SalesWorking hours: 37.5Working location: Remote, on agreed patchEmployment type: Full-time employed role

As a Trainee Sales Representative, you will join the DNA Sales Academy and generate new business by visiting SME businesses within an assigned postcode area. This is a field-based, entry-level sales role combining structured training, coaching and live field activity.

Previous sales experience is not required. You must be self-motivated, resilient, reliable and comfortable approaching business owners face to face. Candidates who successfully complete the six-month academy and meet the required standards will graduate and be promoted to Business Development Consultant.

Key Responsibilities:During the academy, you will be responsible for:

Complete all product, compliance, systems and sales training.
Manage and develop your assigned territory on a daily basis.
B2B cold calling (75+ door knocks daily once fully active).
Target SME businesses with annual card turnover of £50,000 - £7.5m.
Identify merchant needs and promote appropriate DNA Payments, EPOS and Zash solutions.
Efficiently manage your CRM and pipeline of opportunities to achieve expected conversions.
Work towards 1 self-generated sales a day (20 per average working month)
Target clients with monthly £50+ net revenue to achieve monthly targets.
Successfully complete customer applications and support customers through to live and transacting.
Work with internal teams to process, deliver and set up products, ensuring an exceptional customer experience.
Apply coaching and feedback and demonstrate continued improvement.
Maintain the required standards for attendance, punctuality, activity, administration and professional conduct.
Be present on daily huddle calls both in the morning and in the evening.

What we’re looking for

Self-motivated and able to work independently in the field.
Resilient and comfortable with rejection.
Coachable and willing to apply feedback.
Reliable, punctual and prepared.
Strong work ethic and willingness to meet daily activity targets.
Confident communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
Honest, professional and able to represent DNA Payments appropriately.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs
Ability to perform simple maths calculations – i.e 1% of £100.

Graduation and progression

Graduation at month six is based on performance, activity, product knowledge, conduct, CRM accuracy, attendance and coachability. Graduation is not automatic.

Successful graduates will be promoted to Business Development Consultant, with further progression to Business Development Manager and Senior Business Development Manager available based on performance.

What’s in it for you?

25 days holiday per year
Private Medical
Life Assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Access to self-learning platform - Bookboon
Income Protection
Workplace Pension
Employee Assistance Programme
Clear career progression through the DNA Sales Academy

Basic Salary: Starting at £25,000 (£5,000 uplift after passing probation)Car Allowance: £5000 P/A plus mileage paid at HMRC statutory advisory ratesIncentive: Generous, uncapped scheme based on a revenue share model. Realistic first year OTE of £50,000.Driving Licence is Essential for this roleFull eligibility to work in the UK