Graduate Prospects - September 5, 2007 - (Page 7)

www.prospects.ac.uk Issue 50 · 5 September · Fortnightly PROSPECTS GRADUATE 7 Media company seeks entrepreneurs – apply now for careers in global events If you want the chance to succeed in international business then you should apply now to a company where it’s the people that matter – and where developing your creative, sales, promotional and business skills - is our sole focus. We are not a management consultancy! – There will be no psychometric tests, hidden cameras or trick questions. Most importantly, it isn’t a competition! Initially you’ll be asked to create, research and build major industry conferences and negotiate with business leaders all over the world. You don’t need experience in conferences – but you do need an interest in business, an entrepreneurial spirit and a readiness to take overall responsibility for your work from day one. Key characteristics we look for are: • A determination to make a project happen • The ability to communicate and sell an idea to decision makers across the world • Originality - There's a lot of competition in this market and a lot of people trying to do what we do. Our growth depends on us being first and doing a better job than our competitors • Negotiation skills to maximise profits and minimalise costs • Commercial awareness – you need to be able spot profitable market opportunities – and have the determination to develop them So what are you waiting for apply now! Send your cv with covering letter to sandra5@firstconf.com International Sales, Educational Software £30-40k OTE (base + commission) Two positions, one requiring Spanish Granta is the world-leader in materials information technology. Originating in 1994 from Cambridge University and the work of Professor Mike Ashby, we make the leading software related to materials in engineering and design. The Role: A financially rewarding opportunity to develop your sales/ business career. Your territory will be universities and colleges in assigned countries and you will be selling a product that customers love, Granta's CES EduPack. Contact with customers will be by phone, email, and web conferencing. Some travel will be required to universities and colleges, training courses, and trade shows. The Person: You will be articulate and confident in talking to people, with plenty of energy and determination. The ideal candidate has: • A university degree, ideally in materials, engineering, or science • Prior sales experience OR a clear aptitude for selling • Ability to work in a collaborative manner with university teaching and administrative staff up to Dean/Head of Department level • Both positions require fluent spoken and written English • One position requires fluent or native level Spanish, in addition We offer a friendly, informal work environment and many benefits including pension, health/gym and share options. For full details see www.grantadesign.com/jobs. Apply to jobs@grantadesign.com or Human Resources, Granta Design Ltd, Rustat House, 62 Clifton Road, Cambridge CB1 7EG. Closing date: 30 September 2007. People, products and passion It’s what brings us to life Sales Advisors • Full and Part-time • £11,700 pro rata + Bonus + Benefits When customers come into our branches, we aim to provide them with an outstanding experience every time. Itís created by the stylish design of our stores. By the quality of the products available. And, most importantly, by the welcome, expertise and customer service from our people. Supported by good training, you will grasp customer requirements quickly. You may already be in retail, or alternatively, you could come from a customer service background. In either case, you will be team-focused, a clear communicator, passionate about building a rapport with customers and keen to earn the rewards that you deserve. For more information or to apply and search for a vacancy in your area click here. It’s your O2 See what you can do http://www.prospects.ac.uk http://www.grantadesign.com/jobs http://www.grantadesign.com/jobs http://people.o2.co.uk/retail/ http://people.o2.co.uk/retail/

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Editorial: Can Agencies Help? Editorial: Job Blogs R S Consulting Group 4 Securicor Editorial: Get into the Olympics Majestic Wine Warehouses Ltd First Conferences Granta Design Ltd O2 Conquest Research Ltd University of Brighton BSRIA Crouch Chapman Resin Express Matson Driscoll & Domico UK Perriam & Everett Recruitment University of Manchester QS Network Editorial: Climate for Study

Graduate Prospects - September 5, 2007

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