About the Role

Collins produces resources for UK and International curricula to support teachers and pupils at school and outside the classroom environment. 

Our educational publishing continues to deliver up-to-date and engaging student resources and exceptional teacher support to help schools tackle new initiatives and utilise the latest technology. 

This role will be supporting to develop Collins in international markets by building relationships with schools, educational institutions, ministries of education, bookshops, and distributors, and by attending relevant conferences. The role will involve supporting the Collins Learning International Sales Team and contributing to the broader goals of the department.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop and grow Collins sales by collaborating with local partners, schools, and the Collins teams in London, Glasgow, Glasgow, London, Dubai and Honley.

• Work under the guidance of your line manager to define market priorities and implement growth strategies tailored to specific regions.

•  Establish and maintain strong relationships with educational leaders and key decision-makers, positioning Collins as their preferred publishing partner.

• Explore opportunities for partnerships on significant projects, showcasing Collins as a leading major publisher and provider of customised educational content to the local partners.

• Conduct market research and provide actionable feedback on trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities.

• Deliver exceptional after-sales support, ensuring customer satisfaction.

• To liaise with other divisions to provide support on reaching educational markets.

• Represent Collins at regional conferences, expanding the network of contacts and enhancing the brand's visibility.

• Effectively use, maintain, and update Sprint (CRM system).

• Actively contribute to the International Sales Team’s objectives, supporting the development and helping build the future strategy of the export department.  

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and demonstrate commercial sense.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong negotiation skills and the ability to work independently.

• Fluency in English is essential; additional language skills are an advantage.

• Strong focus on achieving sales targets and driving business development. A confident, persuasive communicator with the ability to build trust.

• Be able to manage multiple priorities effectively while staying highly motivated.

• A background in sales or an understanding of international educational systems is desirable but not essential.

  Benefits

• Hybrid working model (3 days in the office)

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy and sell holiday days) 

• Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave 

• Private healthcare cover and life assurance 

• Summer Hours  

• Free access to HeadSpace, employee assistance programme (24 hour helpline), mental health first aiders, and a wellbeing portal 

• Season ticket loans (from day 1 for entry level) and cycle to work scheme 

• Relocation Rent Support Loan  

• Employee networks: HC All In (open forum), Elevate (for ethnic minority colleagues), HarperParents, Menopause at Work, Pride at HC, Social Mobility Network and Neurodiversity at Work

• Unlimited training on our Learning and Development portal, management courses (up to MA level) and mentoring programmes 

• Virtual GP and eyecare vouchers 

• Gym membership discount 

• Onsite physiotherapy (London only) 

• Charitable donation matching and 2 volunteering days 

• We're a certified Carbon Neutral company

• Green Electric/Hybrid Car Benefit Scheme (salary sacrifice)

• With Trees for Life we plant a tree in the Highlands of Scotland for every permanent hire

• Free e-books and audiobooks, digital newspaper subscriptions and discounts on books 

• Subsidised canteen and retail discounts 

• Onsite prayer room 

• The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking internships or entry level positions. For more information visit  https://www.btbs.org/

• If you wish to discuss anything regarding this position and/or your application to this role, please reach out directly to stephanie.jemmett@harpercollins.co.uk with subject heading ‘Vacancy Query’ plus the job title and we will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.

• Please note, if you are interested in the role you would need to submit your application via Applied. We do not accept email applications.