Management Trainee – Sales & Marketing - #2176699

Caledonia Group | Edinburgh (On-site) | Full-time | Immediate start

About Caledonia Group

Caledonia Group delivers face-to-face sales and marketing campaigns on behalf of established UK brands across [sectors, e.g. energy, telecoms, charity]. Our teams work at retail venues, events and in local communities, acquiring new customers and representing our clients’ brands directly.

Following the launch of two new client campaigns, we’re expanding our Edinburgh office and recruiting for our Management Training Programme.

About the role

This is an entry-level position with a structured route into management. You’ll begin by representing our clients and acquiring new customers, gaining a practical understanding of sales, customer engagement and campaign performance. As you progress, you’ll take on responsibility for training new team members, leading a team and eventually managing a client campaign.

Progression pathway

• Months 0–3: Campaign Representative. Learn our clients’ products, develop your sales and communication skills, and build consistent results.
• Months 3–6: Team Leader. Coach new starters in the field, support recruitment and take on daily team responsibilities.
• Months 6–12: Junior Business Manager. Oversee your own team, manage campaign targets and contribute to recruitment, training and office operations.

Progression is based on performance and leadership ability, and timelines vary by individual.

Key responsibilities

• Represent client brands and acquire new customers through face-to-face campaigns
• Meet individual and team performance targets
• Contribute to daily briefings, training sessions and performance reviews
• Support the recruitment, onboarding and development of new team members
• Progress to managing team performance, reporting and campaign delivery

What we offer

• Base salary of [£X] plus uncapped commission and performance bonuses (OTE [£X])
• [Monday–Friday, 9am–5:30pm / actual hours]
• Structured training programme with one-to-one mentoring
• Clear, performance-based promotion pathway
• Incentive trips, team events and national conferences
• Opportunities to travel and support new campaign launches

What we’re looking for

• Strong communication skills and a confident, professional manner
• A competitive, results-driven mindset
• Resilience and a willingness to learn from feedback
• Interest in developing a long-term career in business management
• Full right to work in the UK

No previous sales or management experience is required. The role suits graduates, career changers and those with a background in hospitality, retail or customer service.

How to apply

We interview weekly and can accommodate notice periods of up to four weeks. Apply via LinkedIn with your CV, and a member of our recruitment team will contact you to arrange an initial conversation.

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