Graduate Sales Executive
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list. Ineligible if it's SOC 7113
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3552 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 50% sure that is the right code. GlobalData Plc is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3552 (Business sales executives) · 50% match
- Ineligible 7113 (Telephone salespersons) · 31% match
- Likely 3556 (Sales accounts and business development managers) · 16% match
Ask GlobalData Plc what the duties are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3552 Business sales executives Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
3556 Sales accounts and business development managers Also possible | £38,600 | £55,200 | £55,200 | £55,200 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
GlobalData operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change.
By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what’s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence.
Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world’s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth.
Why join the Sales team at GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world’s most successful organizations.
Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people.
The Sales team operates at the face of our business introducing clients to our trusted intelligence. With an established book of leading brands and the scope carve your own market, there is a real opportunity for sales talent at all levels to develop in our growing business. The culture is buzzing and positive, and you can expect to be rewarded well with our uncapped commission scheme.
The role…
This is an opportunity to join at the start of your career a high-growth business that is determined to be world leaders. As a Graduate Sales Executive at GlobalData, you will be trained to pitch our trusted data intelligence products to senior executives at Consumer or Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology organisations.
What You’ll Be Doing…
- Cold-calling C-Level Executives and Key Decision Makers to open new accounts and opportunities.
- Lead sourcing/generating new business leads.
- Achieving and exceeding sales targets.
- Ensuring KPI's are met.
- Excellent communication skills displaying energy and enthusiasm over the phone.
- A positive, winning attitude and growth mindset.
- Ability to work both individually and collaboratively with the wider team.
- Experience and/or interest in the consumer or healthcare sector would be preferred.
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
To find out more and to apply to our roles please visit careers.globaldata.com.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Business sales executives (SOC 3552) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~181k in sample- Middle half £26,936–44,824
- Median £33,592
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. GlobalData Plc holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3552 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.