Our client is a respected global education and content organisation with a strong presence in higher education. They are looking for a proactive Field Sales Executive based in Melbourne, helping universities discover the resources and learning solutions that best support lecturers and students across their territory in Australia. Note this role requires 1 day per week in the Melbourne office, with regular travel to universities.

The Role In this field-based position, you'll partner with universities and higher education institutions across your territory, developing relationships with academic staff and departmental decision-makers. Through regular campus visits, virtual meetings and targeted outreach, you'll identify opportunities to increase engagement and revenue across a range of educational resources and products.

You'll manage your pipeline through CRM systems, track activity and opportunities, represent the organisation at industry events and conferences, and work closely with colleagues across the wider sales team to maximise opportunities within your region.

Must Haves

·Previous experience in sales, account management, customer success or relationship management, ideally within book publishing

·Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

·Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule

·Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines and customer activity

·Full driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the territory

·A genuine interest in education,



learning or higher education

About You

You are naturally curious, commercially minded and enjoy building relationships with a wide range of people. Whether your background is in publishing, education, customer success or another consultative sales environment, you have a talent for understanding customer needs and presenting relevant solutions.

You'll be comfortable working remotely, taking ownership of your territory and planning your own activity. Resilient, adaptable and eager to learn, you're someone who embraces feedback, enjoys meeting new people and can build trust with stakeholders over time. An understanding of the higher education sector would be advantageous, but attitude, potential and a growth mindset are equally important.

The Company

This is an prospect to join a trusted international organisation that is passionate about education, innovation and empowering its employees. The business offers a culture built on trust, flexibility, collaboration and professional growth, giving individuals the freedom to contribute ideas and make a real impact.

If this sounds like you, do get in touch!

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📌 Field Sales Executive, Australia (Melbourne)
🏢 Inspired Selection
📍 Melbourne