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Company Company Profile

YouGov is an international, full service online market research agency offering custom research, omnibus, field and tab services, qualitative research, syndicated products and market intelligence reports.

Founded in the UK in 2000, YouGov is considered the pioneer of online market research. Our unique fully integrated online model has a well-documented and published track record illustrating the accuracy of its survey methods and in turn the quality of its client service work. We can conduct research in all continents and our online model allows clients to get international results faster and more cost-effectively than traditional methods, with no compromise on quality. YouGov has offices in the UK, US, Europe and the Middle East.

It is our goal to understand the world you live in, the sector you operate in, and your brand, enabling us to provide you with a live stream of continuous, accurate data and insight into what people are thinking and doing all over the world. Information which not only serves in tackling current issues facing your organisation but also aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of your organisation and its place in the world we live in today.

The group operates an online panel of over 2.5 million respondents worldwide representing all ages, socio-economic groups and other demographic types which allows us to create nationally representative samples online and access hard to reach groups, both consumer and professional.

Training & Profiles

We are currently seeking commercial and energetic graduates to join our fast-growing Sales & Marketing team based in London. The ideal candidate is bright and inquisitive, able to learn the challenge of consultative selling, economically aware, mature and confident.

The YouGov Sales Graduate scheme is a 24-month programme, which will incorporate all the training and on-going development needed to become a fully-fledged sales professional.

Through a structured training programme, plenty of opportunity to develop key skills and the on-going support of senior level sales professionals, you will have the knowledge and experience to launch a successful career in either direct sales or account management.

Ideal candidates will have:

A positive attitude and a professional manner
Excellent organisational and time management skills - able to self-organise and self-manage
Good written, oral and electronic communication skills
Problem solving, analytical and numerical skills
Educated to degree level preferably in Business, Marketing or a related field
Fluent written and spoken English

FAQs

When applying to any of our schemes, please take the time to understand the position you are applying for. Through your application, let us know why you want to work for us and why you want to take your career in Sales.

FAQs

How do I apply?

Please send through your CV and covering note to the Talent Team by applying here at Graduate-Jobs.

How will I know if I have been successful?

You will be contacted by one of our Graduate Talent Specialists to arrange a phone interview.

What is the interview process?

1. Phone interview
2. Skype interview
3. Online Testing
4. Face-to-face Interview day - Please note we will be conducting interview days at the end of June.

How will I receive training?

You will receive on the job training and formal training, including external bodies when required.