Trainee Sales Assistant

Trainee Sales Assistant – Immediate Start – Cork, Ireland

(Candidates MUST be able to commute daily and be available to start within two weeks.)

We’re looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Trainee Sales Assistant to join We Heart Fundraising, representing one of our incredible Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) clients.

In this role, you’ll work within local communities across Cork, speaking directly with members of the public and raising awareness of important causes while helping to secure essential long-term donor support. If you’re confident, approachable and enjoy meeting new people, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your sales and communication skills while making a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Community Engagement: Represent the NPO professionally within residential communities, introducing their campaigns and raising awareness of their work.
• Building Connections: Speak with members of the public, explain the impact of supporting the organisation and encourage long-term donor involvement.
• Supporting Donors: Answer questions, provide clear information and guide supporters through the donation process.
• Meeting Goals: Work towards daily and weekly targets while contributing to the growth of the organisation’s donor base.
• Representing the Cause: Maintain a professional and positive approach while representing the NPO and its campaigns.

What You’ll Gain

• Comprehensive Training: Learn everything you need to succeed, including detailed training on the NPO’s mission and campaigns.
• Sales & Communication Skills: Develop confidence, public speaking, customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Development Opportunities: Build leadership skills with opportunities to progress into team leadership and management positions.
• Valuable Experience: Gain hands-on experience in sales, fundraising and customer engagement.
• Team Environment: Join a motivated and supportive team that celebrates individual and collective success.

What We’re Looking For

• Goal-Oriented: Motivated by achieving targets and delivering results.
• Excellent Communicator: Confident speaking with a wide range of people.
• Organised & Proactive: Able to manage your time effectively and take initiative.
• Friendly & Approachable: Positive, enthusiastic and comfortable meeting new people.
• Passionate About Making a Difference: Interested in representing worthwhile causes and encouraging others to support them.
• Resilient & Motivated: Able to stay positive and motivated in a target-driven environment.

Earnings Structure

This position includes:

• Guaranteed €92 per active day.
• €460–€552 per week, depending on days worked.
• Weekly performance incentives with uncapped earning potential.
• Typical annual earnings of approximately €40,000, combining the guaranteed daily fee and performance bonuses.

What We Offer You

• Competitive Earnings: Guaranteed daily payment plus performance incentives.
• Full Training & Mentorship: Ongoing coaching and support from experienced team members.
• Career Progression: Clear opportunities to progress into leadership and management positions.
• Recognition & Rewards: Awards, incentives and team recognition for strong performance.
• Professional Development: Build transferable skills across sales, communication, customer service and fundraising.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re motivated, enjoy meeting people and want to build a career while supporting important causes, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration. Successful candidates will be contacted shortly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €460.00-€700.00 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee assistance program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cork, County Cork: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Please can you confirm your email and mobile number so we can communicate with you if needed
• Are you legally authorised to work in Ireland without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future?

Work Location: In person