Harry Holmes | Remote Sales Professional
London,,City of London
Summary
Results-driven business owner transitioning into remote sales, with 4.5 years of experience generating leads, managing client relationships, negotiating contracts, and closing high-value projects. Proven ability to generate £160,000+ annual revenue through consultative selling, outbound outreach, and referral-based business development. Experienced in managing the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through to closing and follow-up. Strong communication, objection handling, and relationship-building skills, with a highly motivated and target-driven mindset focused on long-term growth in remote sales and client acquisition.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Business Owner | Client Acquisition & Sales
H Christopher Construction
East Grinstead, West Sussex
2022.06 - 2026.04
- Generated a consistent pipeline of inbound and outbound leads through referrals, outreach, and local marketing
- Managed the full sales cycle from initial enquiry through to closing, including qualification, pricing, negotiation, and contract agreement
- Closed high-value projects ranging from £3,000 to £65,000+, directly responsible for all revenue generation
- Built strong client relationships through consultative selling, leading to repeat business and referrals
- Handled objections around price, competition, and timelines, consistently converting prospects into paying clients
- Implemented structured follow-up systems to maximise conversion rates and maintain a steady workflow
- Managed multiple active leads and projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong pipeline and time management
- Positioned services based on value and long-term ROI rather than price, improving profitability and win rates
- Consistently generated new business without reliance on a dedicated sales team
- Developed strong persuasion and negotiation skills through real-world, high-stakes sales environments
- Adapted sales approach to different client types, improving close rates across varied projects
- Generated and closed £15,000–£20,000+ per month (£160,000+ annually), consistently sourcing, qualifying, and converting leads into high-value projects (£3,000–£65,000+)
- Maintained consistent communication with prospects and clients through phone, email, and digital messaging platforms to nurture leads and maximise conversions.
Education
GCSEs -
Sackville School
East Grinstead, West Sussex 2007.09 - 2012.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Plumbing
Crawley College
Crawley 2012.09 - 2013.07
NVQ Level 2 - Business Purposes, Business Organisations, Financial Forecasting For Business,
Sackville School
East Grinstead, West Sussex 2013.09 - 2014.07
Skills
- Lead Generation & Prospecting
- Client Acquisition
- Consultative Selling
- Objection Handling
- Negotiation & Closing
- Pipeline Management
- Appointment Setting
- Digital Lead Management & Client Communication
- Relationship Building
- Revenue Growth Strategies
- Self-Motivated & Target Driven
- Communication Skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Owner | Client Acquisition & Sales
H Christopher Construction
2022.06 - 2026.04
NVQ Level 2 - Business Purposes, Business Organisations, Financial Forecasting For Business,
Sackville School
2013.09 - 2014.07
Diploma of Higher Education - Plumbing
Crawley College
2012.09 - 2013.07
GCSEs -
Sackville School
2007.09 - 2012.07