Hubspot
Jessica Dando
Haverfordwest
Summary
Professional with strong background in sales, skilled in driving revenue growth through strategic planning and relationship building. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to evolving market conditions. Expertise in client engagement, negotiation, and delivering tailored solutions to meet customer needs. Reliable and results-oriented with focus on achieving sales targets and fostering long-term client relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Sales & Marketing Specialist
USP Media
06.2023 - Current
- Generating leads and new business using tools such as LinkedIn, email, cold calling and lead generation tools
- Leveraging AI to build landing pages, generate leads, and write and analyse data
- Copywriting & Social Media Content Creation
- Social Media Marketing & Management with specialist expertise on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube
- Managing a team of volunteers, developing and implementing digital campaigns utilising research, social listening and then analysis with A/B Testing and facilitation of successful outcomes
- Managing social media and content marketing, advising on sustainable marketing strategies
- Building creative marketing campaigns, sponsorship opportunities, and ad campaigns across multiple platforms
- Creating compelling video content optimised for social networks, websites & training materials
- Facilitating workshops, events and webinars on Sustainability, Digital Marketing and AI to support small business owners and freelancers
- Broadcast & Print PR for SMEs, creating press releases and arranging interviews with radio, online and print publications
Integration & Partnerships Coordinator
Leonard Cheshire
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Secured employment opportunities for disabled individuals by partnering with 100 SMEs
- Developed networking and integration plans, represented Leonard Cheshire at events, and generated new business
- Managed social media marketing and created campaigns to promote the IDEA project
- Managing Lead Generation & Digital Campaigns to promote and facilitate Disability Awareness Training
- Temporary Contract
Employment Specialist
Shaw Trust
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Provided expert advice on benefits, training, and career progression
- Matched participants with job opportunities, facilitated training sessions, and established partnerships with local businesses
- Addressed barriers to employment and safeguarded vulnerable clients
- Maintained 100 percent compliance with Serco with accurate records on Aptem and SMART plans for candidates
- Temporary contract
Field Sales Consultant
Grants 4 Eco LTD
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted outreach to secure ECO4 grant sign-ups
- Helping homeowners access solar panels, heat pumps, and insulation
- Achieved daily targets by providing consultative guidance on grant benefits, environmental impact, and cost-saving measures
- Focused on community engagement, driving sign-ups through tailored discussions on renewable energy
- Left because of company relocation
Reservations Sales Agent
Enterprise Holdings
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Achieved a 25% increase in sales by resolving reservation issues as the first contact point for customers
- Conducted client consultations, maintained a high booking conversion rate, and provided exemplary customer service
- Part-time whilst studying full time university
Advertising Sales Executive
The Pembrokeshire Herald
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Developed and implemented promotional content, maximised company profit, and generated new business for newspaper, magazine and online
- Social Media Marketing Management & Copywriting for all social networks & channels
- Supported and trained new staff, managed digital support and design, and transitioned the business to a fully digital platform
- Left full time to study for degree
Recruitment Consultant
Hays Recruitment
08.2013 - 03.2016
- Exceeded recruitment targets by 37% by streamlining construction industry processes
- Coached candidates, marketed services through social media, and built relationships with clients and candidates
- Left as I moved home to Pembrokeshire
Education
MBA - Sustainability in Leadership
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
09.2022 - 01.2024
PGDip - Psychological Sciences
Brunel University
London, UK 09.2021 - 01.2023
First Class Honours Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Trinity, Wales 09.2021 - 07.2022
A Level x 3 A's - English, Media, Sociology
Coleg Sir Gar
09.2001 - 09.2002
GCSEs - English Lang & Lit, Maths
Milford Haven Comprehensive
Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire 09.1993 - 09.1998
Skills
Lead generation
Telesales
CRM Software
Account Management
Cold Calling
Marketing analytics
Sales presentations
Competitive analysis
Cash handling
Problem-solving abilities
Sales strategy
Sales reporting
Market research
Sales process
Adaptability
Sales training
Cold calling
Solution selling
Client acquisition
Account management
Sales forecasting
Direct sales
Brand representation
Consultative selling
Certification
Driving Licence
Industries
- Administrative Assistance
- Arts & Entertainment
- Business Operations
- Call Centre
- Community & Social Service
- Customer Service
- Education & Instruction
- IT Operations & Helpdesk
- Information Design & Documentation
- Management
- Marketing
- Personal Care & Home Health
- Project Management
- Sales
Eligible To Work In Uk
True
Highest Level Of Education
Master's
Personal Information
Driving License: Cars
Total Years Of Experience
17
Software
Notion
Slack
Make
Gemini
Chat GPT
Runway ML
Salesforce
Hunterio
Timeline
Sales & Marketing Specialist
USP Media
06.2023 - Current
MBA - Sustainability in Leadership
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
09.2022 - 01.2024
Integration & Partnerships Coordinator
Leonard Cheshire
05.2022 - 06.2023
Employment Specialist
Shaw Trust
11.2021 - 04.2022
PGDip - Psychological Sciences
Brunel University
09.2021 - 01.2023
First Class Honours Bachelor's Degree - Business Management
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
09.2021 - 07.2022
Field Sales Consultant
Grants 4 Eco LTD
06.2021 - 11.2021
Reservations Sales Agent
Enterprise Holdings
06.2018 - 06.2021
Advertising Sales Executive
The Pembrokeshire Herald
03.2016 - 06.2018
Recruitment Consultant
Hays Recruitment
08.2013 - 03.2016
A Level x 3 A's - English, Media, Sociology
Coleg Sir Gar
09.2001 - 09.2002
GCSEs - English Lang & Lit, Maths
Milford Haven Comprehensive
09.1993 - 09.1998