Department: Sales
Location: London
Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / year
Description
We’re Pod – one of the UK’s leading EV charging providers, trusted by over 250,000 customers and powering more than 5 million miles every single day. But behind the numbers is a team of passionate people working together to shape a smarter, more sustainable future.
We started off in 2009 as Pod Point, helping people make the switch to electric as EVs began to hit the road. Today, we’re leading the way into a smarter energy future. Now part of the EDF Family, a global leader in low-carbon energy, we're giving people and communities the power move confidently through electrification.
We’re proud to be the trusted charging partner for leading automotive brands like Mercedes, Jaguar Land Rover, BMW, and Kia; home builders Barratt and Bellway; and retail giants including Tesco. Our smart charging solutions don’t just support EV drivers - they help balance the grid, lower costs, and make clean energy accessible to everyone.
Pod is the next evolution of Pod Point. As electrification becomes everyday, Pod is here to help build a brighter future for society by managing the flow of energy, making it affordable, accessible, and for the benefit of everyone. With 250,000 customers already trusting us to be at the heart of their EV life, we see Pod playing a leading role in the UK’s increasingly electrified future. Our focus is on powering not just homes and vehicles, but local communities and social progress.
Our Ways of Working
We’re all about flexibility, community and a healthy work-life balance. Our hybrid model offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office working. When you'll be in the office depends on your role, but you can expect to work from our London office between 8-12 days per month.
To support this, the successful applicant should be within a reasonably commutable distance to our office (Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8HB).
Join the EVolution:
We're looking for a sales professional who can independently identify, win, and grow dealer partnerships. You’ll be the face of Pod for dealerships, building trust at all levels and turning opportunities into revenue while helping accelerate EV adoption. If you’re commercially sharp, strategic, and passionate about sustainability, this role gives you the chance to make a real impact on both Pod’s growth and the EV market.
So, what you'll do:
- Identify and Secure New Partners - you’ll proactively target and acquire new dealerships, dealer groups, and used car supermarket partners to expand Pod’s market presence
- Manage the Full Sales Cycle - you’ll take ownership from prospecting and proposal through negotiation, contract execution, and seamless partner onboarding
- Deliver Commercial Results - you’ll achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets, taking accountability for both financial performance and the quality of partnerships secured
- Build Strategic Relationships - you’ll develop and nurture strong partnerships across all levels within dealer groups, from sales teams to senior management
- Develop Go-To Market Plans - you’ll collaborate with dealers to create tailored strategies that drive home charger referrals for EV drivers in the showroom
- Leverage Data and Insight - you’ll provide regular pipeline updates, accurate forecasting, and market feedback to inform strategy, improve performance, and enhance partner experience
- Collaborate Cross-Functionally - you’ll Work with Marketing, Product, and Operations teams to ensure smooth partner onboarding, enablement, and alignment on joint initiatives
- Monitor Competitor Activity- you’ll keep track of competitor initiatives, market trends, and dealer programs to inform strategy and maintain Pod’s competitive edge
- Identify Process Improvements - you’ll spot opportunities to streamline dealer onboarding, reporting, or referral processes, improving efficiency for both Pod and its partners
- Champion our values - you’ll model Trust, Edge, and Care in all partner interactions, ensuring Pod is seen as a credible, professional, and strategic partner.
Plug in your skills:
What you'll bring to the role:
- 5+ years’ experience working within or with automotive dealerships
- Proven success in full-cycle sales delivery with annual targets of £2m+
- Track record of exceeding revenue and new business growth targets
- Experience with automotive retail digital tools or CRM platforms (ideally HubSpot)
- Familiarity with dealership systems, lead management tools, or HubSpot to manage pipeline efficiently
- Experienced in structuring and negotiating partnership agreements
- Comfortable working independently in a field-based sales role
- Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking, able to define and execute sales plans while adapting to market shifts
- Superior sales, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Proficiency with CRM systems and pipeline management
- Passionate about sustainability, EV adoption, and the future of mobility.
Even better, but not essential, if you have:
- Exposure to EV charging or clean mobility solutions – understanding of the EV ecosystem to better position Pod’s products with dealers
- Background in sales enablement or dealer training – experience supporting or coaching dealership teams to improve product adoption or referrals
- Event or trade show experience – representing a business at automotive industry events, exhibitions, or local dealer forums.
Perks that spark joy:
- Access for you and up to 5 family/friends to the 'UnMind' wellbeing platform
- Company EV and Pod Charger
- Flexible hybrid working model
- Work abroad for up to 20 days per year
- Family & friend discount scheme
- 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
- Very generous parental and family leave
- Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution
- Eyecare scheme
- Life insurance covering up to 4x your annual salary
- Virtual GP provided by HealthHero
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Mortgage Advice
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Cycle2Work Scheme
Important Information:
You must have the legal right to work in the UK. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Your privacy is important to us, all information shared will be handled according to our Candidate Privacy Notice.
Good luck, and speak soon!
