The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Sales Administrator / Sales Support
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Organisation, CRM data management, understanding of sales processes, communication with sales teams.
You're ready to move on when
- You're the go-to person for sales team queries and support.
- You've consistently managed administrative tasks with high accuracy and efficiency.
- You've shown initiative in improving small processes or helping out beyond your core duties.
- 2
Marketing Coordinator / Assistant
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Content creation and management, understanding of marketing campaigns, cross-functional collaboration, project coordination.
You're ready to move on when
- You've successfully managed content assets and ensured they're up-to-date.
- You've worked closely with sales on marketing initiatives and understand their needs.
- You're comfortable with digital tools and platforms for content distribution.
- 3
Recent Graduate (with relevant internships)
0-1 year (post-graduation)Skills to master
- Academic understanding of business/marketing, strong research skills, ability to learn new systems quickly, professional communication.
You're ready to move on when
- You've completed relevant internships that exposed you to sales, marketing, or L&D.
- You've demonstrated a proactive approach to learning and taking on responsibility.
- Your academic background has given you a solid theoretical foundation in relevant areas.


