Sales Industrial Placement

<p><u><strong>About AkzoNobel</strong></u></p><p>Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.</p><p> </p><p>For more information please visit <a href="http://www.akzonobel.com">www.akzonobel.com </a></p><p> </p><p>© 2026 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Sales Industrial Placement </strong><br><strong>12 Month Fixed Term Contract – Starting 01 July 2027</strong><br><strong>Salary £27,000</strong><br><strong>Slough, Berks. SL2 5DS</strong></p><p>We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, Dulux Trade Cuprinol, Polycell, Hammerite – are trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.</p><p><strong>Job Purpose </strong><br>This is a rare opportunity to enhance your CV and gain valuable ‘real-life’ work experience in a high profile, international business. As part of our UK Decorative Sales team, you will support the Sales of much loved brands and collaborate with colleagues to put our consumers and their needs at the heart of our plans.</p><p><strong>Job Requirements </strong><br>•    Currently studying for a relevant degree.<br>•    Some knowledge of business essentials. <br>•    Passion to keep learning new thinking.<br>•    Computer literate.</p><p><strong>What Makes You Stand Out</strong><br>•    Passion for Marketing<br>•    High energy individual <br>•    Excellent communication, time management & interpersonal skills.<br>•    Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.<br>•    Eye for detail.<br>•    Self starter     </p><p><strong>What do we Offer at AkzoNobel </strong><br>We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:<br>•    Competitive Salary (depending on experience).<br>•    25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.<br>•    Income protection.<br>•    Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.<br>•    Employee Assistance Programme.<br>•    Employee Life Assurance.<br>•    Company pension.<br>•    Product discounts.<br>•    Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!</p><p>We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team.  Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.</p><p><strong>As part of your application can you please answer the following questions in your cover letter: </strong><br><strong>1.    What makes you interested in sales? </strong><br><strong>2.    What makes you stand out as an individual that is relevant to this role? </strong></p><p>We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles. </p><p>#LI-SH1</p><div></div> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px">At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.</span></p>