About St Andrew's

Training & Consultancy

Our clients have access to an expert business development function that is dedicated to the retail finance market, with previous experience in the household, creditor and motor markets.

Our experienced, CiTP qualified Business Development Manager is available to conduct consultancy programmes, classroom training, 'train-the-trainer' support and coaching programme sessions for the full range of sales environments and utilise a consultancy programme based on the Consultancy Cycle approach of the Chartered Institute of Management, of which our Business Development Manager is accredited.

Diagnostic Analysis and Assessing Needs are a crucial part of what we can offer your business before recommending and delivering solutions. The support model that follows is flexible and can be adapted to meet requirements and budget. Typical support can include Product Sessions (induction level or advanced, on-going support, etc.), Belief Sessions (economic insight, 'real' claims, additional customer support services, etc.) and Sales Sessions (rapport building, objection handling, coaching programmes, etc.). We also offer bespoke solutions designed to complement and support clients existing training programmes.

These are recent testimonials that we received from clients:

1. From my first meeting with the Business Development Manager, I was impressed by their efficient, professional manner. They played an integral part in supporting me and my team in building a engaging, learner centred training programme which has the ability to provide our sales team with the knowledge, skills and confidence to carry out the role to the high standards we are looking for.

2. We have an excellent working relationship and together identified our training requirements. We identified key areas of focus and committed to a clear action plan. The training was tailored to deliver the appropriate message whilst being informative and fun. The benefits of increased knowledge within the team on both a work and personal level were clear. Our performance targets have over achieved since the training sessions and continue to improve

For other examples of feedback that we have received click on the links below:

Testimonials - Retail creditor
Testimonials - Retail motor