SOC 7123 Sales occupations

Roundspersons and van salespersons Salary

Median salary £26,984 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £27,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For roundspersons and van salespersons, £27,401 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -30% versus the national average.

About this role

Roundspersons and van salespersons sell products or services to customers, identifying needs, presenting solutions, negotiating terms and closing deals. They build and maintain customer relationships, meet sales targets and contribute to revenue growth for their organisation.

Key responsibilities

Identifying and qualifying sales opportunities
Presenting products or services and demonstrating value
Negotiating pricing, terms and contracts
Building and maintaining customer relationships
Meeting and exceeding sales targets and KPIs

Qualifications and entry routes

Formal qualifications are less important than commercial ability and product knowledge. However, degrees in business or marketing are common. Professional sales qualifications (e.g., ISM) and industry-specific knowledge add value.

Career outlook

AI and automation are transforming customer service, but complex, relationship-based sales and service roles remain in demand. Career progression often leads to management or specialist roles.

Key skills

Negotiation Communication Relationship building Target focus Product knowledge

Common industries

Technology
Financial services
Manufacturing
Professional services
Retail

Data coverage

SOC code 7123

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Median Salary

£26,984

Mean Salary

£27,438

Jobs (000s)

N/A

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

Median: £26,984

P10: --P25: --Median: £27kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Mid Level

£26,984

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +22.5%Real growth: -11.2%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£26,984

Full-time Only

£27,401

Full-time premium: +£417

Roundspersons and van salespersons salary: common questions

How much do roundspersons and van salespersons earn in the UK?

Roundspersons and van salespersons earn a median of £27,401 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £27,401 a good salary in the UK?

For roundspersons and van salespersons, £27,401 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -30% versus the national average.

Have roundspersons and van salespersons salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median roundspersons and van salespersons pay has risen from £22,454 to £27,401 — +22% in cash terms, or -12% after CPIH inflation. That is behind inflation over the period.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).