Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive

Dartford, Kent Full Time Office Based
£30,000 - £32,0000 + Bonus + Commission
Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm

We're looking for an enthusiastic and driven Business Development Executive to join a growing team within the industrial sector. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys research, relationship building and outbound calling, and who wants to play a key role in generating new opportunities for a successful sales and estimating function.

This is not a traditional closing sales role. Your job is to identify the right people, start meaningful conversations, uncover opportunities and arrange quality appointments for the wider team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Making targeted outbound calls to prospective clients and decision-makers
• Researching companies, contacts and upcoming projects using LinkedIn and other tools
• Identifying potential opportunities where the business can support clients
• Building relationships and developing a strong network of industry contacts
• Asking intelligent, targeted questions to understand potential requirements
• Generating high-quality leads and booking appointments for the Estimating Team
• Keeping accurate records of conversations, contacts and opportunities
• Working towards agreed KPIs while contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment

Essential Skillset

• Previous experience in outbound calling, business development, lead generation, telesales or a similar role
• Confident, articulate and professional telephone manner
• Comfortable making outbound calls and speaking to new contacts
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Resilient and persistent, with the ability to handle rejection positively
• Strong research skills with a proactive and inquisitive approach
• Organised, motivated and able to work towards targets
• Strong work ethic and a genuine desire to develop and succeed

Package

• £30,000-£32,000 basic salary
• Bonus + commission
• Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm
• Fully office-based role in Dartford
• 23 days' annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service