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Job description
Our client is a growing and ambitious business seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to join their successful sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven individual to take ownership of new business development activities, build long-term client relationships and play a key role in the company's continued growth.
The successful candidate will focus on generating new opportunities, developing existing accounts and building strong relationships with key decision-makers. This role would suit a confident sales professional who enjoys business development and is motivated by achieving and exceeding targets.
Company Benefits:
- Uncapped bonus structure with realistic OTE of £57,500.
- Company pension scheme.
- Income protection scheme.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Business mileage reimbursement.
- Full training and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Long-term career progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identifying and developing new business opportunities through proactive outreach and relationship building.
- Managing and growing a portfolio of client accounts.
- Conducting outbound sales activity, including telephone prospecting, virtual meetings and face-to-face appointments.
- Building relationships with key decision-makers and maintaining regular client contact.
- Understanding client requirements and presenting suitable business solutions.
- Managing the sales process from initial contact through to successful conversion.
- Delivering presentations and attending client meetings where required.
- Working towards and exceeding individual sales targets and key performance indicators.
- Maintaining accurate CRM records and pipeline forecasts.
- Collaborating with colleagues to maximise commercial opportunities and deliver excellent customer service.
Experience and Skills Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in business development, account management or a sales-focused role.
- Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Confident speaking with stakeholders at all levels, both over the phone and face-to-face.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and administrative ability.
- Self-motivated, proactive and commercially focused approach.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a structured sales pipeline.
- Team-oriented with a positive and professional attitude.
- Full UK Driving Licence is essential as regular client visits and business travel required.
If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.
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