Business Development Executive

About the Role

We are seeking a highly driven and commercially astute Business Development Executive to lead strategic outreach and relationship-building efforts with C-suite decision makers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, understands complex sales cycles, and can confidently engage senior executives to drive business growth.



Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, target, and engage C-suite executives (CEO, CFO, COO, CIO, etc.) within key industries
  • Develop and execute strategic business development plans to generate new revenue opportunities
  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with senior stakeholders
  • Lead high-level discovery conversations to understand client challenges and align solutions
  • Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to negotiation and close
  • Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, delivery) to tailor compelling value propositions
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums
  • Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting using CRM tools


Requirements

  • Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management targeting senior executives
  • Strong track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Ability to confidently engage and influence C-level stakeholders
  • Commercially minded with strong strategic thinking abilities
  • Experience managing long and complex sales cycles
  • Proficiency with CRM systems and sales tools
  • Self-motivated, resilient, and results-driven


Desirable Skills & Experience

  • Experience in insert industry, e.g., SaaS, professional services, finance, technology
  • Established network of senior-level contacts
  • Understanding of consultative and solution-based selling methodologies
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Job Details

Company
Red King Resourcing
Location
Reading, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom RG1
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
GBP 35,000 - 38,000 Annual
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