Business Development Executive

We're recruiting on behalf of a privately owned, fast-growing UK business operating in a specialist B2B environment. The company works with organisations of varying sizes, delivering tailored solutions designed around customer requirements.

This role is a new addition to the sales function, joining a small but growing team of two sales professionals who were hired earlier this year as part of the company's expansion plans.

The role

As a Business Development Executive, you'll be responsible for winning new business and growing revenue through proactive outreach and relationship-building. You'll manage opportunities from first conversation through to close, working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure customer needs are clearly understood and delivered against.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through prospecting, networking, and targeted outreach
• Own and manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to close
• Deliver presentations and demonstrations to prospective customers
• Confidently discuss solutions, pricing, and availability
• Collaborate with internal teams to shape the right-fit offering
• Maintain accurate sales reporting, forecasting, and pipeline management
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and emerging opportunities
• Attend trade shows and industry events to build relationships and pipeline

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in B2B sales
• Proven track record of generating and converting new business
• Strong commercial awareness and experience selling solutions-based offerings
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and comfortable owning performance metrics

Package highlights

• Pension scheme
• On-site parking
• EMI share scheme eligibility
• Supportive, collaborative office environment

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