Business Development Advisor

TipTopJob; Driffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Supportive team environment

Competitive commission

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions is seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Advisor to join a growing team in Driffield. The role focuses on contacting prospects by phone and email, identifying opportunities and driving growth.

The ideal candidate has experience in business development, telesales or lead generation, strong telephone and communication skills, and is comfortable using CRM systems. A full driving licence and own transport are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development, telesales or lead generation.
• Strong telephone skills and ability to generate leads.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and sales activity.
• Good research and analytical skills, identifying opportunities.
• Good IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with a target-driven approach.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• Full driving licence and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Proactively contact prospective customers by telephone and email to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• Conduct research to identify potential markets, industries and prospective clients.
• Build rapport and establish strong relationships with prospects to understand their needs and requirements.
• Identify, qualify and progress new business opportunities.
• Manage leads through the CRM system with accurate, timely records.
• Handle incoming enquiries and qualify and route them appropriately.
• Collaborate with marketing to nurture leads from campaigns.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to spot growth opportunities.
• Deliver targeted business development campaigns aligned with objectives.
• Maintain a professional approach in all communications.
• Participate in team meetings and support wider business development strategies.
• Complete campaigns and projects as directed, following processes and procedures.
• Attend meetings as required and prioritise workload with the Team Leader.

Skills

Business development experience

Telesales experience

Lead generation

Telephone skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

IT skills

Self-motivated

Professional telephone manner

Driving licence

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Location: Driffield, East Riding YO25

Salary: A GBP 26,000 per annum + commission (A GBP 6,000:A GBP 8,000 per annum OTE)

Department: Business Development

Working Monday to Friday : Mon to Thurs 8.30am : 5pm : Friday 8.30am : 4.30pm

The Opportunity

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking for a motivated and results:driven Business Development Advisor to join a growing team based in Driffield.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in business development, telesales or lead generation who enjoys identifying new opportunities, building relationships and contributing to business growth.

The successful candidate will take a proactive approach to developing new business, managing leads and engaging with prospective customers by telephone and email.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively contact prospective customers by telephone and email to identify and develop new business opportunities.


• Conduct research to identify potential markets, industries and prospective clients.


• Build rapport and establish strong relationships with prospects to understand their needs and requirements.


• Identify, qualify and progress new business opportunities.


• Manage leads through the CRM system, ensuring accurate and timely records of all interactions and follow:ups.


• Handle incoming enquiries and ensure they are appropriately qualified and routed.


• Work closely with the marketing team to nurture leads generated through marketing campaigns.


• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to help identify opportunities for growth.


• Deliver targeted business development campaigns in line with agreed objectives.


• Maintain a professional approach across all written and verbal communications.


• Participate in team meetings and contribute to wider business development strategies.


• Complete specific campaigns and projects as directed by management.


• Follow established processes and procedures.


• Attend meetings as required and undertake other reasonable duties as directed by senior management.


• Work with the Team Leader to prioritise workload and activities.

About You

We are looking for someone who is confident, proactive and commercially minded , with the ability to engage potential customers and generate genuine business opportunities.

You Will Ideally Have

• Previous experience in a business development, telesales, sales or lead generation environment.


• Strong telephone skills and a proven ability to generate leads.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Experience using CRM systems to manage leads and sales activity.


• Good research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify potential opportunities.


• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.


• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.


• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team.


• A self:motivated and target:focused approach.


• A professional and confident telephone manner.


• A full driving licence and access to your own transport.

Whats on Offer

• A GBP 26,000 basic salary per annum


• Commission of approximately A GBP 6,000:A GBP 8,000 per annum


• Opportunity to develop your career within business development and sales


• A varied role with the opportunity to make a real contribution to business growth


• A supportive team environment

Location and Commuting

The role is based in Driffield, YO25 and would suit candidates who can commute from:

Goole Pocklington Selby Market Weighton Beverley Bridlington Cottingham East Riding

Closing date is 24.9.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.