Business Development Executive

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consultancy is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth by generating leads and engaging potential clients. This role emphasizes collaboration, allowing you to work closely with marketing to refine outreach strategies and capitalize on market trends. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future by identifying opportunities within the UK Public Sector and beyond. If you're a proactive individual with a knack for building relationships and a passion for sales, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in sales or business development.
• Experience in IT Services or SaaS is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential clients mainly in the UK Public Sector.
• Conduct cold calls and nurture leads to set up meetings.

Skills

Lead Generation

Cold Calling

CRM Tools

Market Research

B2B Sales

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

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Hybrid Working

3 days office-based in Bristol, 2 days working from home.

About the Company

We are collaborating with a dynamic and innovative consultancy that provides tailored solutions to help businesses navigate complex challenges and drive transformational change. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment, empowering employees to contribute creatively, grow professionally, and make a tangible difference.

Role: Business Development Executive (BDE)

The BDE is responsible for generating and qualifying leads early in the sales process. The focus is on identifying and engaging potential customers, mainly within the UK Public Sector (Local Government, NHS, NDPB, Blue Light, NFP, Higher Education, and Further Education), while also exploring opportunities outside these sectors.

Responsibilities

1. Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identifying potential clients, developing targeted outreach strategies, and building a database of leads using CRM tools.
2. Outbound Engagement: Conducting cold calls, nurturing, qualifying leads, and setting up introductory meetings.
3. Market & Competitor Research: Monitoring industry trends, identifying new opportunities, and gathering intelligence on customer pain points.
4. Collaboration: Working closely with marketing on lead nurturing campaigns and providing insights from customer interactions.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• A degree in a relevant field is desirable.
• Confidence in cold outreach calls, including emails and LinkedIn messaging.
• Previous experience in a B2B environment is essential.
• Experience working in IT Services, Professional Services, or SaaS is beneficial.

This role is accessible by car and train from Bath, Avonmouth, Stroud, Tetbury, and Weston-Super-Mare.