Business Development Executive

Data Careers; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Data Careers is seeking a Business Development Executive to generate and qualify leads within the UK market. You will identify potential clients, engage decision-makers, and position IT services solutions across channels.

Based in Kent with a split between 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, the role offers a salary up to £30,000 plus bonus and benefits and a clear path to develop sales skills in a dynamic IT consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in business development or sales.
• Experience with cold outreach across emails, calls, and LinkedIn.
• Strong research and prospecting skills.
• Ability to engage decision-makers and present solutions.
• Experience in IT services or SaaS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation & prospecting including identifying potential clients, developing targeted outreach strategies and building a database of leads using CRM tools.
• Outbound engagement including conducting cold calls, nurturing and qualifying leads and setting up introductory meetings.
• Market and competitor research; monitor industry trends, identify new opportunities and gather intelligence on customer pain points.
• Collaboration; work closely with marketing on lead nurturing campaigns, provide insights from customer interactions.

Skills

Lead generation

Prospecting

Cold outreach

CRM

B2B sales

Market research

Communication

Presentation

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Business Development Executive

Permanent/Full time

Location: Northfleet/Kent - 3 days in Office/2 from Home

Salary: Up to £30,000 plus Bonus and Benefits

We are working with a dynamic and innovative IT consultancy that provides tailored solutions to help businesses navigate complex challenges and drive transformational change. This company prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, where employees are empowered to contribute creatively, grow professionally, and make a tangible difference.

The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for generating and qualifying leads in the early stages of the sales process. You will focus on identifying and engaging potential customers, primarily within the UK Public Sector (Local Government, NHS, NDPB, Blue Light, NFP, HE, and FE), but also explore opportunities outside these sectors.

The role involves researching target organisations, initiating conversations, and positioning products/services effectively. The BDE will use multiple outreach channels (email, digital, phone, LinkedIn, and events) to build relationships, understand customer needs, and assess alignment with the company's offerings. Success depends on building rapport and driving opportunities for the sales team.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead generation & prospecting including; Identifying potential clients, developing targeted outreach strategies and build a database of leads using CRM tools.
• Outbound engagement including; conducting cold calls, nurturing and qualify leads and set up introductory meetings.
• Market and competitor research; monitor industry trends, identify new opportunities and gather intelligence on customer pain points.
• Collaboration; work closely with marketing on lead nurturing campaigns, provide insights from customer interactions.

Experience

• Ideally at least 1 years experience in a business development role but open to candidates looking to start career in Sales
• Confidence in cold outreach calls, including emails and LinkedIn messaging.
• Strong research and prospecting skills, with the ability to identify and engage potential clients.
• Expertise in connecting and engaging decision-makers across multiple channels.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with high level of attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of the sales / discovery / qualification process.
• Previous experience working within a B2B environment is essential.
• Working for an IT Services/Professional Services/SaaS would be beneficial.