Business Development Executive

GerrardWhite; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative talent solutions provider is seeking a Business Development Executive to lead the charge in transforming how businesses attract and manage talent. In this pivotal role, you'll sell a comprehensive suite of recruitment solutions, develop strategic relationships with key stakeholders, and build a robust pipeline through networking and outreach. This dynamic company offers a flexible work environment, real career progression opportunities, and a supportive culture that celebrates success. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the recruitment landscape, this is your chance to shine!

Benefits

Casual dress

Company car

Company events

Company pension

Employee discount

Free parking

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience and recruitment background.
• Strong commercial acumen to shape workforce strategies.

Responsibilities

• Sell recruitment solutions and develop strategic relationships.
• Lead client discovery sessions to identify hiring needs.

Skills

Business Development

Recruitment Solutions

Commercial Acumen

Client Engagement

Market Trends Analysis

Education

Experience in Recruitment

Background in Workforce Solutions

Tools

ATS/CRM Systems

Workforce Tech Tools

Job description

Location: UK-based / Flexible (with travel as required)
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports To: Commercial Director

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping how businesses attract and manage talent? Join a high-growth, forward-thinking talent solutions provider that’s redefining the recruitment landscape across the UK.

About Us:

We deliver innovative workforce solutions across a range of industries, helping clients move beyond traditional recruitment. From RPO and MSP to SOW, Embedded Talent and RaaS, our tailored models solve real hiring challenges with scalable, strategic impact.

As part of our expansion, we’re looking for a consultative and driven Business Development Executive to bring our talent solutions to market and build lasting partnerships.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Sell a full suite of recruitment solutions: RPO, MSP, SOW, RaaS, and project-based hiring.
2. Develop strategic relationships with HR, TA, procurement, and business leaders.
3. Lead client discovery sessions to uncover hiring needs and workforce pain points.
4. Build a robust pipeline through networking, outbound outreach, and industry events.
5. Stay ahead of market trends and competitor activity to offer cutting-edge solutions.

You Must Have:

1. Proven business development experience.
2. Background in recruitment, RPO, or workforce solutions.
3. Strong commercial acumen and ability to shape bespoke workforce strategies.
4. Experience engaging with mid-market or enterprise clients.
5. Excellent understanding of recruitment delivery cycles and contract frameworks.

Nice to Have:

1. Experience in selling or delivering talent solutions (RPO, MSP, SOW, RaaS).
2. Sector expertise in finance, insurance, engineering, life sciences, renewable energy, or tech.
3. Familiarity with ATS/CRM systems and workforce tech tools.
4. Understanding of contingent workforce models and IR35 regulations.

Why Join Us?

1. Work flexibly – remotely or hybrid, your choice.
2. Full support from a collaborative marketing, bids, and delivery team.
3. Real career progression into senior roles or strategic account leadership.
4. Access to high-growth markets and major client opportunities.
5. A dynamic, supportive culture that rewards initiative and celebrates success.

Ready to take the next step in your talent solutions career? Let’s talk.

Apply now or message us directly to start the conversation.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

1. Bonus scheme

Benefits:

1. Casual dress
2. Company car
3. Company events
4. Company pension
5. Employee discount
6. Free parking
7. Gym membership
8. Health & wellbeing programme
9. Life insurance
10. On-site parking
11. Private medical insurance
12. Sick pay
13. Store discount
14. Work from home

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