Business Development Executive

Via; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Uncapped commission

Fast progression

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Business Development Executive. This front-line sales role involves generating leads and booking meetings with HR leaders and hiring managers. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in sales or business development, exhibit strong communication skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 plus commission, with the potential to earn £100,000 OTE. Join a collaborative culture in the heart of London.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sales, recruitment, or business development.
• Proven record of hitting call, meetings and sales targets.
• Confident and comfortable with high-volume outreach.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and cold-call potential employers.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities.
• Gather market feedback to inform product strategy.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication skills

Relationship building

Persistence

Self-starter

Job description

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This range is provided by Via. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Location: London (Office Based)

Compensation: £50,000 base salary + commission (OTE of £100,000)

Reports to: CEO / Founder

About Via

Via. is a fast‑growing, AI‑powered recruitment platform redefining how employers and candidates connect. Unlike job boards, we deliver curated shortlists of top candidates within 5 days, using video‑first matching and a privacy‑first approach.

Role Overview

This is a front‑line sales role focused on new client acquisition. You’ll be responsible for generating leads, building relationships, and booking meetings with HR leaders, hiring managers, and business owners. Success will be measured by new employer sign‑ups and job postings on Via.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and cold‑call potential employers to introduce Via. and generate interest
• Research target companies and decision‑makers across priority sectors
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities
• Book meetings and demos for senior sales/leadership team
• Hit weekly/monthly outreach and conversion targets
• Represent Via. with professionalism and energy at all times
• Gather market feedback to inform product and marketing strategy

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in sales, recruitment, or business development
• Proven record of hitting call, meetings and sales targets
• Confident, resilient, and comfortable with high‑volume outreach
• Excellent communication and persuasion skills (phone, email, LinkedIn)
• Self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced startup environment
• Passionate about tech, recruitment, or HR solutions

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + uncapped commission
• Opportunity to be part of a high‑growth startup reshaping recruitment
• Fast progression and exposure to senior leadership
• Office based in the heart of the City of London
• Collaborative culture with regular team events