Business Development Executive

Veolia; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in the North West is seeking a proactive Sales professional to thrive in a hybrid role focusing on relationship management and business development. Key responsibilities include building strong relationships with clients, understanding industry technologies, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate must have a proven sales track record, excellent communication skills, and experience in presentation delivery. A commitment to transformation and ecological change is at the heart of our mission, offering a pathway to a meaningful career.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Free onsite gym

Subsidised restaurant

Company pension scheme

Wellness resources

Volunteer leave

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales and business development.
• Experience of commercial activities.
• High level of communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with stakeholders and customers.
• Understand industrial cleaning technologies and waste management.
• Present to stakeholders at all levels.
• Attend seminars and events actively.
• Maintain relationships with approximately 60 existing clients.
• Ensure customer satisfaction via site visits.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

High communication skills

Marketing experience

Presentation skills

IT skills

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £40,000 per annum, plus Veolia benefits including a company bonus and car/allowance (total package up to £50,800)

Location: Hybrid and flexible working based in the North West, with regional travel to client sites

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, flexible working

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave
• Facilities including a free onsite gym, parking and subsidised restaurant at our Cannock office
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Establish and develop strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers working within a defined sales process to deliver a strong pipeline for the business unit.
• Demonstrate proficient understanding of industrial cleaning technologies and waste management across the Northern region.
• Present effectively to internal and external stakeholders at all organisational levels.
• Support seminars, open days and events through attendance and active participation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with approximately 60 existing clients in the North West region.
• Visit ongoing operations to ensure customer satisfaction and demonstrate account management.

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• A proven track record in sales and business development.
• Experience of commercial activities.
• A high level of communication skills.
• Marketing experience.
• Face to face presentation & delivery skills.
• Strong literacy, numeracy & IT skills.

Desirable:

• Industrial services or sector experience.
• Experience of the Energy from Waste, Oil & Gas, Automotive, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical sectors.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.