Business Development Executive

Absolutely Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Executive to manage and grow client relationships. This full-time, hybrid role is based in Surbiton and involves supporting sales activities and developing new business opportunities in the commercial construction sector. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of experience in sales, are proactive, and possess excellent communication skills. Competitive salary with commission and benefits offered.

Benefits

Ongoing training and mentoring

Quarterly team events

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in sales or business development.
• Driven and ambitious individual.
• Confident communicator who loves meeting people.
• Proactive and motivated by hitting targets.
• Organised, with effective time management skills.
• Curious about property and construction.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and sales activities.
• Act as a brand ambassador representing the company.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Identify and research new business opportunities.
• Use CRM systems to manage leads and track progress.
• Attend client meetings and networking functions.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

CRM systems

Communication

Networking

Tools

HubSpot

Job description

Overview

Business Development Executive
Location: Based Surbiton covering London and South of England
Full time permanent role - hybrid role
Salary: £30K per annum Commission Bonus & Benefits

We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Executive in behalf of our client, a well-established, commercial construction company based in Southwest London. If you're ambitious, people-driven, and want to accelerate your career in business this role gives you the platform to do just that.

Key Responsibilities

As a Business Development Executive, you\'ll work closely with the Sales and Marketing Director and wider team to help drive growth, develop client relationships, and spot new opportunities. Your role will include:

• Supporting the delivery of our business development and sales activities
• Acting as a brand ambassador, representing Maguire Brothers with professionalism and credibility
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Identifying and researching new business opportunities, particularly in commercial property and surveying sectors
• Using CRM systems (such as HubSpot) to manage leads, track progress, and report on activity
• Attending client meetings, events, and networking functions to raise the company profile

Person Specification

• 3-5 years\' experience in sales or business development
• Driven and ambitious individual
• A confident communicator who loves meeting people and building trust
• Proactive, resilient, and motivated by hitting targets
• Organised, with the ability to manage your time and prioritise effectively
• Curious about the property and construction world and keen to grow your expertise
• Comfortable using CRM tools like HubSpot (or quick to pick them up)

This role provides ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development. Regular team activities and quarterly events.