Business Development Executive

Dawsongroup plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset rental solutions provider in the UK seeks a Business Development Executive to drive used vehicle and trailer sales. The role emphasizes building relationships with customers and managing sales territory effectively. Candidates should possess strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity for personal ownership, supported by a friendly team and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits

25 days leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance (2x salary)

Funded training and development

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Self-starter with trust and responsibility.
• Experienced negotiator capable of closing complex proposals.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Sell used trucks and trailers to customers.
• Manage territory and drive revenue growth.
• Build relationships with customers and partners.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Sales experience

Customer relationship building

Job description

About this Role

Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role? Find out below.

We're looking for a confident, people-focused Business Development Executive to help us grow our used vehicle and trailer sales across the UK. This is your chance to make a real impact in the asset rental industry, selling from one of the country’s most respected truck and trailer fleets.

• Selling used trucks and trailers to new and existing customers (retail and trade)
• Owning and managing your territory, driving revenue and margin growth
• Building lasting relationships with customers, partners and internal teams
• Spotting opportunities others might miss and act quickly to convert them
• Staying informed on market activity, competitor pricing, and customer trends

About You

• You're a self‑starter who thrives on trust and responsibility, with a natural ability to connect, communicate and close. You're proactive, persuasive and not afraid to pick up the phone or walk through the door.
• An experienced negotiator with the ability to construct, deliver and close complex proposals to multiple stakeholders, both trade and retail.
• Strong organisational skills, you're comfortable planning your time and managing your own patch.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider national team.
• Great at building rapport with people at all levels.
• Some knowledge of trucks and trailers? Even better, but not essential.
• We welcome people from all backgrounds, and if you don’t tick every box below, please still consider applying.

About Us

Dawsongroup is one of the UK’s leading providers of asset rental solutions across supply chains, logistics and infrastructure. At Dawsongroup truck and trailer, we support our customers with smarter asset strategies that give them resilience, agility, and long‑term growth.

We’re a purpose‑led business with strong values and a focus on long‑term sustainability. We believe in doing the right thing, ethically, environmentally, and socially.

We support our people with clear development paths, internal mobility, and funded training. Our team is friendly, knowledgeable and ready to help you thrive. Our commitment to integrity, excellence and accountability shapes everything we do.

About Your Future

This role gives you the freedom to take ownership, build your territory, and contribute to a business that’s constantly evolving. You’ll be supported, encouraged, and recognised because we know people are our greatest asset.

• 25 days leave (including your birthday) plus bank holidays and up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme)
• Life assurance (2x salary)
• Funded training and development
• Cycle to work scheme and long‑term incentive opportunities

Wellbeing and mental health support

Dawsongroup is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Our people are our greatest asset.

Are you driven to succeed and motivated to achieve your goals? If you’re a results‑oriented, self‑motivated sales professional looking to make a tangible impact on a rapidly growing company, we want to hear from you!