Business Development Executive

i2i Independent Recruitment Consultancy Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a dynamic Business Development Executive in Cheltenham. With a starting salary of £35,000 and uncapped commission, you have the potential to earn over £50,000 in your first year. Ideal candidates are driven salespeople with experience in telesales, eager to build customer relationships and achieve targets. The role offers a supportive culture with various perks including bonuses and health insurance.

Benefits

Uncapped monthly commission

Regular bonuses and incentives

Private Health Insurance

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Modern office space with on-site facilities

Qualifications

• Hungry to achieve and exceed targets.
• Natural ability to build trust and rapport quickly.
• Experience in telesales or customer-focused position is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Engaging new and existing customers to understand their needs.
• Recommending tailored insurance solutions.
• Handling objections and closing sales.

Skills

Self-motivated and results-focused mindset

Confidence communicating with customers

Proven success in a sales role

Ability to build trust and rapport

Experience in telesales or phone-based selling

Job description

Business Development Executive

35,000 + Uncapped Commission (OTE £50,000+ in Year 1)

Cheltenham

Are you a driven, ambitious salesperson ready to take your earnings and career to the next level?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-reward environment where success is recognised and celebrated?

We’re on the lookout for standout sales talent to join a brand‑new Cheltenham office for one of the UK’s leading financial services organisations.

What’s in it for you?

• 35,000 basic salary, full‑time and permanent (Monday‑Friday)
• Uncapped monthly commission – realistic £50k OTE in year one, with £70k+ achievable as you grow
• Regular bonuses and incentives for top performers
• Brand‑new, modern office space in central Cheltenham – complete with on‑site café, restaurant, and regular team events
• Income Protection & Life Assurance
• Subsidised Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Supportive, friendly culture where success is recognised and rewarded

What you’ll bring

• A self‑motivated, results‑focused mindset
• You’re hungry to achieve and exceed targets
• Confidence communicating with customers from all backgrounds via phone and email
• A natural ability to build trust and rapport quickly
• Proven success in a sales role – whether in telesales, account management, or a customer‑focused position
• Experience in telesales or phone‑based selling
• Background or interest in Private Medical Insurance (PMI) desirable but not essential

What you’ll be doing

• Engaging new and existing customers to understand their needs and budgets
• Recommending tailored insurance solutions from top UK providers
• Confidently handling objections and closing sales
• Delivering exceptional service while sometimes achieving personal and team targets

If you’re eager to join a thriving business where your hard work truly pays off – both in earnings and opportunity, this could be your next big move!

Interested? Send your most up‑to‑date CV to Ellie at i2i recruitment today!

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