Business Development Executive

Search; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Executive to join their Events and Marketing team in Manchester. The role involves qualifying leads, initiating client contact, and supporting marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate has proven B2B experience and strong communication skills. With a hybrid working model, this position offers a salary of £30,000 - £33,000 with uncapped commission and an opportunity for growth.

Benefits

Free parking

Hybrid working environment

Qualifications

• Proven B2B experience in business development, sales, or marketing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with CRM tools and lead management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Comfortable with cold outreach and networking.

Responsibilities

• Qualify warm inbound and outbound leads from marketing campaigns and events.
• Initiate contact with potential clients via calls, emails, and networking.
• Present event offerings and marketing services to prospective clients.
• Collaborate with the Events and Marketing team to align outreach strategies.
• Set up meetings between clients and senior sales or account executives.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM systems.
• Track and report on sales metrics and campaign performance.
• Attend industry events and represent company professionally.

Skills

B2B experience in business development

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

CRM tools experience

Cold outreach comfort

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Business Development Executive

Seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Representative to join an Events and Marketing team in Manchester. This role is pivotal in driving growth by identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and supporting the success of our events and marketing initiatives.

You will act as a key liaison between marketing campaigns and sales execution, qualifying leads, initiating contact with potential clients, and helping convert interest into long-term partnerships. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about connecting people with impactful solutions, we want to hear from you.

Salary – £30,000 – £33,000 Basic OTE 1st year £45,000 + 2nd year £60,000 uncapped commission

Location – Manchester – Free parking

Working Hours – Monday to Friday – 9am – 5pm

Hybrid working – Monday Tuesday, Thursday office based and Wed / Friday from Home

Start date – ASAP

Key Responsibilities

• Qualify Warm inbound and outbound leads from marketing campaigns and events.
• Initiate contact with potential clients via calls, emails, and networking.
• Present event offerings and marketing services to prospective clients.
• Collaborate with the Events and Marketing team to align outreach strategies.
• Set up meetings between clients and senior sales or account executives.
• Maintain accurate records in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
• Track and report on sales metrics and campaign performance.
• Attend industry events and represent client professionally.

Requirements

• Proven B2B experience in business development, sales, or marketing roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with CRM tools and lead management systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Comfortable with cold outreach and networking.

Please apply with your most up to date CV if you are interested and have the correct experience.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / beliefs, sexual orientation or age.