Business Development Executive

NCC Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme

Pension, Life Assurance, and ShareSave

Volunteering Programmes

Green Car Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Special Time Off

Family Planning

Job summary

NCC Group in Manchester is seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to drive new business, manage client relationships and deliver tailored solutions. You will generate leads, present proposals, and work with senior teams to close deals and meet growth targets.

The role focuses on developing strategic sales plans, nurturing partnerships, and maintaining accurate Salesforce records while delivering exceptional customer value in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales or a similar role.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience with lead generation and account management.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities, growth areas, trends, and customers.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Generate leads through outbound activity, networking and attending industry events.
• Prepare and deliver engaging sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction.
• Work with senior Business Development and Account Management professionals to upskill and develop.
• Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, sales activities and progress in Salesforce.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs by driving business growth.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Lead generation

Account management

Independent working

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

Business Development Executive

Department: Sales

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: GBR Manchester Hardman Boulevard

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to join our expanding team. The ideal candidate is a proactive individual with a passion for building and nurturing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. You will have a strong understanding of the sales process and excel at generating leads, managing client accounts, and fostering long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities, growth areas, trends, and customers.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Generate leads through outbound activity, networking and attending industry events.
• Prepare and deliver engaging sales presentations and proposals.
• Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximise revenue and customer satisfaction.
• Work with senior Business Development and Account Management professionals to upskill and develop.
• Maintain comprehensive records of client interactions, sales activities and progress in Salesforce.
• Meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs by driving business growth.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Proven experience in business development, sales or a similar role.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficient in CRM software and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with lead generation and account management.

Job Benefits

We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits:

• Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme
• Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
• Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
• Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme.
• Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
• Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.