Business Development Executive

Pertemps Scotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the UK is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive growth and expand market presence. You will manage client relationships and identify new business opportunities. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and negotiation skills, and previous experience in a sales role is preferred. This is an office-based position offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary with realistic on-target earnings of £40,000+

Supportive and ambitious team environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a sales, business development, or phone-based role is an advantage.
• Resilient, adaptable, and proactive in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using CRM systems and interpreting data insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage your diary to ensure regular client appointments and consistent activity levels.
• Proactively follow up on quotes and maintain accurate forecasts using the CRM system.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty.

Skills

Strong ability to identify and close sales opportunities

Excellent communication skills

Proven negotiation and influencing skills

Highly organised

Job description

Business Development Executive

Irvine, North Ayrshire

Salary £35,000

OTE £40,000+

Office Based - Mon‑Fri 8am-5pm

Are you a confident communicator with a talent for turning conversations into opportunities? This is a fantastic chance to join a well-established organisation, a business with over 30 years of success supporting their clients across the UK.

The Role

As aBusiness Development Executive, you'll play a key role in driving growth and expanding the company's market presence. Working closely with the wider sales and marketing teams, you'll identify new business opportunities, generate leads and build strong, lasting relationships with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your diary to ensure regular client appointments and consistent activity levels
• Proactively follow up on quotes and maintain accurate forecasts using the CRM system
• Analyse client spend and identify opportunities to grow accounts
• Meet and exceed KPIs by driving meaningful sales conversations and closing deals
• Research market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to uncover new opportunities
• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop effective outreach and lead‑generation strategies

About You

• Strong ability to identify and close sales opportunities
• Excellent communication skills and confidence speaking with new and existing customers
• Proven negotiation and influencing skills
• Resilient, adaptable, and proactive in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities and maintain focus on goals
• Comfortable using CRM systems and interpreting data insights
• Previous experience in a sales, business development, or phone‑based role is an advantage

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary with realistic on‑target earnings of £40,000+
• Supportive and ambitious team environment
• Genuine opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a real impact in a business that values quality, service, and long‑term partnerships