Business Development Executive

Lloyd Recruitment - East Grinstead; Wealden; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing recruitment agency in Uckfield is looking for a Sales / Business Development Executive to strengthen client connections and drive new business growth in B2B and B2C markets. The role offers a competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 plus benefits. Candidates should have a strong sales background, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to work.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Nest pension contributions

Free on-site parking

Refer a friend incentive: retail voucher up to £500

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales or business development.
• Experience in making high volumes of outbound calls.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to previous customers to encourage repeat business.
• Make outbound calls to generate new enquiries.
• Build and nurture client relationships.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Location: Uckfield (office-based)

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 (DOE) + benefits

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.30pm

Type: Permanent

Lloyd Recruitment Services are delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing organisation based in Uckfield. Our client has built a strong reputation within their industry for delivering exceptional customer experiences and high-quality solutions. They are now seeking an enthusiastic Sales / Business Development Executive to join their friendly, professional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, has a flair for communication, and is motivated by achieving results. You will play an important role in strengthening existing client connections while also driving new business growth across both B2B and B2C markets.

Responsibilities

• Reaching out to previous customers to re-establish relationships and encourage repeat business
• Making a high volume of outbound calls to generate new enquiries and identify new opportunities
• Building and nurturing strong client relationships across both consumer and corporate markets
• Preparing and sending proposals / quotes, as well as liaising with suppliers and venues
• Maintaining excellent knowledge of product/service offerings, and articulating this to perspective clients
• Attending a small number of key events to support the business

Key Attributes

• Proven track record in sales, business development, or account management
• Experience in making high volumes of outbound sales calls
• Confident and professional phone manner, with the ability to quickly build rapport
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Motivated, proactive, and resilient with a genuine passion for sales
• A self-starter with a proactive, resilient, and motivated approach to work
• Organised and able to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000 DOE
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Nest pension contributions
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunity to attend high-profile events and experiences
• Work directly with senior leadership and have real impact on business growth
• Supportive, friendly office environment with a collaborative team culture
• Refer a friend incentive: retail voucher up to £500 (full details on our website)

Unfortunately, due to high numbers of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard from us within 5 days, please assume that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

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Lloyd Recruitment Services are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer