Business Development Executive - Creative & Digital

J&L Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end creative agency in Norwich is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive new business opportunities and build client relationships. The role involves cold calling, client meetings, and collaboration with a creative team. Ideal candidates will possess strong selling abilities, organisational skills, and prior experience in sales or business development. Join a dynamic agency with competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear commission structure

Opportunity for career progression

Qualifications

• Previous experience in business development, sales or account management (creative/digital preferred).
• Self-motivated and organised.
• Ability to manage client challenges effectively.

Responsibilities

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities through cold calling and outreach.
• Attending client meetings and presenting proposals.
• Working closely with the creative team to build tailored portfolios.
• Managing client relationships and driving growth.

Skills

Natural ability to sell

Strong organisational skills

Problem-solving

Confidence

Resilience

Job description

Overview

Norwich City Centre Competitive Salary + Commission Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm

Fancy a career change, and love selling? This could be for you!

Think Marketing Ltd trades across to entities; Out thought and Think Socials

Think Marketing Ltd is a high-end creative agency specialising in graphic design, marketing and web development. We work with ambitious brands who expect premium results, and we are now seeking a Business Development Executive to join our growing team in Norwich.

This role is all about driving new business opportunities and building lasting client relationships. You will be responsible for cold calling and prospecting, arranging and attending client meetings, and presenting Think Marketing as a partner of choice. Alongside this, you will collaborate with our in-house creative team to shape portfolios and proposals, ensuring each client is presented with a tailored, professional solution that reflects the high standards we are known for.

We are looking for someone with a natural flair for selling, who is self-motivated, organised and thrives on problem solving. Confidence, resilience and professionalism are essential, as is the ability to manage challenges and objections in a positive way.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities through cold calling and outreach

• Attending client meetings and presenting proposals

• Working closely with the creative team to build tailored portfolios

• Managing client relationships and driving growth

The ideal candidate will have:

• A natural ability to sell and influence

• Strong organisational skills and self-motivation

• Confidence in problem-solving and handling client challenges

• Previous experience in business development, sales or account management (creative/digital preferred)

In return, you will be joining an ambitious and dynamic agency with high-end clients and premium pricing. We offer a competitive salary, with a clear commission structure paid monthly once targets have been exceeded, the opportunity to work with a talented creative team, and the chance to progress your career within a company that values innovation, drive and client success. Most importantly, we are looking to add an individual who can grow with the business and become a senior member of the management team for years to come.