Business Development Executive (Ref: 100017)

Forsyth Barnes; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission up to 50%

12-week structured training programme

Dedicated sales coaching

High achiever incentives

Job summary

Forsyth Barnes is seeking Business Development Executives in London to spearhead B2B sales in the FinTech sector. The role includes building client relationships, sourcing candidates, and managing the entire recruitment process.

Successful candidates will enjoy uncapped commission, a structured training program, and significant opportunities for career advancement based on performance.

Join us to leverage your sales experience for substantial career growth in a high-earning environment.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of experience in target-driven B2B sales.
• Ability to build relationships quickly and effectively.
• Motivated by monetary rewards and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through calls, LinkedIn, and networking.
• Build relationships with hiring managers and decision-makers.
• Source and headhunt high-calibre candidates.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Client relationship management

Negotiation skills

Competitive spirit

Job description

If you’re in a B2B sales role and feel held back by capped commission, slow progression, or limited earning potential, this could be your next move.

Forsyth Barnes is a global talent partner in the FinTech technology space, working with high-growth financial technology businesses, disruptive scale-ups, and established global brands to help them build high-performing technology teams.

We’re hiring Business Development Executives to join our London office in a recruitment sales role where performance is directly rewarded.

The role

This is a full-cycle commercial role where you’ll build your own market, develop client relationships, source candidates, manage processes, negotiate deals, and close placements.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Generating new business through calls, LinkedIn, email, networking, and targeted outreach
• Building relationships with hiring managers and senior decision-makers
• Developing your own client base within the FinTech technology market
• Sourcing and headhunting high-calibre candidates
• Managing client and candidate conversations throughout the process
• Negotiating terms, closing placements, and earning commission

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for ambitious salespeople with 1–5 years’ experience in a target-driven B2B sales environment.

You may currently be a Business Development Executive, Sales Executive, Account Manager, SDR, BDR, Telesales Executive, Lead Generator, or working in another commercial sales role.

You’ll do well here if you are:

• Confident with outbound business development
• Comfortable working to targets and KPIs
• Able to build relationships quickly
• Competitive, resilient, and self-motivated
• Motivated by money, progression, and ownership
• Coachable, energetic, and willing to learn

What you’ll get

• Uncapped commission up to 50%
• No thresholds
• 12-week structured training programme
• Dedicated sales coaching from day one
• Clear, merit-based progression
• Promotions based on performance, not time served
• High achiever incentives including luxury holidays, exclusive events, and performance rewards

This is not just another business development role. It’s a chance to turn your B2B sales experience into a higher-earning, faster-progressing career in one of the most exciting technology markets.

To find our more contact Chloe George on 0115 896 1600 / chloe.george.com