Business Development Executive - SaaS

Remote Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic UK-based SaaS company is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive client acquisition and expand market reach. This remote role is ideal for driven professionals with experience in B2B sales or business development, particularly in the tech sector. Strong communication skills and familiarity with CRM tools are essential. Join a supportive international team and grow your career in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a business development or B2B sales role, ideally within the SaaS or tech industry.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a proven track record of closing deals.
• Experience working with international clients; UK market experience is a plus.
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and engage with new business opportunities across key verticals.
• Conduct outbound prospecting via email, calls, LinkedIn, and other channels.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to close.
• Develop tailored proposals and deliver compelling product demos to prospective clients.

Skills

Business Development

B2B Sales

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

Job description

Job Overview:

We’re looking for a dynamic and results-drivenBusiness Development Executive to join a fast-growing UK-based SaaS company. In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving new client acquisition, nurturing sales pipelines, and expanding market reach. You'll be working remotely with a supportive international team that values innovation, collaboration, and high performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for South African professionals with a passion for tech and sales to grow their career with a forward-thinking UK organisation. Prior UK market experience is an advantage but not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, qualify, and engage with new business opportunities across key verticals.
• Conduct outbound prospecting via email, calls, LinkedIn, and other channels.
• Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to close.
• Develop tailored proposals and deliver compelling product demos to prospective clients.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align lead generation strategies with business goals.
• Maintain accurate CRM records and report on key metrics.
• Stay updated on industry trends, product developments, and competitor activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a business development or B2B sales role, ideally within the SaaS or tech industry. - MUST have experience in BD or B2B sales role in SAAS Tech or AI space
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a proven track record of closing deals.
• Experience working with international clients; UK market experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with CRM tools such as HubSpot or Salesforce.
• Self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Must have access to a reliable internet connection and a laptop or desktop computer.