Business Development Graduate

targetjobs UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £33,000 + location aid

Quarterly bonus £5,000 (Year 1)

Company car

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Life & Critical Illness Cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Fully expensed travel & accommodation

Laptop & mobile phone

Job summary

KEYENCE is seeking ambitious graduates to start a high-velocity career in sales. You will own a territory, manage client relationships, and drive revenue through field visits, product demonstrations, and closing deals.

The role blends 3 field days with 2 office days, plus a rigorous training programme and ongoing development in sales, leadership and management. UK driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Degree in any discipline required.
• Strong motivation and winning mindset.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK by Summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Be the CEO of your own territory, managing client relationships and driving sales.
• Visit clients, present demos, and close deals on field days.
• Prospect and grow new business opportunities on office days.

Skills

Motivation

Winning mindset

Education

Degree in any discipline

Job description

Locations: Uxbridge or Birmingham

Start Date: 2nd November 2026

Kickstart your career in sales with a global market leader.

At KEYENCE, we’re looking for ambitious graduates ready to take ownership of their careers in a fast-paced, high-reward environment. If you thrive on challenges and want to develop world-class commercial skills, this role is for you.

About The Role

As a Business Development Graduate, you’ll be the CEO of your own territory, managing client relationships and driving sales. Your week will be split between:

• 3 field-based days: Visiting clients, delivering product demonstrations, and closing deals.
• 2 office-based days: Prospecting new business opportunities and building on existing customer relationships alongside your team.

You’ll start with an intensive training programme combining classroom learning and on-the-job mentoring. As you grow, you’ll continue to benefit from structured development in sales, leadership, and management—with every manager at KEYENCE promoted from within.

What We Offer

• Starting Salary: £33,000 + location allowance
• Quarterly Bonus: Minimum £5,000 in Year 1 (guaranteed)
• Company Car*: For business and personal use
• Private Healthcare*: Includes dental, optical, audiology, and subsidised gym membership
• Pension Scheme: Advanced company pension with Aviva
• Life & Critical Illness Cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Fully Expensed Business Travel & Accommodation
• Laptop & Mobile Phone Provided

Please note, benefits marked with an * are taxable benefits.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in any discipline
• Strong motivation and a winning mindset
• A full UK driving licence
• Eligibility to work in the UK by Summer 2026

About KEYENCE

Founded in 1974, KEYENCE is a global leader in automation and control technology, providing cutting-edge solutions in Sensors, Vision, Measurement, Safety, and Microscopes. Operating in 90% of global industries and generating over $8 billion in annual sales, our Direct Sales model and focus on innovation have driven industry-leading profitability and growth.