Business Development Graduate - Birmingham Summer 2026

Keyence; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market leader in sales is seeking a Business Development Graduate in Birmingham. You will manage client relationships and drive sales while being part of a dynamic team. The role offers a starting salary of £33,000 plus bonuses and additional benefits including private healthcare and a pension scheme. Suitable candidates will have a degree in any discipline and a strong motivation to succeed.

Benefits

Quarterly Bonus

Company Car

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Life & Critical Illness Cover

Fully Expensed Travel & Accommodation

Laptop & Mobile Phone Provided

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a full UK driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK by Summer 2026.

Responsibilities

• Visiting clients, delivering product demonstrations, and closing deals.
• Prospecting new business opportunities and building on existing customer relationships.

Skills

Strong motivation

Winning mindset

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in any discipline

Job description

Overview

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.

As a Business Development Graduate, you’ll be the CEO of your own territory, managing client relationships and driving sales.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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 Travel & Accommodation
• Laptop & Mobile Phone Provided

What we are 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

Accepted degree subjects

Any

Additional job details

• Location: Birmingham
• Salary: £33,000