Business Development Sales Advisor

Confidential; Guildford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped Bonus OTE £57,500

Company pension scheme

Income protection

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Training and development

Collaborative team environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to join the sales team in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on generating new business opportunities, developing existing accounts, and building relationships with key decision-makers to drive growth.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, conduct outbound outreach, and deliver compelling presentations while meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in business development or sales roles.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident with stakeholders at all levels, on calls and in person.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a structured sales pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities through proactive outreach.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of client accounts.
• Conduct outbound sales through calls, virtual meetings, and in-person meetings.
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and maintain contact.
• Understand client requirements and present suitable solutions.
• Drive the sales process from initial contact to conversion.
• Deliver presentations and attend client meetings as required.
• Meet or exceed individual sales targets and KPIs.
• Maintain CRM records and forecast pipelines.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maximise opportunities and provide excellent service.

Skills

New business development

Account management

Sales targets

Relationship-building

Communication

Driving licence

Job description

Our client is a growing and ambitious business seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to join their successful sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven individual to take ownership of new business development activities, build long-term client relationships and play a key role in the company's continued growth.

The successful candidate will focus on generating new opportunities, developing existing accounts and building strong relationships with key decision-makers. This role would suit a confident sales professional who enjoys business development and is motivated by achieving and exceeding targets.

Company Benefits

• Uncapped bonus structure with realistic OTE of £57,500.
• Company pension scheme.
• Income protection scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Business mileage reimbursement.
• Full training and ongoing professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities through proactive outreach and relationship building.
• Managing and growing a portfolio of client accounts.
• Conducting outbound sales activity, including telephone prospecting, virtual meetings and face-to-face appointments.
• Building relationships with key decision-makers and maintaining regular client contact.
• Understanding client requirements and presenting suitable business solutions.
• Managing the sales process from initial contact through to successful conversion.
• Delivering presentations and attending client meetings where required.
• Working towards and exceeding individual sales targets and key performance indicators.
• Maintaining accurate CRM records and pipeline forecasts.
• Collaborating with colleagues to maximise commercial opportunities and deliver excellent customer service.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in business development, account management or a sales-focused role.
• Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confident speaking with stakeholders at all levels, both over the phone and face-to-face.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and administrative ability.
• Self-motivated, proactive and commercially focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a structured sales pipeline.
• Team-oriented with a positive and professional attitude.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential as regular client visits and business travel required.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.