Business Development Specialist

First Achieve; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonus scheme

Fully funded training leading to認ogned

Job summary

First Achieve, a growing credit control firm in Glasgow, seeks a Sales & Business Development professional to support expansion. This full-time, office-based role offers flexible hours to accommodate postgraduate study or school term schedules for parents or carers.

You will generate leads, engage clients, assist with marketing, manage databases and help management drive growth, with potential progression into a team management role as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in sales support or business development is essential unless you hold the qualifications outlined below.
• Candidates without direct business development experience will be considered if they hold a degree-level qualification (e.g. Business Management, Marketing, or a related field).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify new prospects, market trends, and business opportunities through research and data analysis.
• Client Engagement: Conduct initial outreach to prospective clients, follow up on leads, and arrange meetings for senior management.
• Marketing Support: Assist with the planning and execution of marketing initiatives, including drafting marketing materials and social media content.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client information, leads, and sales activity.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with management to support business development strategies and broader growth initiatives.
• Reporting: Monitor sales activity and performance, providing regular reports and insights to management.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Degree-level qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a rapidly growing Credit Control firm based on the south side of Glasgow. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Sales & Business Development professional to support our continued expansion.

This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, organised, and keen to build a long-term career in sales and business development within a growing company. As we continue to expand, you will have genuine opportunities for career progression, including a move into a team management role.

This is a full-time, office-based position at our Glasgow office. However, we can offer flexibility in working hours, including arrangements to accommodate postgraduate study or school term-time schedules for parents or carers.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead Generation & Prospecting: Identify new prospects, market trends, and business opportunities through research and data analysis.
• Client Engagement: Conduct initial outreach to prospective clients, follow up on leads, and arrange meetings for senior management.
• Marketing Support: Assist with the planning and execution of marketing initiatives, including drafting marketing materials and social media content.
• Database Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client information, leads, and sales activity.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with management to support business development strategies and broader growth initiatives.
• Reporting: Monitor sales activity and performance, providing regular reports and insights to management.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Previous experience in sales support or business development is essential, unless you hold the qualifications outlined below.
• Education: Candidates without direct business development experience will be considered if they hold a degree-level qualification (e.g. Business Management, Marketing, or a related field).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Personal Attributes: Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary of (depending on experience)
• Company bonus scheme
• Fully funded, role-specific training leading to recognised qualifications
• Potential advancement into a team management role as the company grows
• Flexible working arrangements to support your lifestyle