Business Development Trainee

Launchone80partners; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Launch180 is a fast-growing sales and development company focused on progression and performance. You will engage in face-to-face campaigns, learn to recruit and develop teams, and progress through a structured Partner Programme designed to cultivate leadership and strategic business skills.

The role emphasizes practical experience, coaching, and performance-based progression as you build the foundations for future leadership within the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer facing role and strong communication skills are valued.
• Experience in training and leadership development to support teamwork and personal growth is recommended
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Execute face-to-face sales campaigns, representing nationally recognised clients and working towards individual and team targets.
• Develop understanding of sales performance, customer acquisition and growth strategies.
• Learn to recruit, interview, train and develop individuals to build high-performing teams.
• Understand performance tracking, productivity, recruitment and commercial decision-making.
• Learn to set objectives, manage performance and identify opportunities to improve results.

Skills

Communication

Leadership potential

Coachable

Accountability

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Launch180 is a fast-growing sales and development company built on progression and performance. We empower driven individuals to accelerate their careers through structured training, responsibility and a clear pathway into leadership. Through hands‑on experience, tailored coaching and performance-based progression, you will learn how to drive results, develop people and take on increasing responsibility. This opportunity is designed for ambitious individuals who want to progress beyond sales and build the foundations for future business leadership.

What you will be doing

• Execute face‑to‑face sales campaigns, representing nationally recognised clients and working towards individual and team targets.
• Develop a strong understanding of sales performance, customer acquisition and the strategies that drive business growth.
• Learn to recruit, interview, train and develop individuals to build high‑performing teams.
• Understand key business operations, including performance tracking, productivity, recruitment and commercial decision‑making.
• Learn how to set objectives, manage performance and identify opportunities to improve results.
• Develop the leadership, operational and commercial skills required to build and manage your own team as you progress through the Partner Programme.

What we look for

• A strong ambition to progress into leadership and business management.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with new people.
• Someone who is coachable, adaptable and eager to learn through practical experience.
• The ability to take ownership of personal results and remain accountable.
• Leadership potential and an interest in recruiting, training and developing others.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in understanding how businesses grow and operate.

What you will gain

• A step‑by‑step development pathway covering sales, leadership, recruitment and business management.
• Practical experience in executing sales campaigns and understanding the drivers of business performance.
• Opportunities to lead teams, take responsibility for campaign activities and develop management skills.
• Opportunities to attend company events, networking sessions and development trips.
• The opportunity to develop your own team and work towards building an independent business operation through the Partner Programme.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer facing role and strong communication skills is valued
• Experience in training and leadership development to support both teamwork and personal growth is recommended
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field is advantageous