Entry Level Business Development Specialist

Optimus Search; Farringdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in the UK is seeking an Entry-Level Business Development Specialist to identify business opportunities and nurture client relationships. The role includes training, mentorship, and a clear path for career progression. Ideal candidates are recent graduates with excellent communication skills and a self-motivated attitude.

Benefits

Competitive base salary + commission

Tailored training and mentorship

Fast-track career development

Dynamic work environment

Regular team events and recognition

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or early-career professionals should apply.
• Interest in technology, recruitment, or business development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential clients across target markets.
• Support senior business development managers with outreach.
• Develop understanding of services and value proposition.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• Assist in preparing proposals and client communications.
• Track performance and help optimize sales strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Goal-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Recent graduate or early-career professional

Job description

As an Entry-Level Business Development Specialist, you’ll play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, nurturing client relationships, and helping our team expand into new markets. You’ll receive full training, ongoing mentorship, and a clear career progression path within a company that rewards performance and potential.

🔍 What You’ll Do

• Research and identify potential clients across target markets.
• Support senior business development managers with outreach and lead generation.
• Develop a strong understanding of Optimus Search’s services and value proposition.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders through calls, emails, and LinkedIn engagement.
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and client communications.
• Track performance and help optimize sales strategies for growth.

💡 What We’re Looking For

• A recent graduate or early-career professional eager to learn and grow.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, resilient, and goal-oriented.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Interest in technology, recruitment, or business development is a plus.

🎯 What You’ll Get

• Competitive base salary + commission structure.
• Tailored training and mentorship from experienced leaders.
• Fast-track career development with clear progression paths.
• A dynamic, supportive, and social work environment.
• Regular team events, incentives, and recognition for achievement.

💬 About Optimus Search

Optimus Search is a leading recruitment consultancy specializing in technology, engineering, and life sciences across Europe. We connect world‑class talent with industry‑leading clients — and we’re proud of the growth we’ve achieved by empowering our people to think big and act boldly.