Graduate Business Development Executive (HF1361865)

Flourish; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Uncapped commission

Graduate onboarding and training

Job summary

Flourish is helping a client find a Graduate Business Development Executive in Manchester. The role offers a basic salary of £30,000–£35,000 with uncapped commission and a clear progression path within a high-performance sales environment.

You will receive comprehensive training and hands-on support, with a structured pathway into more senior commercial positions as you develop your skills and lead your own opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate-focused role requiring clear communication and drive.
• Willingness to learn sales processes and grow in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective customers and generate new business opportunities.
• Qualify leads and arrange meetings for the sales team.
• Engage with business owners and managers to understand needs and present solutions.
• Maintain CRM records with accurate activity and progress updates.

Skills

Prospecting

Negotiation

Communication

Research

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree (any field)

Tools

CRM system

LinkedIn

Job description

Graduate Business Development Executive (HF1361865)

Graduate Business Development Executive Manchester / Cheshire | Hybrid Working £30,000–£35,000 Basic Salary + Uncapped Commission

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch a successful career in sales and business development?

Our client is a fast-growing business looking for ambitious, motivated graduates to join their team as Graduate Business Development Executives. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate who wants to develop strong commercial skills, earn uncapped commission and build a long-term career within a high-performance sales environment.

You’ll receive comprehensive training, ongoing coaching and hands‑on support from experienced sales professionals, with a clear and structured pathway for progression.

The Opportunity As a Graduate Business Development Executive, you’ll play a key role in generating new business opportunities and supporting the wider sales team.

You’ll research potential customers, engage with decision‑makers, understand business requirements and identify qualified opportunities. You’ll develop your communication, negotiation and commercial skills while gaining valuable experience across the early stages of the sales process.

This role is designed for graduates who are ambitious, confident, resilient and eager to develop a career in sales. Previous sales experience isn’t required — we’re looking for the right attitude, motivation and potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective customers using phone, email and LinkedIn.
• Engage with prospective clients and introduce them to the company's products or services.
• Speak with business owners, managers and senior decision-makers.
• Qualify prospects and identify genuine business opportunities.
• Arrange qualified meetings and appointments for the wider sales team.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with prospects.
• Understand customer requirements and identify potential solutions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the CRM system.
• Work closely with experienced sales professionals to develop your commercial skills.
• Take part in regular sales training, coaching and development sessions.
• Consistently achieve and exceed activity and performance targets.
• Develop towards managing your own sales opportunities and progressing into more senior commercial positions.

What's on Offer?

• £30,000–£35,000 basic salary
• Uncapped commission
• Competitive first-year earning potential
• Comprehensive graduate onboarding and structured sales training
• Ongoing coaching and mentorship from experienced sales leaders
• Clear progression into **Business Development, Account Executive and Leadership positions

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