Graduate Business Development Representative (HF1364920)

Apprentify; Andover; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commissions

First-year OTE £36,000-£44,000

Structured onboarding

Modern office in Andover

Sales training

Job summary

Apprentify, in partnership with Flourish, is hiring a Graduate Business Development Representative in Andover. You will engage with prospective clients, qualify opportunities, and help build a healthy sales pipeline while receiving comprehensive training.

This graduate role offers £28,000-£32,000 base with £8,000-£12,000 OTE in the first year, uncapped commission, and clear progression into senior commercial roles. Modern offices and a supportive team culture in Andover.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or degree-level education required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident speaking with a diverse range of people.
• Proactive and positive attitude.
• Ambition for a long-term career in sales.
• Resilience, drive and willingness to learn.
• Experience in customer service or sales is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Research potential new clients.
• Reach out to prospects via phone, email, and LinkedIn.
• Build relationships with decision-makers.
• Qualify opportunities and generate sales meetings.
• Update and maintain information in the CRM system.
• Support the wider sales team in achieving objectives.
• Work toward individual and team targets.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking confidence

Positive attitude

Ambition

Resilience

Willingness to learn

Customer service experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Graduate Business Development Representative (BDR)

Location: Andover

£28,000-£32,000 Basic + £8,000-£12,000 OTE

Recently graduated and looking to build a rewarding career in sales, business, and relationship management?

Flourish have partnered with an exciting client looking to hire a Graduate Business Development Representative (BDR) to join their growing commercial team in Andover. This opportunity is designed for ambitious graduates who are eager to develop their professional skills, gain hands-on business experience, and establish themselves within a fast-paced sales environment.

As a Graduate BDR, you'll be at the forefront of the company's growth strategy, engaging with prospective clients, identifying new business opportunities, and helping build a strong sales pipeline. You'll receive comprehensive training, ongoing mentorship, and a clear development pathway into more senior commercial roles.

What You'll Receive

• £28,000-£32,000 basic salary
• First-year OTE of £36,000-£44,000
• Uncapped commission structure
• Full sales training and structured onboarding
• Ongoing development from experienced sales professionals
• Clear progression into BDE, Account Executive, and Account Management roles
• Fun, ambitious, and supportive team culture
• Modern office environment in Andover

Your Responsibilities

• Researching and identifying potential new clients
• Reaching out to prospects via phone, email, and LinkedIn
• Building relationships with decision-makers
• Qualifying opportunities and generating sales meetings
• Managing and updating information within the CRM system
• Supporting the wider sales team in achieving business objectives
• Consistently working towards individual and team targets

What They’re Looking For

• A recent graduate or someone educated to degree level
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence speaking with a variety of people
• A positive, proactive attitude
• Ambition to build a long-term career in sales
• Resilience, drive, and a willingness to learn
• Any previous experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, or sales is advantageous but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to join a company that values potential, rewards performance, and provides genuine opportunities for career progression.