Sales Business Development Executive

The Candidate Ltd; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in Greater Manchester is seeking a Sales & Business Development Executive to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the client base and driving the agency’s growth while working in a hybrid environment with competitive salary and uncapped commission. This position offers exciting growth opportunities with a focus on creativity and results.

Benefits

Competitive salary with uncapped commission

Hybrid working model

Regular team socials and company incentives

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management.
• Confident in identifying and converting prospects into clients.
• Target-driven with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Build and nurture relationships with key decision-makers.
• Attend networking events to promote agency offerings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Sales skills

Negotiation

Networking

Job description

Sales & Business Development Executive – Greater Manchester – Marketing Agency
£Competitive Salary + Uncapped Commission | Hybrid Working | Exciting Growth Opportunity

Are you a confident communicator with a talent for building lasting relationships and spotting new business opportunities? We’re delighted to be working exclusively with a leading marketing agency based in Greater Manchester as they look to recruit a Sales & Business Development Executive to drive their continued growth.

This creative and data-led agency partners with an impressive portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. They’re now on the lookout for a motivated and commercially-minded sales professional to help expand their client base, open doors to new opportunities, and support the wider commercial strategy.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with a passion for marketing and a flair for consultative selling. The ideal candidate will be proactive, persuasive, and keen to work in a collaborative environment where their efforts are truly rewarded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive outreach and lead generation
• Build and nurture relationships with key decision-makers across a wide range of industries
• Develop a deep understanding of the agency’s services to deliver tailored sales pitches
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure a smooth transition from lead to client onboarding
• Attend networking events and industry exhibitions to promote the agency's offering
• Maintain an accurate pipeline and report regularly on sales performance and forecasts

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management (agency background ideal)
• Confident in identifying, approaching, and converting prospects into clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Target-driven and self-motivated with a positive, go-getter attitude
• A solid understanding of marketing and digital services is desirable
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary with uncapped commission structure
• Hybrid working model and flexible hours
• Access to regular team socials and company incentives
• Supportive team culture with real opportunities for progression
• Work with a passionate, award-winning agency that values creativity and innovation

If you're a driven sales professional looking to join a fast-paced and ambitious agency, this is your chance to make a real impact and grow your career in a thriving creative environment.

Does this sound like your perfect job? Call us 0161 833 1044, [e-mail] or apply online now!

Please note due to high volumes of applications unfortunately we are not always able to respond to all unsuccessful applicants. However we wish everyone who applies the very best with their job search.

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