Sales Development Executive

i4 Recruitment; Norwich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Norwich is seeking two Sales Development Executives to drive growth and client relationships. The role involves generating leads, engaging decision-makers, and managing a sales pipeline. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals eager to start their sales career with full training and support. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and a generous commission structure.

Benefits

Uncapped commission structure

Flexible working hours

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Personal and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or those new to sales are encouraged to apply.
• Must show drive and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to build relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads by identifying high-value opportunities.
• Engage decision-makers through various communication methods.
• Manage a pipeline from first contact to delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Curiosity

Resilience

Business acumen

Job description

Overview

Sales Development Executive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Norwich, City Centre

Working Hours: Mon-Thurs, 11:45am – 08:30pm / Fri 10:00am – 18:00pm

(During the first 2 weeks of training the working hours will be 9am-6pm)

Salary: £27,000 / annum

Benefits:

• Salary of £27,000 per annum with an OTE of £50,000+
• Uncapped and generous commission structure
• Our top performer in FY24-25 earned over £85,000
• Flexible working hours
• A relaxed and fun working environment
• 28 days annual leave inc. Bank Holidays
• Personal and professional development opportunities

Outlook Publishing is an award-winning digital media company that publishes B2B content in markets across the globe, with a constantly evolving product portfolio and client network.

We’re on the hunt for two ambitious Sales Development Executives to join our high-performing North America team. This is more than just a job — it’s your chance to play a key role in driving the growth of our world-class products and industry-leading content across one of the most dynamic and opportunity-rich regions in the world.

The Role:

As a Sales Development Executive, you'll be at the sharp edge of our growth engine — a key player in turning conversations into connections, and connections into clients. You won’t just be generating leads; you’ll be shaping the future of our business in a specific industry sector, one relationship at a time.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Own Your Market – Take charge of your industry vertical, building a steady stream of new and repeat business by identifying high-value opportunities.
• Find the Right People – Use smart tools and your natural curiosity to uncover key decision-makers and future partners.
• Start the Conversation – Reach out with impact via phone, email, video, and more — then craft tailored proposals that speak directly to your prospect’s needs.
• Close the Loop – From first contact to final delivery, you'll manage a busy pipeline, working with internal teams and external stakeholders to turn ideas into successful projects.

This isn’t just a role – it’s a launchpad. If you’re ready to grow fast, work hard, and celebrate wins along the way, we want to hear from you…

The Person:

Are you ready to kick-start your career as a part of a high-performing Sales Development Executive?

Whether you're a recent graduate, switching paths, or stepping into sales for the first time – we’ve got your back with full training and support. What we’re really looking for is your potential, drive, and hunger to succeed.

Here’s what makes a standout Sales Development Executive:

• People-Person – You love connecting with others, building relationships, and sparking conversations that matter.
• Eager to Learn – You’re open-minded, curious, and thrive on feedback. If there’s a better way to do something, you want to find it.
• Relentlessly Driven – You’re not afraid of a challenge. You keep going, keep pushing, and bring resilience to everything you do.
• Business-Savvy – You’ve got a sharp eye for opportunity and a genuine interest in how companies grow and succeed.

You’ll be supported every step of the way, but the success you build will be your own.