Sales Development Executive - entry level

Tate; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus when targets are achieved

Free on-site parking

20 days holiday building up to 25 days

Pension scheme

Full training and ongoing development

Progression to Business Development

Job summary

Tate in Hitchin is seeking a confident Sales Development Executive (entry level) to join our busy team. The role is office-based, Monday–Friday, with full training provided, and offers a clear path to the Business Development Manager role.

You will make outbound calls, introduce our services, identify decision-makers, and arrange appointments for the Business Development team, while maintaining records and meeting activity targets.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and confidence in making outbound calls.
• Willingness to learn; no prior sales experience required.
• Comfortable speaking with new contacts and decision-makers.
• Able to work towards activity targets and team objectives.

Responsibilities

• Make a high volume of outbound calls to prospective clients.
• Introduce the company and its services to potential new clients.
• Identify key decision-makers and research businesses.
• Book appointments for Business Development Managers.
• Follow up via telephone, email and LinkedIn.
• Maintain accurate records of calls and conversations.

Skills

Outbound calling

Clear communication

Resilience

Target driven

Enthusiasm

Learning mindset

Tools

LinkedIn

CRM

Email

Job description

Sales Development Executive - entry level.

Hitchin | Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm | Full-time - Office based

We are working with an established Hitchin-based business who are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Sales Development Executive to join their busy team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in sales. Full training will be provided, and there is an excellent opportunity to progress within the organisation into a Business Development Manager role.

You will be responsible for speaking with prospective clients, introducing the company and its services, identifying key decision-makers and generating new business opportunities by arranging appointments for the Business Development team.

Day-to-Day Duties

• Making a high volume of outbound calls to prospective clients
• Introducing the company and its services to potential new clients
• Researching businesses and identifying key decision-makers
• Speaking confidently and professionally with decision-makers and contacts
• Handling gatekeepers professionally and effectively
• Asking initial questions to understand a client's needs
• Booking appointments for Business Development Managers
• Following up on conversations via telephone, email and LinkedIn
• Maintaining accurate records of calls, contacts and conversations
• Consistently following up with prospective clients
• Working towards agreed activity levels, appointment targets and team objectives
• Passing more complex conversations to experienced colleagues where appropriate
• Developing your knowledge of the company, its services and the wider sales process

Candidate Specification

• Is confident and comfortable making a high volume of outbound calls
• Is prepared to make cold calls and enjoys starting conversations with new people
• Communicates clearly and professionally
• Has the resilience to move on positively to the next call
• Brings energy, enthusiasm and a positive attitude to the team
• Is motivated by targets and takes pride in achieving results
• Is keen to learn and develop their sales skills
• Is interested in building a long-term career within the organisation
• Lives locally to Hitchin
• Is happy to work full-time in the office

Previous sales experience is not essential as full training will be provided. What matters most is your confidence, communication skills, resilience and willingness to learn.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm

Benefits

• Bonus when targets are achieved
• Free on-site parking
• 20 days holiday building up to 25 days after 5 years service.
• Pension scheme
• Full training and ongoing development
• Excellent opportunity to progress into a Business Development Manager role
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within an established organisation

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application