Senior Business Development Executive

Gi Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in London is seeking a Senior Business Development Executive to drive growth in the industrial sector. The role involves strategic prospecting, building relationships, and managing pipelines. A competitive salary of up to £45k plus commission, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package are offered. Ideal candidates will demonstrate sales expertise and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Excellent commission structure

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in sales within the industrial sector.
• Ability to communicate effectively and build rapport.
• Assertive and goal-oriented with a positive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target new prospects in the industrial sector.
• Establish and maintain key relationships with decision-makers.
• Manage a robust prospect and pipeline list effectively.
• Focus on securing high-value accounts to meet KPIs.
• Proactively engage clients and promote services.

Skills

Sales expertise in industrial recruitment

Exceptional communication skills

Strong negotiation skills

Ability to manage end-to-end tender process

Goal-oriented with tenacity

Strong relationship-building abilities

Job description

Senior Business Development Executive

Up to £45k Basic | Excellent Commission Structure | Car Allowance | Comprehensive Benefits Package

Location: West London

At Gi Group, we are inspired by the people we work with, and our mission is to make the world of work more enjoyable for everyone. Right now, we’re looking for a passionate and results‑driven Senior Business Development Executive to join our energetic team in West London.

What will you do?

As a Senior Business Development Executive, you’ll be an integral part of our West London team, aligned with all the companies under the Gi Group Holdings brand (including Gi Group, Grafton Recruitment, Marks Sattin, and Intoo). You’ll focus on the industrial sector, leveraging your expertise to generate high‑volume opportunities and contribute to the growth of our business.

Why join Gi Group?

• Be part of a forward‑thinking, people‑focused organisation dedicated to making work better for everyone.
• Collaborate with talented colleagues across multiple brands and industries.
• Enjoy a supportive environment that values innovation, ambition, and results.

What's on offer?

• Competitive Salary: Up to £45k basic plus an excellent commission structure.
• Car Allowance: We’ve got you covered with flexible travel options.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Designed to support your personal and professional well‑being.

Senior Business Development Executive Responsibilities (Not Limited To)

• Strategic Prospecting: Identify and target new prospects and opportunities within the industrial sector, aligning with the company’s overall sales and growth strategy.
• Building Influential Relationships: Identify key decision‑makers and influential stakeholders, fostering positive relationships to showcase how Gi Group can deliver value and solutions tailored to their needs.
• Pipeline Management: Develop and maintain a robust prospect and pipeline list, effectively managing your time and working autonomously to drive results.
• Targeting High‑Value Accounts: Focus on securing large‑spend accounts and volume opportunities to meet and exceed KPIs and sales targets.
• Client Engagement: Proactively prospect clients and attend meetings, both face‑to‑face and remotely, to promote Gi Group’s services and solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Support fellow Business Development team members to maximise productivity and drive collective success across the team.

Senior Business Development Executive Skills

• Proven Sales Expertise: Demonstrated success in sales within an industrial recruitment environment, with a focus on securing high‑volume opportunities.
• Tender Process Knowledge: Experience in managing the end‑to‑end tender process is advantageous but not essential.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and adapt your approach to suit different audiences, building rapport effortlessly and remaining composed under pressure.
• Strong Negotiation Skills: Confidently influence stakeholders at all levels with persuasive and impactful negotiation abilities.
• Personable and Approachable: Friendly, engaging, and able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
• Confident and Positive Mindset: A proactive "can‑do" attitude with self‑belief and determination to deliver results, even under tight deadlines.
• Tenacity and Drive: Persistent and goal‑oriented, with the ability to overcome obstacles and maintain focus on success.
• Collaborative Team Player: A cooperative and inclusive style, actively listening to others and working together to achieve shared goals.

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in Business, pledge members for Neurodiversity in Business, Disability committed members, Gold status pledge members for the Armed Forces Covenant, and Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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