Business Development Executive

Unispace; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission scheme

Generous benefits package

401k

Generous PTO

Other assorted benefits

Recognition

Career development

Focus on well-being

Flexible working needed

Job summary

Unispace in New York is building a brand-new outbound sales team. We are seeking a Business Development Executive to expand our market reach, drive early-stage growth, and engage potential clients through proactive outreach and appointment setting.

You will initiate conversations, qualify leads, and collaborate with senior sales to maintain a robust pipeline. Base pay ranges $60,000–$85,000 USD, plus commission and benefits, with flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year of experience in a client-facing role, preferably within business development, sales, or lead generation in a B2B environment.
• Experience conducting cold outreach (cold calling, email) to generate leads and book appointments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Highly motivated, target-driven, and resilient with a proactive approach to sales.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a pipeline.
• Understanding of the sales cycle and KPIs in BD context.
• Experience in the commercial real estate, design & build, or professional services is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Outreach: Proactively engage with leads generated by both our research team and other sources, primarily through strategic cold calling, to initiate contact and qualify potential client interest and suitability.
• Appointment Setting: Successfully book initial appointments and meetings for our senior sales team, ensuring a consistent and high-quality pipeline of prospective clients.
• Pipeline Development: Actively contribute to the development and growth of a robust sales pipeline by identifying new opportunities and nurturing initial client interest.
• Market Intelligence: Deliver key insights through networking, outreach, and research, gathering industry intelligence relevant to potential client needs and market trends.
• Relationship Building: Develop multi-discipline relationships across the market to cultivate future sales opportunities.
• Lead Management: Undertake lead source analysis and actively manage leads tooptimiseconversion rates.
• Client Strategy Input: Support the mapping and manage client strategies and relationships within key focus areas.
• Innovative Attraction: Utilise fresh and innovative approaches to attract target clients.
• Collaboration: Collaborate across disciplines, regions, and within studios to identify opportunities and drive continual improvement in client engagement.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure all client engagement initiatives align seamlessly with the Unispace brand and values.

Skills

Lead generation

Cold calling

Client communication

Negotiation

Pipeline management

B2B selling

Job description

At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands.

With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients.

Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other.

At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.

Role Profile:

We're building a brand-new outbound sales team in our New York studio, and as part of this are looking to add an ambitious Business Development Executive to our Sales team. As a Business Development Executive in Unispace, you will play a vital role in expanding our market reach and driving growth at the initial stages of our sales pipeline, with a particular focus on engaging with potential new clients. You will be instrumental in initiating crucial conversations, booking appointments, and ultimately contributing directly to Unispace's continued growth and success in delivering inspiring workplaces.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Lead Generation & Outreach: Proactively engage with leads generated by both our research team and other sources, primarily through strategic cold calling, to initiate contact and qualify potential client interest and suitability.
• Appointment Setting:Successfully book initial appointments and meetings for our senior sales team, ensuring a consistent and high-quality pipeline of prospective clients.
• Pipeline Development:Actively contribute to the development and growth of a robust sales pipeline by identifying new opportunities and nurturing initial client interest.
• Market Intelligence:Deliver key insights through networking, outreach, and research, gathering industry intelligence relevant to potential client needs and market trends.
• Relationship Building:Develop multi-discipline relationships across the market to cultivate future sales opportunities.
• Lead Management:Undertake lead source analysis and actively manage leads tooptimiseconversion rates.
• Client Strategy Input:Support the mapping and manage client strategies and relationships within key focus areas.
• Innovative Attraction:Utilise fresh and innovative approaches to attract target clients.
• Collaboration:Collaborate across disciplines, regions, and within studios to identify opportunities and drive continual improvement in client engagement.
• Brand Alignment:Ensure all client engagement initiatives align seamlessly with the Unispace brand and values.

About You:

• Minimum of 1-year of experience in a client-facing role, preferably within business development, sales, or lead generation in a B2B environment.
• Track record of successfully conducting cold outreach (cold calling, email) to generate leads and book appointments.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate value propositions clearly and concisely.
• Highly motivated, target-driven, and resilient, with a proactive approach to sales.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage a pipeline effectively.
• Understanding of the sales cycle and key performance indicators in a business development context.
• Experience in the commercial real estate, design & build, or professional services sectors is a strong advantage.

What We Offer:

• competitive salary
• commission scheme
• generous benefits package
• 401k
• generous PTO
• other assorted benefits
• recognition
• career development
• focus on well-being
• Flexible working needed

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, allowing them to perform essential job functions as determined on a case-by-case basis.

• Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location

Base Pay Range

$60,000 - $85,000 USD

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle where required by applicable law.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Unispace, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, our culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.