Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive - Fantastic environment and progression opportunities

• Based in Leatherhead
• Up to £35,000 (DOE)
• Uncapped commission OTE £50,000+
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 after service)
• Hybrid (1 day WFH)
• Flexible hours

Job specification:

• This is is UNIQUE opportunity to join an exciting growing business in a vibrant office enviroment
• Conduct online research to identify potential new leads and business opportunities.
• Investigate prospects' needs and determine key decision-makers for purchasing.
• Build strong working relationships with prospects and affiliates.
• Negotiate and finalise business deals with clients.
• Address customer needs and oversee the sales process.
• Achieve and surpass sales targets.
• Schedule and organise meetings with clients.
• Plan and support new marketing initiatives.
• Participate in strategy meetings and provide valuable input.
• Offer suggestions for product improvements and development.

Person specification:

• 2 years + experience in business development.
• Proficient in utilising LinkedIn and tools like Sales Navigator.
• Extensive experience in selling and pitching, both over the phone and in person.
• Skilled in preparing and delivering pitches to buyers and similar stakeholders.
• Self-motivated with a positive outlook, driven to succeed, with a strong attention to detail and focus on achieving sales targets.
• Adept at understanding customers' needs, motivations, and concerns, and building strong rapport to close sales.
• Highly proficient with computers and comfortable using CRM systems (experience with Pipe Drive is a plus, but not required).
• Must be sales-driven and motivated by high earning potential.
• Demonstrated track record of success.

Additional Information:

• Company Pension
• Training provided
• Social events

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