Business Development Executive

Job Title: Business Development Executive
Location: Chepstow (Hybrid - office-based Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 + deal-based financial rewards
Reports to: Team Lead - Business Development

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for graduates, career changers, or early-career professionals who want to build a career in sales.

You'll receive structured training, mentoring, and hands-on experience, learning how to generate leads, build client relationships, and grow a profitable pipeline. Within 12 months, you'll step up into a Sales Account Manager role, taking ownership of accounts and enjoying significant earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify opportunities - Uncover prospects across surplus inventory, decommissioned networks, and lifecycle upgrades.

• Generate and qualify leads - Build a healthy pipeline of new business opportunities.

• Engage with customers - Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders.

• Collaborate with internal teams - Work with procurement, engineering, and logistics teams to deliver solutions.

• Track and report progress - Maintain accurate records of activity and pipeline status in HubSpot CRM.

• Stay market-aware - Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to stay ahead.

• Represent the business - Attend events and conferences to network and generate opportunities.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a sales-driven mindset and a genuine desire to succeed.

• Thrives in a target-driven, fast-paced environment.

• Is a confident communicator, able to build rapport quickly.

• Is resilient, proactive, and adaptable with a positive, can-do attitude.

• Is eager to learn, grow, and progress into an Account Manager role.

No previous sales experience is required - just energy, enthusiasm, and the right attitude.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary: £30,000 - £32,000

• Deal-based bonuses (even in year one while you learn)

• Clear career progression: Step into an Account Manager role within 12 months

• Professional training & mentoring from experienced sales leaders

• Supportive team culture with global exposure

• Benefits: 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension, life insurance

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