Graduate Business Development Manager
Job in
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50, England, UK
Listed on 2026-08-03
Listing for:
First Base
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-08-03
Job specializations:
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Sales
Business Development, B2B Sales, Sales Development Rep/SDR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Cheltenham | Hybrid
£30,000 basic + up to 20% bonus
Are you competitive, driven and naturally great with people?
Are you a recent graduate who enjoys speaking to new people and building relationships? If people often say you would be great in sales, this could be the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career.
We are working with a growing and forward-thinking business in Cheltenham that is looking to bring on a Graduate Business Development Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their career who wants to develop within a commercial, people-focused role with genuine long-term progression.
The Role
This role sits within the commercial team and focuses on generating new business opportunities and building strong relationships with prospective clients.
* Identifying and researching prospective businesses and key decision makers
* Conducting outreach via Linked In, email and other channels to introduce the company and its services
* Building relationships with prospective clients and arranging meetings
* Presenting the company’s services in a confident and engaging way
* Supporting the wider sales team with developing and progressing opportunities
* Maintaining accurate records of outreach and activity within the CRM system
About You
* Recent graduate (any degree considered)
* Competitive, driven and motivated to succeed
* Naturally personable with strong communication skills
* Confident reaching out to new people and starting conversations
* Organised, proactive and keen to learn
* Interested in developing a career within sales or business development
Why Join Us
* £30,000 basic salary + up to 20% bonus
* Hybrid working (2 days per week from home)
* Annual wellness allowance
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Up to 10 volunteering days per year for causes you care about
* Excellent progression opportunities within a growing business
* Supportive team environment with training and mentorship
To be considered for this role apply now or get in touch with Katie at First Base Employment
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