Business Development Executive

Overview

Gillespie Recruitment are working with a well-established and growing organisation to recruit a Business Development Executive. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional looking to join a high-performing team in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

You will play a key role in driving business growth through new business generation and account management, with clear opportunities for progression.

As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for managing the full sales cycle, from initial contact through to closing and account development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Generating new business through proactive outbound sales activity
• Managing and developing an existing client base
• Converting inbound enquiries into sales opportunities
• Building strong, long-term customer relationships
• Achieving and exceeding sales targets
• Maintaining accurate CRM records and pipeline activity
• Preparing quotations and processing sales orders
• Liaising with internal teams to ensure smooth delivery

• Proven experience in sales, business development, or account management
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Experience working to targets in a commercial environment
• Confident using CRM systems

• Motivated, proactive, and results-driven
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Resilient and target-focused
• Collaborative team player

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Performance-related bonus and incentives
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Clear opportunities for career progression

• Join a growing and successful business
• Work within a supportive and high-performing team
• Take on a role with real impact on business growth

If you are looking to take the next step in your sales career, apply today or contact Gillespie Recruitment for more information