Business Development Executive

OA is seeking a Business Development Executive to become an integral part of our client's thriving team.

This opportunity involves joining a dynamic Software company located in Watford, offering a stimulating work environment and ample growth potential.

You will need to be a dynamic and results-driven individual, seeking a career in sales that offers progression and growth. This is a programme looking for someone who is confident in dealing with customers, delivering a great service and building long lasting relationships within the software industry.

Location: Watford

Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm. Office based.

• 20 days holiday, increasing by 1 day per year of loyal service (up to 25 days), as well as an additional 10 paid personal days per year and a half day off on your Birthday
• Day off each year to work with a charity of your choice
• Employee Wellness programmes including puppy therapy, nutrition talks and yoga mornings
• Enhanced Workplace Pension
• Subsidised on-site Kitchen with an incredible chef offering breakfast and lunch every day
• Monthly scorecard bonus marking across a wide range of KPI’s
• A newly renovated office and a fun, vibrant working environment

• You will be enrolled on a comprehensive training programme (6-9 months depending on performance).
• You will be responsible for uncovering new business for yourself and the company and converting these into long-standing relationships.
• You will be picking up the phone and making between 80-100 calls per day, speaking to as many people as possible.
• You will be social selling using your premium Linked In account.
• You will be targeted with securing new business and building relationships.
• You will retain any new accounts and as your business grows the focus will shift more onto account and relationship management.
• Responsible for your own purchasing and negotiations with suppliers and manufacturers

• Well-presented and confident
• No prior knowledge in sales or the IT industry is needed
• Possess strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people
• Someone that can come in and hit the ground running, having confidence to pick up the phones and uncover new business for the company and yourself is essential
• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers
• Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers whilst gaining their trust and respect
• Constantly innovating and trying to improve products and services with the information you get from your customers