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.

The Role

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

About You

Essential:

• 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

Personal attributes:

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

What’s on Offer

• 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

Why Apply?

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

Apply Now

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