Business Development Executive

Personnel Solutions is seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to take ownership of outbound sales activity and revenue generation.

This role will involve building a structured sales pipeline from scratch, developing new business opportunities, and then maintaining and growing that pipeline through consistent follow-up and account development.

This is a hybrid role combining business development, account management, and light marketing activity, suited to someone who is organised, self-motivated, and confident operating independently in a small business.

Hours - 

8am - 5pm 

Monday to Friday

Up to £32,000 + Commission

Responsibilities -

● Build, manage, and grow a structured sales pipeline covering prospects, quotes, follow-ups, and converted orders

● Proactively generate new business opportunities within public sector and commercial markets

● Follow up all outstanding quotes via phone and email to maximise conversion rates

● Track and manage all activity using a CRM system or structured spreadsheet

● Identify and target councils, local authorities, housing associations, police forces, and other public sector organisations

● Research upcoming projects, tenders, and recurring signage requirements

● Develop relationships with new and existing contacts to secure long-term repeat business

Requirements - 

● Previous experience in sales, business development, account management, or telesales

● Confident communication skills, particularly over the phone

● Strong written communication and email skills

● Proactive, persistent, and target-driven mindset

● Ability to manage multiple leads and follow-ups effectively

● Comfortable working independently in a small business environment

● Basic experience with CRM systems or structured sales tracking (spreadsheets acceptable)

● Commercial awareness and motivation to generate revenue

To apply for the Business Development Executive role, please do so online and a member of the team will be in touch.