Business Development Executive

Business Development Executive – Recruitment (South West - Hybrid Working) My client is a well-established, multi-national recruitment agency with a strong presence across Europe, and they are now looking to expand their sales function in the South West with the addition of a driven Business Development Executive. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated sales professional to join a forward-thinking, people-focused organisation with a strong reputation in the industrial recruitment sector. The Role This is a pure business development position focused on winning new clients. You will be responsible for identifying, approaching, and securing new business opportunities across a large and largely untapped territory. Unlike traditional 360 recruitment roles, you will not be responsible for filling vacancies — instead, you will hand over all secured business to an experienced delivery team, allowing you to focus solely on what you do best: generating new revenue. Key Responsibilities: * Identifying and developing new business opportunities * Proactively engaging decision-makers through cold and warm outreach * Attending client meetings and presenting recruitment solutions * Building and maintaining strong client relationships * Managing your pipeline and activity through CRM systems (Salesforce) * Networking and developing your professional presence (including LinkedIn) About the Opportunity * Realistic and achievable annual target * Large geographical area with significant growth potential * Access to a well-established client database (lapsed clients count towards your target) * Full support from an experienced recruitment delivery team * Industry-leading tools including Salesforce CRM and LinkedIn Sales Navigator About the Company * A modern, progressive organisation that genuinely values its employees * Strong focus on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) * Excellent reputation for employee care, flexibility, and career development * Proven business model separating sales and delivery — highly effective and results-driven You will report into an experienced and supportive manager who is well-respected within the business and committed to helping her team succeed. What We’re Looking For * Strong business development / B2B sales experience (recruitment experience advantageous but not essential) * Confident communicator with excellent relationship-building skills * Self-motivated, target-driven, and resilient * Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer * Competitive basic salary (£35 + depending on experience) * Car allowance * Uncapped commission structure * Hybrid working (3–4 days from home once established) * Private healthcare (after qualifying period) * Health & wellbeing support * Discounted shopping and gym membership * Career development programmes and online learning * Quarterly team events and annual celebrations * Long service awards This is an excellent opportunity for a sales-focused professional who wants to focus purely on winning business, with full operational support behind them and genuine earning potential. If you’re ambitious, commercially driven, and looking for a role where your efforts are truly rewarded, we’d love to hear from you