Business Development Executive (BDE)

Business Development Executive (BDE)

Location: Orpington
Basic Salary: £29,500 + Commission
OTE: £45,000

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Executive (BDE) on behalf of a fantastic client operating within the apprenticeship and construction sectors.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, ambitious and commercially minded individual to join a growing business, playing a key role in driving new business opportunities and developing relationships with prospective clients.

Key Responsibilities

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Proactively identify and generate new business opportunities.

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Build and develop relationships with prospective clients across the apprenticeship and construction sectors.

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Make outbound calls and conduct business development outreach to potential customers.

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Arrange and attend meetings with prospective clients to understand their requirements.

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Promote the company's services and identify opportunities to secure new partnerships.

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Manage the sales pipeline and consistently work towards agreed targets.

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Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to maximise opportunities for further business.

The Ideal Candidate

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Previous experience in a BDE, BDM or sales-focused role would be advantageous.

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Confident communicating with prospective clients over the phone and face-to-face.

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A proactive, motivated and target-driven approach.

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Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

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Commercially minded with a genuine desire to succeed.

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Experience within apprenticeships, education, recruitment or construction would be beneficial, but is not essential