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