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Trainee Business Development Executive
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Trainee Business Development Executive – Digital Recruitment Solutions
Location: Winnersh, Berkshire with potential for 1 day WFH
Company: WhatJobs
About Us:
At WhatJobs we power one of the world’s fastest-growing job search platforms — WhatJobs? . Since launching in London in 2011, we’ve grown into a global brand used by millions of job seekers across over 70 countries. As we continue expanding across Europe, Asia, North America, and beyond, we’re looking for ambitious sales talent to grow with us.
The Opportunity:
Are you passionate about digital media, recruitment, or online sales? Do you have a drive to succeed and a hunger to learn? This Trainee Business Development Executive role is your gateway into the fast-paced world of digital recruitment sales.
Working remotely within a dynamic international team, you’ll learn how to build relationships with recruitment agencies, employers, and job boards. Through hands-on experience, mentoring, and cutting-edge tools, you’ll develop the skills needed to become a top-performing Business Development Executive.
What You’ll Do:
- Learn how to identify and reach out to potential clients in the recruitment and job advertising sectors.
- Support in pitching our digital recruitment solutions to decision-makers.
- Assist with creating outbound sales campaigns using platforms such as Apollo , LinkedIn , and email tools.
- Help maintain accurate records in HubSpot CRM.
- Track performance metrics, helping you understand how to measure success.
- Join weekly training and sales team calls to build your knowledge and confidence.
Who We’re Looking For:
- You may be a recent graduate , have some early sales experience , or be transitioning into a sales career from another industry.
- Excellent communication skills – confident speaking to new people and building rapport.
- A genuine interest in online media , recruitment , or digital business .
- Self-motivated, coachable, and eager to take initiative.
- Organised, detail-oriented, and open to feedback.
- Fluent in English; other languages are a bonus.
What You’ll Get:
- Full sales training and onboarding , plus ongoing support from experienced mentors.
- Access to best-in-class tools: HubSpot , Apollo , AI sales assistants , and more.
- A structured career progression path into a full Business Development Executive role.
- Opportunity to work in a fast-growing global company making a real impact.
- Competitive base salary plus performance-related commission as you progress.
Why Join WhatJobs?
At WhatJobs?, you’ll be more than just a number — you’ll be a valued team member helping to shape the future of global recruitment. We foster growth, reward effort, and give you the tools and autonomy to shine. If you’re excited by the idea of working in a high-growth tech company and launching your career in business development — this is your chance.
How to Apply:
Send us your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you’re interested in sales and what draws you to WhatJobs. We’re hiring now and reviewing applications as they come in.
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Business Development Executive
Posted 28 days ago
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Job Title: Business Development Executive – Digital Recruitment Solutions
Company Overview:
What Digital Group stands at the forefront of the online job search industry, continually evolving since its launch in London in 2011. Our flagship platform, WhatJobs?, actively engages millions of job seekers around the globe every minute. With ambitious expansion plans across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, we are seeking high-performing sales talent to help take our brand to the next level.
Role Overview:
As a Business Development Executive, you will take ownership of driving new business across your designated territory. You’ll operate independently in a high-performance, fully remote sales environment, using cutting-edge tools and techniques to attract and close digital recruitment clients. This is not an entry-level role — we're looking for commercially minded professionals who can prospect, sell, and deliver value with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prospect, pitch, and close new business across recruitment agencies, job boards, and direct employers.
- Build and manage a hybrid book of new and existing clients.
- Create and execute outbound sales campaigns using Apollo, LinkedIn, email automation, and AI-driven prospecting tools.
- Analyze sales and performance data to monitor ROI and campaign outcomes.
- Maintain rigorous CRM hygiene and activity tracking in HubSpot.
- Provide weekly written updates and monthly KPI presentations to the leadership team.
Key Qualifications:
- Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in job board sales, digital media, or recruitment.
- Demonstrable ability to hit sales targets and manage commercial accounts.
- Strong understanding of metrics such as CPC, CPA, ROI.
- Proficiency in HubSpot and outbound platforms (Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
- Native speaker of local language and fluent in English.
Personal Attributes:
- Entrepreneurial, self-managing and highly motivated.
- Confident, persuasive communicator and negotiator.
- Analytical and organised, with strong attention to performance data.
- Proactive problem-solver with a natural sales instinct.
- Team player who thrives in a flexible, hybrid international environment.
Training and Development:
You’ll receive onboarding and training from senior team members, access to sales collateral, pitch guidance, and regular support calls. At WhatJobs, we focus on helping sales talent develop rapidly and move up into more senior roles based on performance.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with high commission potential.
- Fully remote and asynchronous work environment.
- Exposure to a growing international brand with global reach.
- Access to top-tier tools including HubSpot, Apollo, and AI content generators.
- Strong internal support from marketing, product, and delivery teams.
- A direct impact role with real ownership.
Why WhatJobs?
Join us at a moment of significant global growth. With over 70 international markets active, WhatJobs is accelerating fast, and we want strong sales professionals along for the journey. We reward results, champion autonomy, and equip our team with the best tools available to win. If you're passionate about digital recruitment sales and want to work somewhere where your performance truly matters — this is the opportunity.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant sales experience and what excites you about this opportunity. We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and looking to fill this role as soon as possible.
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Business Development Executive
Posted 29 days ago
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Job Title: Business Development Executive – Digital Recruitment Solutions
Company Overview:
What Digital Group stands at the forefront of the online job search industry, continually evolving since its launch in London in 2011. Our flagship platform, WhatJobs?, actively engages millions of job seekers around the globe every minute. With ambitious expansion plans across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America, we are seeking high-performing sales talent to help take our brand to the next level.
Role Overview:
As a Business Development Executive, you will take ownership of driving new business across your designated territory. You’ll operate independently in a high-performance, fully remote sales environment, using cutting-edge tools and techniques to attract and close digital recruitment clients. This is not an entry-level role — we're looking for commercially minded professionals who can prospect, sell, and deliver value with minimal supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prospect, pitch, and close new business across recruitment agencies, job boards, and direct employers.
- Build and manage a hybrid book of new and existing clients.
- Create and execute outbound sales campaigns using Apollo, LinkedIn, email automation, and AI-driven prospecting tools.
- Analyze sales and performance data to monitor ROI and campaign outcomes.
- Maintain rigorous CRM hygiene and activity tracking in HubSpot.
- Provide weekly written updates and monthly KPI presentations to the leadership team.
Key Qualifications:
- Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in job board sales, digital media, or recruitment.
- Demonstrable ability to hit sales targets and manage commercial accounts.
- Strong understanding of metrics such as CPC, CPA, ROI.
- Proficiency in HubSpot and outbound platforms (Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
Personal Attributes:
- Entrepreneurial, self-managing and highly motivated.
- Confident, persuasive communicator and negotiator.
- Analytical and organised, with strong attention to performance data.
- Proactive problem-solver with a natural sales instinct.
- Team player who thrives in a flexible, hybrid international environment.
Training and Development:
You’ll receive onboarding and training from senior team members, access to sales collateral, pitch guidance, and regular support calls. At WhatJobs, we focus on helping sales talent develop rapidly and move up into more senior roles based on performance.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with high commission potential.
- Fully remote and asynchronous work environment.
- Exposure to a growing international brand with global reach.
- Access to top-tier tools including HubSpot, Apollo, and AI content generators.
- Strong internal support from marketing, product, and delivery teams.
- A direct impact role with real ownership.
Why WhatJobs?
Join us at a moment of significant global growth. With over 70 international markets active, WhatJobs is accelerating fast, and we want strong sales professionals along for the journey. We reward results, champion autonomy, and equip our team with the best tools available to win. If you're passionate about digital recruitment sales and want to work somewhere where your performance truly matters — this is the opportunity.
How to Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant sales experience and what excites you about this opportunity. We’re reviewing applications on a rolling basis and looking to fill this role as soon as possible.
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Business Development Executive
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Business Development Executive | Twickenham | Salary: £30,000 – £5,000 + OTE 5,000 – £2 000+ (Uncapped) | Benefits: Monthly Profit Share & Private Healthcare
SPA Ltd Commercial Property Maintenance – with over 20 years of experience – is a trusted name in providing commercial, retail, industrial, and residential property maintenance services across the South East and Midlands. We’ve seen exceptional growth over the past five years and are now looking for a passionate Business Development Executive to join our expanding team.
The Business Development Executive Role:
As our Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in driving new business growth and building strong client relationships. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on developing opportunities and wants to be part of a growing company with ambitious plans.
Key Responsibilities of the Business Development Executive:
- Generate leads and develop new business opportunities with property managers, facilities managers, and portfolio owners. li>Conduct market research to identify growth areas and potential clients.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional customer service.
- Attend networking events and represent SPA Ltd in the commercial property sector.
- Work independently to meet and exceed sales targets.
What We’re Looking For:
- < i>Experience in property maintenance, facilities management, or property management (preferred but not essential).
- Proven track record in lead generation and business development.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify market opportunities.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in CRM software (HubSpot experience advantageous but not vital).
What’s on Offer?
- < i>Competitive salary of £30,000 – 5,000, depending on experience.
- Private healthcare after qualifying period.
- Be part of a supportive team within a growing company.
What’s Next?
If you have the sales background and enthusiasm to hit the ground running in this exciting new Business Development role, we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Business Development Executive
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Location: Hybrid – Hessle HQ (easily accessible from A63)
Salary: £40,000 – £5,000 base salary + uncapped performance bonus
Full-Time | Flexible Hours | Hybrid Working
Are you commercially minded, energised by building relationships, and ready to shape the growth of a thriving digital agency?
We’re working with a forward-thinking agency with a strong pipeline of qualified leads and referrals, now looking to add a Business Development Executive who can build on this foundation and drive targeted new opportunities. Whether you’re an ambitious professional with some experience looking to take the next step, or a tactical lead generator ready to influence strategy, this is a chance to make a real impact.
This is not your typical sales role. You’ll help shape how the agency grows, balancing the conversion of inbound opportunities with developing fresh relationships, targeting the right brands, and contributing to long-term commercial direction.
Why this role?
- Shape the agency’s client acquisition and growth strategy as their first dedicated commercial hire
- Convert warm inbound leads while building tactical growth outside the existing pipeline
- Drive opportunities across performance marketing, web development, and eCommerce
- Work closely with senior leadership in a values-led, innovative environment
- Enjoy autonomy, recognition, and a clearly mapped route to progression
- Managing and converting incoming leads and referrals
- Building and qualifying your own pipeline using tools like HubSpot and ZoomInfo
- Leading outreach strategies across email, events, LinkedIn, and phone
- Targeting prospects aligned to the agency’s ideal client profile
- Representing the agency at networking events and industry meetups
- Using AI-powered tools to support lead generation, optimise outreach, and streamline your sales process
- Supporting onboarding and ensuring smooth client handover to delivery teams
- Some experience in business development or client acquisition, ideally in an agency setting
- Confidence managing the sales process from prospecting to close – or a clear appetite to learn
- Commercial instinct and ability to spot opportunities
- Excellent communication and presentation skills – written, verbal, and visual
- Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders – from SME founders to Heads of Marketing at global brands
- Ambitious, driven, and motivated to grow alongside a thriving agency
- £40,000 – £55,000 ba salary + uncapped performance bonus
- Clear path to develop the commercial function and progress into a senior role
- Hybrid working – typically 2 days in-office, the rest flexible
- 25 days’ holiday +
Business Development Executive
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Business Development Executive required. My client is leading supplier and maintainer of Critical power products based out of Gosport and is looking to hire a BDE to join their established team. The ideal candidate will come from a proven new business background, will have experience in the Power sector and will be based within a commutable distance of Gosport.
Business Development Executive Job Overview
- Managing a number of key accounts and maximising returns from these customers
- Initiating contact with and onboarding new accounts
- Working alongside Electrical Engineers to understand and quote Electrical works as required
- Reviewing service reports to determine remedial work required and working with Service coordinators in providing quotations for any work required.
- Arranging and attending review meetings with key accounts
- Ensuring the company is listed on any framework agreements and PSL's amongst new and existing clients
- Identifying opportunities for the company's products and services
Business Development Executive Job Requirements
- Proven previous experience in a Business Development role
- Previous experience managing and developing existing accounts
- At least 3 years' experience working in the Power / Critical Power Sector
- Experienced in winning new business through a number of avenues including but not limited to; tele marketing, face to face meetings; email marketing and chasing down warm leads
- Full clean driving licence
- Based within a commutable distance of Gosport
Business Development Executive Salary & Benefits
- Salary 40,000 - 45,000 DOE plus OTE
- Car Allowance & Mileage Paid
- Monday to Thursday 9:00 - 17:00, Friday 9:00 - 16:00
- Phone and Laptop
- Private Healthcare
- Pension
Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Business Development Executive
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Business Development Executive
28,000 - 35,000 + Training + Progression + Excellent Company Benefits
Hayes, Middlesex (Commutable from: Uxbridge, Slough, West Drayton, Hounslow, Feltham and surrounding areas)
Are you from a sales or business development background, looking to join a leading manufacturer who will invest in your career with full training and offer you the chance to progress into senior roles?
On offer is an excellent opportunity to play a pivotal role in the company, where you will receive ongoing support and training to enhance your skillset and grow within the business.
The company are leaders in their industry and are going from strength to strength. Due to their continued success, they are now looking to add to their closeknit team.
In this varied role, you will identify and pursue new business opportunities, assist the sales department with enquiries and customer management. You will also liaise with other departments within the company.
This role would suit someone from a sales background, looking to develop their career with an industry leading company who will support you with full training and progression opportunities.
(A technical understanding or engineering background is beneficial but not essential for the right candidate)
The Role:
- Business Development Executive
- New business development, and
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Business Development executive
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Our client is looking for their next Business Development Executive to join a dynamic commercial team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building client relationships, and has a strong commercial mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Development: Source, secure, and grow business from both retained and new clients across AIR, SEA, and ROAD import/export services.
Business Development Executive
Posted 2 days ago
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Are you an ambitious and proactive sales professional eager to advance in your career?
An exciting opportunity is available for a driven Business Development Executive to join a dynamic team. Based in Stevenage , this organisation is a forward-thinking apprenticeship provider specialising in IT, Digital, and Accountancy training programmes. This role is perfect for someone passionate about building lasting client relationships and expanding reach in the market.
As a Business Development Manager , you’ll be at the forefront of the company's growth strategy, responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities. Your primary focus will be engaging potential clients, understanding their training needs, and promoting apprenticeship solutions to drive revenue and support workforce development.
What’s on Offer:
- p>Competitive Compensation: Base salary of £33-37k+ plus a generous uncapped commission structure, with potential earnings up to £50,000 OTE.
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Flexibility and Trust: Autonomy in your role with the freedom to manage your own tasks and projects.
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Flexible Work Environment: Choose the working style that suits you—on-site, remote, or hybrid—to support your work-life balance.
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Personal Growth Opportunities: Be part of a supportive team where every day brings opportunities to learn and take on new challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
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Drive New Business: Identify, contact, and build relationships with potential clients, transforming cold calls into valuable partnerships through effective communication and influence.
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Client Engagement: Establish and maintain rapport with decision-makers, listening actively to their needs and presenting tailored apprenticeship solutions.
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Strategic Prospecting: Proactively identify new business opportunities, stay aware of market trends, and creatively position programmes to meet client needs.
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Lead Conversion & Relationship Building: Use CRM insights and strong communication skills to engage leads, schedule appointments, and convert prospects into successful deals.
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Networking: Participate in industry events and actively build professional networks to expand reach and promote the organisation as a trusted provider.
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Achieve Sales Targets: Consistently meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales and conversion goals, maintaining a strong pipeline.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
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Exceptional Telephone Communication Skills: Confident and persuasive on the phone, capable of turning cold calls into successful business conversations.
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Sales & Negotiation: Able to effectively influence and close deals.
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Motivated & Resilient: Self-starter with a positive, proactive, and results-driven mindset.
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Organised: Able to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain detailed records of leads and interactions.
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Strong Communicator: Builds trust with clients, listens attentively, and clearly communicates value propositions.
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Creative & Strategic Thinker: Able to identify potential clients and develop innovative sales approaches.
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Active Networker: Enjoys networking and thrives in social or industry-specific events.
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Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using CRM tools and other digital platforms.
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Target-Driven Experience: A proven track record in performance-based roles such as B2B or telesales.
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(Desired) Apprenticeship Sales Experience: Background in selling training or apprenticeship programmes is a plus, along with a good grasp of the B2B education landscape.
Business Development Executive
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Business Development Executive
Location: York
This role is ideal for a driven individual with a passion for identifying opportunities, building relationships, and contributing to strategic growth within the construction and engineering sectors. You'll play a key part in expanding the company's client base and strengthening its market presence across building, civil engineering, fabrication, fire engineering, and facilities management.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with company objectives
- Identify and engage potential clients across relevant sectors
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, and industry influencers
- Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and bid documentation
- Collaborate with marketing and operational teams to support lead generation and brand visibility
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities
- Represent the company at industry events, networking functions, and client meetings
Skills & Experience
- Experience in business development, ideally within construction or engineering
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively
- Understanding of regional construction markets and procurement processes
Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.