Executive Business Development Director

67 Degrees is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation within the automotive technology industry. We are passionate about delivering innovative solutions that help businesses operate more efficiently and effectively within the sector. Following continued year-on-year growth, we are entering an exciting new phase focused on expanding our reach, enhancing our offering and developing next-generation products and services.

As part of this journey, we have recently moved into our new private headquarters at Brighton City Airport in Shoreham. This exciting milestone reflects the continued growth and ambition of the business, providing a bespoke, modern workspace designed to encourage collaboration, innovation and high performance.

Joining 67 Degrees means becoming part of a progressive and supportive environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, develop professionally and play a meaningful role in shaping the future of the business.

The Business Development Executive role sits within the Sales team and reports directly to the Head of Sales. This is a new business focused role, responsible for identifying, engaging and qualifying new sales opportunities that support the continued growth of the business.

You will play a key role in building our sales pipeline by researching prospects, initiating conversations, and creating meaningful engagement with potential customers. Working closely with Account Managers and the wider Sales team, you will help progress opportunities from initial contact through to qualified meetings, proposals & contracts.

This role is well suited to someone who is confident, motivated and commercially minded, with a genuine interest in building relationships and opening doors. Travel may be required to attend prospect meetings, industry events or support new business activity where appropriate.

• Proactively identifying and researching new business opportunities within target markets
• Initiating outbound contact with prospective customers through phone, email and social channels
• Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities
• Working closely with Account Managers and Sales leadership to progress opportunities effectively
• Maintaining accurate records of activity, leads and opportunities within CRM systems
• Supporting proposal development and follow up activity where required
• Keeping up to date with industry trends, competitor activity and market developments
• Continuously improving sales approach through feedback, coaching and learning
• Reaching out to potential customers over the phone, face to face and through online communication with the phone being the most prominent method.

Minimum 3 years experience in a business development, sales or lead generation role

• A proactive and resilient approach to outbound sales activity
• Comfortable working towards targets and commercial objectives
• Confident using CRM systems and sales tools
• Willingness to learn and develop within a growing sales team
• Flexibility to travel and work outside of office hours

Experience within SaaS, digital, or automotive related industries

• Experience supporting new business or upsell activity
• Familiarity with CRM systems and Account Management tools
• Strong presentation, writing and reporting skills
• Familiarity with consultative or solution led sales approaches

67 Degrees is a specialist automotive digital agency with a reputation for doing things properly. Competitive salary - DOE. Flexible working arrangements, with a primarily office-based setup. 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service. Your birthday off. Modern office workspace at Brighton City Airport with dedicated parking. Office snacks and drinks. This role is primarily office-based at our Shoreham-by-Sea headquarters in West Sussex, with flexible working available. Due to our office location, please note the following:

• Applicants must be able to drive and hold a valid UK driving licence
• A dedicated on-site parking space is included as part of the role

As a creative agency with a desire to nurture the talent in our business, we're committed to in-person collaboration and expect team members to attend the office minimum 3 days per week.