Business Development Associate – Entry Level | Full Sales Training Provided
Location: Central Bristol | Office-Based
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 Basic + Uncapped Commission
Realistic Year 1 OTE: £45,000 – £55,000
Top Performers: £70,000+
Progression: Business Development Executive → Sales Executive → Sales Leadership
Start Date: Early January
No Experience Needed. Just Ambition.
Are you looking for your first opportunity in sales, business development or a commercial environment?
Business Show Media is expanding its Bristol team and is looking for ambitious, enthusiastic individuals to join us as Business Development Associates.
This is an entry-level opportunity designed for people who want to develop valuable commercial skills, earn uncapped commission and build a long-term career.
Whether you're a recent graduate, have experience in retail or hospitality, or are simply looking for a fresh challenge, we'll provide the training and support to help you succeed.
About Business Show Media
Business Show Media produces some of the world's largest and fastest-growing business exhibitions.
Our events connect entrepreneurs, founders, business owners and senior decision-makers with the networks and opportunities they need to grow.
Operating internationally across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, we're an established events business offering exciting opportunities for people who want to develop and progress.
What You'll Be Doing
- Researching businesses and identifying potential clients
- Contacting prospective customers through calls, email and LinkedIn
- Introducing our international exhibitions to businesses
- Speaking with business owners and decision-makers
- Understanding potential client requirements
- Qualifying opportunities for the commercial team
- Booking introductory meetings
- Following up with prospective clients
- Maintaining accurate CRM records
- Working towards individual activity and appointment targets
- Collaborating with the wider sales team
You’ll receive structured training covering prospecting, communication, objection handling, relationship building and sales techniques.
Who Would Suit This Role?
You could be:
- A recent graduate looking to start a commercial career
- Working in retail, hospitality or customer service
- In an entry-level role and looking for progression
- Someone with some telephone or customer-facing experience
- Naturally competitive and motivated by achieving goals
We’re looking for people who are:
- Confident speaking to new people
- Ambitious and hardworking
- Coachable and eager to learn
- Resilient and positive
- Comfortable working towards targets
- Motivated by earning potential and career progression
Previous B2B sales experience is not required.
What We Offer
- £26,000 – £28,000 basic salary
- Uncapped commission
- Realistic Year 1 OTE of £45,000 – £55,000
- Top performers earning £70,000+
- Full sales training and ongoing coaching
- Clear internal progression opportunities
- Team incentives and competitions
- International event exposure
- Regular team socials
- A professional and supportive office environment
Your Career Path
Business Development Associate → Business Development Executive → Sales Executive → Senior Sales Executive → Sales Leadership.
We believe in developing our people internally and rewarding those who demonstrate commitment, improvement and strong performance.
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Business Development Associate – Entry Level | Full Sales Training Provided employer: Business Show Media Ltd
Business Show Media is an exceptional employer for aspiring sales professionals, offering a dynamic work environment in Bristol where you can thrive and grow. With structured training, ongoing coaching, and clear progression paths, you'll be supported every step of the way as you develop valuable commercial skills. The collaborative culture, coupled with opportunities to attend major events and engage with industry leaders, makes this role not just a job, but a meaningful career launchpad.
