At a Glance
- Tasks: Learn consultative selling and engage with high-value clients from day one.
- Company: Join CBTax, a fast-growing global R&D tax consultancy firm.
- Benefits: Uncapped commission, competitive salary, private healthcare, and tech perks.
- Other info: Fast-tracked career progression and mentorship from top sales professionals.
- Why this job: Kickstart your sales career in an exciting, high-growth niche with real impact.
- Qualifications: Recent graduates with drive and strong communication skills welcome.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 48000 £ per year.
Salary: Negotiable base + uncapped commission (OTE £50k/€55K in your first year)
Location: Manchester, Northampton & Dublin (Office-based)
Reporting to: Commercial Director
About CBTax
CBTax is an award‑winning, global R&D tax consultancy firm with offices in Manchester and Northampton in the UK, Dublin serving the Republic of Ireland, and our newest locations in New York and Dubai supporting the US and Middle Eastern markets. As one of the fastest‑growing firms in our sector, we specialise in R&D Tax Relief, partnering with businesses across many sectors including engineering, technology, manufacturing, construction, energy, science, agriculture, and food & beverage to deliver robust claims, commercial value, and fully compliant advice.
About The Programme
This is the fastest route into a high‑performance sales career. Sales is one of the most powerful foundations you can build, and R&D tax is one of the most exciting, fast‑growth niches to do it in. You’ll get real‑world training, uncapped earnings, and exposure to high‑value clients from day one. This is open to graduates from any degree background. No sales experience needed, just drive, coachability and the desire to win.
In This Role You'll
- Learn consultative selling, objection handling, R&D tax fundamentals and high‑impact outreach from top performers
- Prospect leads, identify decision‑makers, and open conversations with business owners, directors and C‑suite
- Qualify leads and book high‑quality meetings (pipeline is your main metric)
- Structure your day like a pro using Salesforce, sequencing tools and LinkedIn
- Refine your pitch weekly using real client and peer feedback
- Shadow live deals and soak up mentorship from high‑performing sales pros
- Gain cross‑functional exposure across technical consultancy, operations and client delivery
What We’re Looking For
- Recent graduates from any degree discipline looking to break into B2B sales
- Naturally confident and sharp on the phone and in person
- Strong communicators who are persuasive and likable, not robotic
- Money‑motivated by the idea of earning £50k/€55K in year one
- Competitive, coachable and resilient
- Hungry for real career progression, not just a job
Benefits & Perks
- Commission: Uncapped commission on top of base salary, OTE £50k/€55K in year one
- Pension: 5% employer pension contribution
- Healthcare: BUPA private healthcare
- Tech Scheme: Latest kit through our Tech Scheme
- Employee Incentives: Regular team incentives and rewards
- Recognition: Clear, fast‑tracked path to Business Development Executive and Manager
Only applicants with unrestricted right to work in the UK & Ireland will be accepted for this role.
Business Development Associate in Manchester employer: CBTax
CBTax is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Manchester where innovation and client success are at the forefront. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development, competitive benefits including a generous pension contribution and healthcare support, and a culture that values recognition and rewards. Join us to be part of a rapidly expanding global consultancy that empowers you to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible and supportive workplace.
