Opportunity Development Executive - Assured Energy (Lead generation/Business Development) in Leicester

Location: Leicester | Hybrid

Base salary: Up to £27,000 plus uncapped commission | Realistic OTE £35,750

Assured Energy is part of The Consultus International Group, a cause driven business on a mission to leave the planet in a better place than it is now. We support SME customers with their utility needs while helping them make smarter, more sustainable choices. As demand continues to grow, we are expanding our team and looking for ambitious sales and business development professionals who want to grow with us.

This is a high impact role at the heart of how we grow. You’ll be the first point of contact for potential customers, building the early stages of our pipeline, qualifying opportunities and developing solid skills across outreach, fact finding, CRM use and commercial awareness. You’ll work closely with sales and marketing and enjoy the variety that comes from speaking with different businesses every day.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Reaching out to potential SME customers through outbound calls and email to introduce our energy services across electricity, gas, water and related products.
• Building genuine rapport and creating a positive first impression of Assured Energy.
• Qualifying leads by understanding business needs, gathering key information and identifying genuine opportunities.
• Maintaining accurate notes and pipeline information within the CRM.
• Working towards achievable activity and revenue based targets, celebrating your progress as you go.
• Managing partners, affiliates and introducers to drive increased lead flow.
• Live transferring prospects to the sales consultants or arranging follow up calls.
• Staying aware of energy market trends, contract types and customer considerations.
• Supporting colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to a positive and collaborative sales culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least twelve months experience in outbound calling, sales, lead generation or telemarketing.
• Understanding of the sales cycle and how to move prospects through a pipeline.
• B2B or energy experience is useful but not essential.
• Confident communicator who can influence and build trust quickly.
• Strong written communication for clear and professional email outreach.
• Target driven mindset with resilience and a natural interest in personal success.
• Comfortable working in a KPI driven environment.
• Strong organisation, good time management and attention to detail.
• Comfortable using CRM systems and digital tools.
• Good IT skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email.
• Warm, proactive and self motivated.
• Someone who enjoys building relationships and supporting team success.
• Adaptable, friendly and keen to keep learning.

What You’ll Get From Us:

• Up to £27,000 base salary plus uncapped commission.
• Realistic and achievable OTE of £35,750, with high performers earning significantly more.
• Transparent and rewarding commission structure.
• Hybrid working model.
• Structured onboarding and ongoing coaching.
• Clear progression pathways across Assured Energy and the wider Group.
• The chance to develop into management, specialist roles or senior sales.
• Supportive, collaborative culture with regular incentives, recognition and team rewards.
• Performance based incentives throughout the year.
• The advantage of selling for a trusted brand.

If you are ambitious, commercially minded and excited by the idea of helping businesses make better energy decisions, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your sales career with Assured Energy.

Committed to Inclusion and Diversity:

The Consultus International Group is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds are valued. We encourage suitable applications from a diverse array of talent. Unfortunately, because we are unable to offer VISA sponsorship for this position, all applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.