At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business opportunities and build relationships with C-level executives.
- Company: Join Gartner, a leader in global market expansion and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, uncapped commission, generous time off, and world-class training.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career growth and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make an impact by helping organisations thrive through strategic partnerships.
- Qualifications: 5+ years B2B sales experience and a knack for influencing decision-makers.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
About this role
Our Business Development teams play a critical role in expanding Gartner’s presence across the global market. Gartner Business Development Executives strategically acquire new clients by cultivating trust‑based relationships with C‑level executives to understand their mission‑critical priorities, then uncovering opportunities to deliver client‑value through the lens of the industry in which they operate. Gartner Business Developers own and drive the full sales cycle, from identifying prospects to closure, and then transition new clients to the account management team for ongoing value delivery.
What you will do
- Seek out and drive new business opportunities with new‑to‑Gartner organizations across your territory, from initial client outreach to close, targeting Large Enterprise organizations.
- Convert viable prospects into active Gartner clients, owning the full sales conversation and negotiation, through to the transition of new clients to the account management team.
- Continually build a pipeline of high‑quality opportunities to deliver against your sales metrics ensuring KPIs are met.
- Align the right combination of insight, guidance, and practical tools to bring value to the partnership.
- Quota responsibility for your assigned territory.
- Manage complex high‑revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments.
- Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
What you will need
- 5+ years’ B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments.
- Business development or new‑client acquisition experience in a selling role highly desired.
- Experience selling to and/or influencing C‑Level Executives.
- Proven track record meeting and exceeding sales targets.
- Proven ability to precisely manage and forecast a complex sale process.
- Willingness to conduct travel as needed.
- Bachelor's degree desired.
What you will get
- Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more.
- Uncapped commission structure.
- World‑class sales training programs and skill development programs.
- Annual "Winners Circle" event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers.
- Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that embraces inclusion.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities.
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New Business Development Executive, LE Supply Chain employer: Gartner, Inc.
Gartner is an exceptional employer for the New Business Development Executive role, offering a dynamic and collaborative work culture that prioritises inclusion and professional growth. With competitive salaries, uncapped commission structures, and world-class training programmes, employees are empowered to excel in their careers while enjoying generous benefits and a strong commitment to work-life balance. Located in a vibrant market, Gartner provides unique opportunities to engage with C-level executives and drive impactful business solutions, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career.
