At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive business growth by managing opportunities and building strong client relationships.
- Company: Join James Fisher, a leader in global engineering services with over 50 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy an attractive salary, private medical insurance, and clear career development pathways.
- Other info: Hybrid working options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in a supportive culture that values your contributions.
- Qualifications: Experience in business development or sales, with strong communication and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About The Role
Full‑time, permanent position based in Norfolk with hybrid working options.
We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Business Development Executive to drive business growth by managing opportunities from start to finish, building strong client relationships, and delivering tailored solutions that create value for customers.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Manage enquiries through to successful conversion.
- Establish, develop, and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders to support long‑term business growth.
- Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and business pitches to prospective clients.
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure client requirements are understood and successfully delivered.
- Monitor, analyse, and report on business development performance, activities, and results.
- Keep abreast of market developments, industry trends, and competitor activity to identify emerging opportunities.
- Contribute to the creation and execution of business development plans and growth strategies.
- Represent the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, and conferences, building networks and generating new business leads.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in business development, sales, or a similar commercial role.
- Good understanding of sales and marketing principles.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
- Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
- Qualification in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or a related field, preferred.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Why Join Us
- Attractive salary and benefits package aligned with experience (Private Medical Insurance, Life Assurance, EV scheme, Cycle‑to‑work scheme, Company Pension, etc.).
- Clear pathways for career development and organisational visibility.
- Inclusive and supportive culture that values individual contributions.
- Meaningful work with impact across safety, innovation, and global operations.
- About James Fisher
James Fisher is a leading global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in challenging environments.
The company specialises in ship‑to‑ship transfer and coastal shipping, providing solutions that protect people, cargo, and infrastructure while shaping the future of global maritime transport.
At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.
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Business Development Executive employer: James Fisher and Sons plc
James Fisher and Sons plc is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Westhill, Aberdeen or Inchinnan, Glasgow, where innovation thrives. With competitive salaries, early Fridays, and a strong emphasis on employee growth and support, we foster a culture that values collaboration and creativity, making it an ideal place for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in product development.
