Business Development Executive in North East

MSF is looking for a motivated Business Development Executive to join the commercial team in Newton Aycliffe. You will support strategic growth across the construction and infrastructure sector working closely with the Business Development Manager and playing a key role in the rollout of a new CRM system in early 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Business Development Manager with lead generation, tender and framework opportunities and maintenance of a robust opportunity pipeline.
• Coordinate bids and tenders including PQQs and ITTs gathering inputs from technical, operational and commercial teams and ensuring timely high-quality submissions.
• Engage with clients and Local Authorities through meetings, site visits, presentations, surveys and feedback activities helping to build strong long-term relationships.
• Contribute to social value and community initiatives including employment and skills, local procurement, apprenticeships, training and community engagement and support related tender submissions.
• Deliver marketing and communications support including content creation, social media, case studies, website updates, newsletters and coordination of events and exhibitions.
• Represent MSF at industry events and networking forums and help organise MSF-hosted events and workshops.
• Administer and champion the new CRM system leading data migration, maintaining accurate records, producing reports and dashboards and training colleagues.
• Provide reporting and analysis on pipeline bids, win/loss performance, social value impact and marketing activities.
• Deliver high-quality administrative support to the Business Development Manager and wider team including diary management, meetings, travel and document control.

Candidate Profile

• 2-3 years experience in business development, sales support, marketing or a commercial role ideally in construction, infrastructure or related B2B sectors.
• Experience supporting bids/tenders and working with CRM systems or databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, confident presentation skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Highly organised, proactive and detail focused with the ability to manage multiple priorities and build relationships at all levels.
• Comfortable with occasional travel and working flexibly around key deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• Experience with Local Authorities/public sector clients and knowledge of street furniture, lighting or highways.
• Understanding of social value requirements and experience implementing or administering CRM systems.

Development and Benefits

• Structured 3 year development pathway including mentoring, bid-writing and presentation training, CRM administration skills and support for professional qualifications.
• Clear progression opportunities towards Senior Business Development Executive, account management, specialist roles or Business Development Manager.
• Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, professional development budget, comprehensive benefits package, modern office with free parking and a supportive flexible working environment.

We are entering a period of significant growth and are seeking likeminded people who aspire to grow with us and be part of our exciting return. We offer a collaborative working environment where we actively encourage and support continuous improvement and career development.

Our Core Values

Our values underpin how we work and act and are crucial to our ongoing success.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are seeking applications from all backgrounds to continue in our mission as an equal opportunities employer creating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment free of discrimination, bullying, victimisation and harassment. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all members of staff throughout employment including remuneration, recruitment, training and promotion of staff. This commitment extends to our recruitment process and the fair treatment of candidates whereby they are assessed in accordance with their skills to perform the role that we are recruiting for and that no candidate or employee receives less favourable treatment or is unlawfully discriminated against on grounds of age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the recruitment process please do not hesitate to contact us prior to application.

Key Skills

• Business Development
• Sales Experience
• B2B Sales
• Marketing
• Cold Calling
• Sales Pipeline
• Salesforce
• Inside Sales
• Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
• Negotiation
• Lead Generation

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1