Business Development Executive – Twyford - January 2027 start
£27,000 – £30,000 basic salary + Uncapped Commission
OTE Year 1: £35,000 – £40,000
Uncapped commission: recurring percentage of profit from closed sales, paid for the first 6 months of each account
About the Role
As a Business Development Executive, you’ll proactively identify and engage new customers through outbound calling, email, LinkedIn and online research.
You’ll be responsible for opening conversations, understanding customer requirements, qualifying opportunities, and passing well-profiled prospects to Account Managers for ongoing account management.
You’ll play a key role in building the sales pipeline and driving long-term, recurring revenue for the business.
What’s In It For You
- £27,000 – £30,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
- Uncapped commission structure - recurring revenue from sales
- OTE of £35,000 – £40,000 in Year 1
- Opportunity to build recurring commission through multiple active accounts
- Clear progression into Account Management or senior sales roles
- Structured training and ongoing coaching
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas and New Year Shut Down
- Company pension and regular team socials
- Modern office environment
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively identify and engage new customers via outbound calls, email, LinkedIn and research
- Hold structured discovery conversations to understand customer needs and requirements
- Identify, qualify and progress genuine sales opportunities
- Accurately log activity, notes and outcomes within the CRM
- Book follow-up conversations or meetings where appropriate
- Pass qualified opportunities to Account Managers with clear handover notes
- Maintain consistent activity levels against agreed KPIs
About You
- Experience in a target-driven sales or customer-facing role
- Confident communicator, particularly on the phone
- Comfortable with outbound activity and opening new conversations
- Motivated by commission and long-term earning potential
- Organised, resilient and commercially minded
Who This Role Might Suit
This position would suit someone who has worked as a:
- Business Development Executive
- Sales Executive
- Lead Generator
- Telesales Executive
- Inside Sales Representative
- Recruitment Resourcer
- Junior Account Executive
If you enjoy creating opportunities, building pipelines, and seeing the long-term impact of the accounts you bring on, this could be a great next step.
Business Development Executive in Reading employer: Step Ahead Recruitment Ltd Careers
Join a well-established recruitment firm in Farnborough that values your B2B sales experience and offers a clear path for career progression. With competitive salaries, uncapped commission, and comprehensive training, you'll thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and rewards success. Enjoy additional benefits like private medical insurance, generous annual leave, and team-building events, all while working in a modern office environment.
Contact Details:
Step Ahead Recruitment Ltd Careers Recruitment Team
