At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive new business by connecting brands with influencer marketing opportunities.
- Company: Fast-growing influencer marketing agency with major brand partnerships.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, commission structure, and hybrid working model.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of influencer marketing.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years in sales or business development, with a passion for influencers.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
We’re hiring a commercially minded Business Development Executive to join a fast-growing influencer marketing agency working with major brands across social and creator partnerships. This is a pure new-business role at the top of the funnel: prospecting, outbound outreach, and generating high-quality meetings for the senior commercial team.
The role:
- Identify and research relevant brands and agencies aligned to target sectors
- Own outbound prospecting across creative channels (not just standard cold email/LinkedIn)
- Generate and qualify new business meetings with senior marketing decision-makers
- Brief and hand over qualified opportunities to the senior sales lead
- Maintain accurate activity and pipeline management in HubSpot
What they’re looking for:
- 1–3 years’ experience in sales, new business or business development
- Background in influencer marketing, social or digital agencies
- Proven ability to open new conversations and book meetings
- Confident communicator with strong organisation and follow-up discipline
- Curious about creators, platforms and how influencer marketing drives growth
What success looks like:
- Consistent flow of qualified new business meetings
- High-quality prospecting and strong response rates
- Clean CRM hygiene and reliable handovers to discovery
SUMO are an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender. As an employment agency, SUMO are fully committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all (both internally and on behalf of our clients). Thank you for your interest in the above vacancy. Please note - due to the high volume of CVs & applications we receive, we can't always get back to everyone, although we do try our best!
Business Development Executive – Influencer Marketing in London employer: SUMO
At SUMO, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages innovation in influencer marketing. Join us to be part of a diverse team where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of a hybrid working model.
