Business Development Executive – Berkshire

Posted by on Feb 24, 2026 in Permanent Opportunities | No Comments
  • Full-time, Permanent
  • £35,000-£38,000 pa + £12,000 OTE

Job Summary:

Our Client are looking for a Business Development Executive to join them on a permanent basis. The Business Development Executive will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong relationships with C level contacts, and driving revenue through strategic initiatives. This individual will work closely with the sales and marketing teams to increase brand awareness and contribute to the company’s long-term business success. You will be booking appointments for the senior Sales People to convert into sales. 

Job Description:

  • Lead Generation: Identify and generate new business opportunities through research, networking, and outreach to prospective clients.
  • Client Acquisition: Develop and nurture relationships with potential clients to convert leads into successful partnerships.
  • Market Research: Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitors to identify new opportunities and stay ahead of industry developments.
  • Sales Strategy: Work closely with the sales team to create tailored sales strategies, presentations, and proposals for prospective clients.
  • Client Relationship Management: Maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure long-term partnerships and repeat business.
  • Negotiation and Closing: Engage in contract negotiations, pricing discussions, and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets.
  • Reporting: Provide regular reports on sales activities, pipeline, and results to senior management.
  • Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and product development, to ensure the seamless delivery of services and solutions to clients.

You will work in a variety of sectors including Infrastructure, Financial Services, Facilities Management, Construction, IT/Telecoms, Government and Transport

The successful Candidate will have:

  • Experience in B2B/B2C sales – outbound sales, cold calling, relationship building etc.
  • A proactive, resilient nature, with strong organisational and time management skills
  • An excellent work ethic, strong team work and a willingness to ‘get stuck in’
  • The ability to commute to our head office within 1 hour, which is located just outside of Reading.
  • Right to work in the UK.

If you are an experienced Business Development Executive in the Berkshire area seeking a new role, reach out to Jade Price to find out more!