Business Development Executive

Do you think you have what it takes to forge a career in Sales? Want to join a fast paced, exciting and growing SME based in Chelmsford? Then look no further!

This international business delivers a unique blend of business to business (B2B) conferences and exhibitions, specialising in the Defence and Passenger Ship sectors. They are looking for hungry and determined individuals to join their delegate sales function. You will be responsible for helping their clients achieve their objectives and ensuring that they provide the extremely high-quality experience they are renowned for.

The role…

As Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for identifying prospects, generating interest and securing participation of industry delegates for a wide variety of conferences and events. Analysing customer feedback, assessing their needs and matching their bespoke solutions is also a key part of the role.

They are committed to their people and offer an exciting career path with excellent progression opportunities based on annual performances. There is support provided by the Sales Director who will conduct a first class bespoke sales training programme that will give you the skills to succeed in their business. The training programme will teach you a proven sales process used throughout the industry as well as skills in overcoming objections, lead generation and market knowledge. They are committed to ensuring you have the support and opportunities to progress on a clear promotion path.

What they need from YOU…..

You need to be determined to meet deadlines and achieve set targets and KPIs

You need to have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to get your point across concisely to people of all levels of experience - particularly over the phone.

You need to be organised and professional, as well as working proactively and using your initiative.

Some experience in sales, business development or lead generation is preferred but not essential; although, you must have evidence of your enjoyment of selling.

Benefits….

- They offer a good starting salary of £20,000 per annum and a realistic OTE of £28,500, made up of monthly commission (which is uncapped) and quarterly bonuses.
- Social team events
- Travel internationally to help run our events
- A generous 5% contribution to your pension scheme
- 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
- An extended Christmas break

If you want to be part of this ambitious and fast-growing team, then please apply now.