An established and fast-growing UK-based security services provider is seeking a Business Development Executive to join its head office team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated sales professional looking to play a key role in driving business growth within a dynamic and ambitious organisation.Reporting to senior leadership, you will be responsible for identifying, generating and qualifying new business opportunities, while building strong relationships with prospective clients. You will support the wider sales function in converting leads into long-term partnerships and contribute directly to revenue growth.This role suits someone who is proactive, resilient and commercially driven, with a passion for sales and relationship-building.Key Responsibilities
Generate new business leads across both large corporate organisations and SMEs using data, LinkedIn and market research
Identify key decision-makers and develop new sales opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospects and clients
Manage and update customer information accurately within the CRM system
Utilise targeted and cleansed data to drive outreach campaigns
Manage automated outreach tools, tailoring messaging and engagement strategies
Work closely with senior leadership on sales strategy and pipeline development
Collaborate with internal teams to support proposals and bid submissions
Leverage LinkedIn and other platforms for networking, brand promotion and lead generation
Provide regular updates on activity, pipeline and performance
About You
Minimum 1 year's experience in B2B sales, telesales or business development
Proven ability to generate leads and build a sales pipeline
Confident communicator with a professional phone manner
Comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels
Self-motivated, target-driven and able to use initiative
Experience selling contract-based services is advantageous
Background in security, facilities management or a similar sector is desirable