Business Development Executive Salary: circa £35k (Basic £25k £10k Commission) plus benefits Location: Fordingbridge. The Role: A unique opportunity has arisen for a well-established print and digital products and services company based in Fordingbridge, seeking a driven and enthusiastic Business Development Executive Trainee. In this role, you will initially be office-based, working closely with the Sales Director to learn the intricacies of the business and sales process. As you gain confidence and knowledge, you will have the option to transition into a field-based role or you can remain office based, representing the company to clients. This is a unique opportunity for someone eager to develop a career in sales. Duties and Responsibilities: * Proactively follow up on warm leads and convert them into new business opportunities. * Drive new sales by identifying, approaching, and securing new clients within your assigned area. * Maintain and strengthen relationships with existing clients, maximising opportunities for repeat and additional business. * Take a strategic approach to business development, understanding client needs and tailoring solutions to secure long-term partnerships. * Independently manage your schedule, booking and attending client meetings to drive sales growth. * Consistently achieve and exceed KPIs through a results-driven and proactive approach. * Build strong rapport with clients to foster trust, credibility, and long-term business relationships. * Travel across your designated territory with your own transport to engage new prospects and generate business. * Effectively convert inquiries into confirmed sales by demonstrating value and delivering tailored solutions. Skills and Experience: * A minimum of 1 years B2B sales experience who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment. * Able to demonstrate a track record of achievement in a sales/customer service lead environment. * Professional and confident communication skills and able to engage customers and build relationships * Embraces new ideas and thinking. * Looking to develop a career within a B2B sales environment. * Exceptional organisation skills * Possesses infectious enthusiasm, with a positive, tenacious attitude with a can-do approach to all tasks * Applicants will need to have a full driving licence and their own transport Salary and Benefits: * A salary of £25,000 per annum plus £10k commission OTE in your first year. * Working Monday to Friday * 28 days annual leave * Company pension * Full training provided on going learning and development * Excellent career opportunities The Business Development Executive would suit candidates with a minimum of 1 years B2B sales experience who thrives in a fast-paced sales environment and who would like to develop a career in field sales