Why join us
WorkNest, part of the wider Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) division owned by Axiom GRC, is expanding fast. Our group includes experts in Employment Law, HR, Health & Safety, Cybersecurity, ISO, and Compliance – powered by pragmatic advice and cutting-edge technology. Recent acquisitions like Bulletproof, Pentest People, IMSM and Wirehouse have accelerated our growth across UK and global markets, and we’re now aiming for £250m in revenue with >25% CAGR through a mix of organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Why join us
We’re recruiting for a Business Development Executive to play a key role in expanding our direct sales approach to clients who don’t require field sales engagement. As a Business Development Executive, you’ll help grow our commercial footprint by identifying opportunities within existing and new clients and arranging remote and occasionally face-to-face meetings for our sales team. You'll work closely with your manager to understand client needs and contribute directly to revenue growth, supporting our ambition to scale this successful sales channel even further.
What we offer
* Salary: £30,000 per annum plus OTE
* Settling in commission plan for first 3 months
* Great benefits
* Hybrid/remote working (depending on location)
* Opportunity to develop via career pathway
* Supportive team culture and opportunities for learning
What we’re looking for
As a Business Development Executive at WorkNest, you’ll play a key role in uncovering opportunities where we can add real and meaningful value to potential clients. You’ll be responsible for identifying and engaging senior decision-makers, booking high-quality appointments for our Senior Inside Sales Team, and earning commission on every opportunity that successfully converts. You’ll also support the growth of existing client relationships by identifying cross-sell opportunities that highlight the full range of WorkNest services. Effective diary management and a proactive, target-driven approach will be essential as you work toward individual KPIs and business growth objectives.
You’ll also act as the eyes and ears of the market, feeding back insights on trends and competitor activity to our Campaign Managers and generating leads across multiple commercial departments. With clear targets and structured processes in place, this role offers the chance to directly influence revenue and gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced, performance-focused sales environment.
About You
We’re looking for a driven business development professional who thrives in a fast-paced B2B sales environment. You’ll have a proven track record in telesales or outbound sales, with experience engaging senior decision makers and confidently navigating gatekeepers. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll lead conversations, influence outcomes, and turn product features into compelling sales benefits. Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office is expected, along with the ability to work strategically across a territory or sector. Most importantly, you’ll be joining a supportive, high-performing team where collaboration, energy, and a fantastic culture make every success even more rewarding.
Up for the challenge?
If you share our values – Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Inclusion, click the ‘apply now’ button to send us your CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the role criteria.
WorkNest is committed to creating a culture of Inclusion and ensuring that everyone – job applicants, clients, colleagues, and anyone else we deal with – is treated fairly and with respect. We continuously review our policies and processes to support our aim to create a diverse team, however, please speak to our Talent and Recruitment specialist if there are any adjustments, we need to make in order to ensure, a genuine equality of opportunity.
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Closing date: 5th September 2025. Please note: Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. We may look to close the advert early, so please don't delay in submitting an application.
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