Business Development Representative
Location: Newport, South Wales
Salary: £26,000 basic + £3,000+ achievable commission (sales and retention)
Hours: 40 hours per week. Rota based shifts Monday to Friday 09:00-21:00, Saturday 09:00-18:00, Sunday 10:00-16:00
Contract: Permanent
The Role
A dynamic and growing organisation is seeking confident, proactive Business Development Representatives to drive sales and support customer engagement. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy building relationships that convert into long-term business success.
Key Responsibilities
· Driving sales through high-volume outbound calls, handling inbound enquiries, and making targeted cold calls.
· Engaging leads via email and live chat, using persuasive messaging to convert quotes and boost retention.
· Following up on enquiries promptly, building rapport, and maintaining momentum to exceed sales targets.
· Processing customer payments, ensuring accurate credit control and smooth transactions.
· Supporting campaigns and collaborating with Sales and General Managers to refine strategies and achieve growth objectives.
Requirements
· Minimum of two years' experience in sales, telemarketing, or a similar role.
· Comfortable using CRM systems and communicating via email and live chat.
· Proven ability to meet or exceed sales targets, demonstrating resilience and a proactive approach.
· Strong objection-handling and closing skills.
Benefits
· Competitive salary with a lucrative commission structure.
· Free on-site parking.
· £250 employee referral reward.
· Exclusive friends and family discounts.
Additional Information
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious sales professionals seeking career growth and a role where performance directly rewards effort and results.
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business