Business Development Executive

Overview

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Business Development Executive to join a dynamic and growing digital marketing agency. This role is perfect for a proactive and ambitious individual looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment.

About the Agency

Based in Central London, this agency applies a mindset of continuous improvement to everything they do. They specialise in digital PR, SEO, content, social media and organic strategy, to position brands exactly where their customers are looking. By leveraging organic marketing channels, they drive impactful digital growth across industries such as ecommerce, travel and hospitality, financial services, automotive, and fashion.

Their approach is forward-thinking, enabling them to deliver impactful strategies that create lasting results. Their mission is to help brands get noticed, considered, and chosen.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Business Development Executive to help our client drive new business and support the agency’s next stage of growth. In this role, you’ll work closely with their experienced sales team, identifying opportunities, engaging prospects, and expanding the client base.

With a creative and strategic mindset, you’ll play a key role in building and managing a sales funnel through targeted outreach and collaboration with the marketing team. If you’re passionate about digital marketing and eager to learn more about organic strategies like SEO and social media, this role is the perfect fit for you.

What you’ll be doing

• Proactively seek and secure meetings
• Uncover new business opportunities and evaluate the best fit for them
• Discover and develop target brand lists, and crafting tailored outreach strategies
• Generate new leads through cold prospecting, personalised emailing, and cold calling
• Develop bespoke cadences to showcase the agency’s unique offerings
• Collaborate with marketing and internal teams to identify and connect with new prospects
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, events, and opportunities to enhance your sales efforts

About You

• Previous experience in a sales or recruitment role is a plus, but not essential – having the drive and potential to be successful is
• Highly motivated and proactive in your approach to new tasks and challenges
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and the commitment to meet deadlines
• Outstanding written communication skills at a native English level; fluency in German, French, Italian, or Spanish is a bonus
• Ability to utilise CRM systems and related tools to manage outreach and track progress

The Benefits

• Competitive salary (28-32k DOE) and uncapped commission structure
• Hybrid working
• 30 days holiday
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to industry training and conferences
• Mindfulness coaching
• Health Cash Plan – claim back on everyday health costs
• Dedicated training budget to support your development
• Charity volunteer days – 3 days a year to work for a charity of your choice
• Team socials and office perks
• A clear personal development plan to help you progress in your career

If you’re looking to join an ambitious and supportive team where you can grow your career in business development, get in touch!