Sales Development Executive

RecruiterReedNewcastle Upon Tynereedpublished 09/16/2026
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Sales Development Representative

Location: Newcastle City Centre - on-site Salary: £27,000 - £34,000 basic DOE + Commission Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a growing and ambitious business operating within the energy sector, helping organisations reduce costs, improve efficiency and navigate an evolving energy market. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a driven Sales Development Representative to join their Newcastle city centre team.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and motivated sales professional who thrives in a high-volume outbound environment. You will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, engaging with decision-makers and securing qualified appointments for the wider sales team.

The successful candidate will be comfortable making outbound calls, building rapport quickly and identifying opportunities within the B2B market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Proactively identify and engage prospective business customers.
  • Conduct high-volume outbound calls to generate new sales opportunities.
  • Qualify leads and understand customer requirements.
  • Book appointments and opportunities for the sales team.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospects.
  • Record all activity accurately within the CRM system.
  • Follow up on marketing campaigns and inbound enquiries.
  • Develop strong market and industry knowledge.
  • Consistently achieve and exceed activity and performance targets.

About You

  • Previous experience within a B2B sales, telesales, lead generation or sales development role .
  • Confident operating in an outbound cold-calling environment .
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Resilient, driven and motivated by achieving targets.
  • Strong organisational and time management abilities.
  • Experience using CRM systems.
  • A professional and consultative approach to sales.
  • Energy sector experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive basic salary.
  • Uncapped commission structure.
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business.
  • Modern city centre offices with excellent transport links.
  • Ongoing training and development.
  • Supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Restaurant, bar, retail, hotel and travel discounts
  • Cash rewards
  • Early Friday finishes (performance-based)

If you're a motivated B2B sales professional who enjoys generating new business and isn't afraid to pick up the phone, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more!