Business Development Consultant
About the company
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Business Development Consultant to join our well-established driving recruitment team.
You will be joining a thriving branch during an exciting period of growth, with the opportunity to make a significant commercial impact by developing new business opportunities and building strong client relationships.
Your tasks
As a Business Development Consultant, your duties will include:
- Proactively generating new business opportunities through outbound sales activity, lead generation and cold calling • Researching prospective clients and identifying key decision-makers • Introducing People Solutions' recruitment services to potential customers • Arranging client meetings, site visits and discovery calls to develop new business opportunities • Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospective clients • Following up with potential customers through telephone calls, emails and other communication channels • Re-engaging lapsed clients and developing relationships with previous customers • Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and candidates • Supporting business development planning and identifying opportunities for growth • Monitoring sales activity, reporting performance figures and working towards exceeding agreed targets and KPIs
Requirements
This role would particularly suit applicants with previous experience as a Business Development Consultant, Business Development Executive, Sales Development Representative or Recruitment Consultant .
- Previous experience in outbound sales, telesales, business development or a cold-calling environment • Proven experience generating new business opportunities and arranging client appointments • Demonstrable track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets and KPIs • Strong relationship-building skills with key decision-makers and stakeholders • Excellent communication, negotiation and objection-handling skills • Confident and proactive approach to developing new business • Ability to manage your own workload and maintain an organised sales pipeline • Full UK driving licence and access to your own transport
- Previous experience within the recruitment industry • Experience developing new business within driving, transport or logistics recruitment
What we offer
This is a fantastic opportunity offering a £30,000 annual salary, uncapped performance bonus, Monday to Friday working hours and excellent career progression opportunities .
- £30,000 per annum • Uncapped performance bonus
As a Business Development Consultant, you will receive
- Simply Health Cash Plan* • Life Assurance* • Cycle to Work Scheme* • Free On-site Parking • Birthday Meal • Family Fun Days • Monthly Social Hour • Birthday Day Off • Annual Award Ceremonies • 28 Days' Holiday • Performance Bonus • Ongoing Training and Career Development
Training Provided
- Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your employment • Ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression
How to apply
If you are an ambitious Business Development Consultant with a passion for generating new business and building successful client relationships, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.
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Shifts
- Monday to Friday • 8:00am – 5:00pm
Available after completing six months' service.