Business Development Executive

Ref: 201-JH

Role: Business Development Executive

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 Per Annum DOE

Location: Sheffield

The role:

Our client is recruiting for a Business Development Executive to support the growth of the business by generating new opportunities within the public sector. Working closely with the senior leadership, marketing and creative teams, you will identify new prospects, build relationships, support tender submissions and contribute to marketing initiatives that strengthen the company’s brand and drive new business.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify new business leads within the public sector.
• Build relationships with prospective clients through email, LinkedIn and networking.
• Manage and update leads using HubSpot/CRM systems.
• Support the preparation of proposals, presentations and tender submissions.
• Research new markets, sectors and tender opportunities.
• Work with the marketing team to produce case studies and promotional content.
• Monitor business development activity and report on performance against targets.
• Contribute to business growth strategies and brand awareness initiatives.

The successful candidate:

Essential

• Previous experience in sales or business development.
• Experience using LinkedIn and CRM systems such as HubSpot.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written skills with the ability to produce high-quality content.
• Highly organised, proactive and target-driven.
• Creative thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience selling into the public sector.
• Experience supporting bids or tender submissions.