Elevation Recruitment Group
Business Development Executive
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Job Title: Business Development Executive
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £33,000 - £38,000 + Commission OTE extra £30,000
Overview
Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on hitting targets and winning new business? Are you looking for a high growth role with strong earning potential?
Have you considered a career in software sales? This is a fantastic opportunity to break into a thriving industry, working for a market-leading business with genuine progression and long-term career development on offer.
We're currently recruiting a Business Development Manager on behalf of a market-leading software business. This is a high-impact role focused on driving new business and growing revenue within existing accounts, using a consultative, value-led sales approach.
- Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
- Commission OTE £30,000
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Key Responsibilities of a Business Development Executive
- Drive new business acquisition while expanding revenue across existing customer accounts
- Identify, engage, and influence key decision-makers within target organisations
- Deliver engaging, value-based demonstrations that clearly articulate return on investment
- Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to close
- Build, manage, and progress a strong sales pipeline
- Consistently meet and exceed sales targets and KPIs
- Maintain accurate CRM data, forecasts, and activity records
- Stay up to date with product developments, market trends, and competitor activity
Skills & Experience of a Business Development Executive
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- Experience in a sales role with a proven track record of managing the full sales cycle and exceeding targets
- Strong drive to achieve and surpass goals, with clear personal accountability for performance
- Commitment to continuous personal development and a willingness to learn from others
- Resilient, persistent, and motivated, with the ability to overcome challenges and remain proactive
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport, handle objections, and close effectively
- Adaptable influencing skills, able to engage a variety of customer types and tailor approach accordingly
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with strong time management skills to maintain accurate CRM records and forecasts
- A collaborative team player with a strong focus on customer satisfaction
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