OSBORNE APPOINTMENTS LIMITED
Business Development Executive

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OA is seeking a Business Development Executive to become an integral part of our client's thriving team.
This opportunity involves joining a dynamic Software company located in Watford, offering a stimulating work environment and ample growth potential.
You will need to be a dynamic and results-driven individual, seeking a career in sales that offers progression and growth. This is a programme looking for someone who is confident in dealing with customers, delivering a great service and building long lasting relationships within the software industry.
Location: Watford
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am-5:30pm. Office based.
Salary: £32,000-£35,000 + uncapped commission
Business Development Executive - Benefits:
- 20 days holiday, increasing by 1 day per year of loyal service (up to 25 days), as well as an additional 10 paid personal days per year and a half day off on your Birthday
- Day off each year to work with a charity of your choice
- Employee Wellness programmes including puppy therapy, nutrition talks and yoga mornings
- Enhanced Workplace Pension
- Subsidised on-site Kitchen with an incredible chef offering breakfast and lunch every day
- Monthly scorecard bonus marking across a wide range of KPI’s
- A newly renovated office and a fun, vibrant working environment
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Business Development Executive - Key Responsibilities:
- You will be enrolled on a comprehensive training programme (6-9 months depending on performance).
- You will be responsible for uncovering new business for yourself and the company and converting these into long-standing relationships.
- You will be picking up the phone and making between 80-100 calls per day, speaking to as many people as possible.
- You will be social selling using your premium LinkedIn account.
- You will be targeted with securing new business and building relationships.
- You will retain any new accounts and as your business grows the focus will shift more onto account and relationship management.
- Responsible for your own purchasing and negotiations with suppliers and manufacturers


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Business Development Executive - Skills and Experience:
- Well-presented and confident
- No prior knowledge in sales or the IT industry is needed
- Possess strong communication skills and the ability to interact with a wide range of people
- Someone that can come in and hit the ground running, having confidence to pick up the phones and uncover new business for the company and yourself is essential
- Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of customers
- Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with customers whilst gaining their trust and respect
- Constantly innovating and trying to improve products and services with the information you get from your customers
If you are interested in this position, please apply online with your CV.
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