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Graduate Sales Development Executive – Finance Startup
£23K - £25K Base salary - £40,000 Uncapped OTE
Manchester (Northern Quarter)
A fast-growing financial consultancy specialising in R&D tax incentives is looking for ambitious graduates to join their team as Sales Development Executives.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic start-up environment led by experienced professionals within the R&D tax sector, offering structured training, rapid career progression, and the chance to work with innovative businesses across a range of industries.
As a Sales Development Executive, you will identify UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives and introduce them to the company’s specialist advisory team. You will play a key role in generating new business opportunities and building a strong pipeline of qualified prospects.
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Key Responsibilities
- Identify and contact UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives
- Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of qualified leads
- Speak with senior decision makers to understand their business activities
- Educate prospects on R&D tax incentives and identify qualifying projects
- Book meetings for the Business Development team to progress opportunities
- Achieve monthly targets and progress through the structured sales pathway
Training & Development
You will receive unique 1-to-1 training and mentoring including:
- Sales fundamentals
- Objection handling
- Identifying buying signals
- Understanding decision-maker personality types
- Full training on R&D tax incentives and how they apply to businesses You will also receive regular performance reviews, call coaching, and ongoing development.
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Benefits
- Work with innovative businesses across multiple sectors including Engineering, Software, Architecture, Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing
- Join a rapid-growing start-up led by industry experts with over 11 years combined experience
- 1-to-1 training and development
- Work in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter
- Clear progression into a Account Manager or Sales Leader role within your first year
What We're Looking For
- Driven and ambitious graduates
- Confident communicators
- Competitive and resilient individuals
- Strong interest in building a career in B2B finance sales
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