Business Development Executive

We are working exclusively with a superb and longstanding professional services client who are seeking to recruit a Business Development Executive to join their team.

You will be responsible for contacting potential clients from an existing database, engaging in professional conversations, and converting leads into meetings. This is a fast-paced, target-driven role that requires confidence, persistence, and a structured approach.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outbound calls to prospective clients, following a structured process.
• Build rapport and qualify leads, converting them into meetings for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate records and manage follow-ups to maximise conversion.
• Carry out database cleansing with accuracy.
• Work autonomously and at pace, hitting key performance metrics.

Skills/Background:

• It is essential to have proven experience in a sales or telemarketing role from within Insurance or within another financial services organisation. This must be within a regulated environment.
• Strong phone presence - confident, articulate, and comfortable speaking with white-collar professionals.
• Process-driven and methodical - able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Results-focused - with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.

If you have the experience outlined above and are keen to pursue a career within a respected financial services organisation, do not delay getting in touch.

Our client is flexible with working hours and hybrid working options. Additionally, they have a superb office space in Leeds with exceptional benefits!

Due to the high volume of applicants for this role, we are unable to get back to every individual. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, please assume your application unsuccessful and keep an eye on our website for other opportunities.

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