Business Development Executive

Introduction

Are you a driven sales professional looking to take your career to the next level? Join Acorn by Synergies' successful team in Somerset and be part of a fast-paced, rewarding environment where your ambition and results are truly valued.

You'll be joining a close-knit, high-performing local team where your voice matters, your ideas are listened to, and your success is celebrated. This is a role for someone who wants ownership, visibility and the chance to make a real impact across Somerset.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively win new business across Somerset.

• Build and manage relationships with new and existing clients across multiple sectors.

• Identify business opportunities and develop tailored recruitment solutions.

• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to order.

• Build strong, long-term client relationships.

• Achieve personal and team sales targets.

You'll be a visible representative for Acorn by Synergie in the local business community, meeting clients face-to-face, networking with purpose and working collaboratively with your recruitment colleagues to turn opportunities into great outcomes.

What We're Looking For

You'll thrive in this role if you have:

• Proven experience in sales/business development.

• A confident, people-first approach with strong communication skills.

• A self-motivated attitude and drive to exceed targets.

• The ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

• A desire to build a long-term career in recruitment.

• A full UK driving licence (essential).

We're open to great B2B sales professionals as well as recruiters. More important than background is attitude, curiosity, and the desire to build strong relationships and a successful career with us.

This role would particularly suit someone who enjoys being out in the market, meeting clients in person, building relationships and owning their own success.

What We Offer

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and successful recruitment business with a strong presence in Somerset. We offer a competitive salary, continuous training and development, and the chance to work with a diverse range of clients and candidates.

You'll receive a structured onboarding programme, ongoing coaching and day-to-day support from your manager and wider team, so you're set up to succeed from day one.

You'll also benefit from:

• Minimum 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays), increasing with service - plus your birthday off and a You Day!

• Hybrid working.

• Generous company sick pay scheme.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

• Pension scheme and life assurance from day one.

• Clear career pathways

• Friendly, supportive, and inclusive working environment.

• Discount shopping portal and long-service awards.

• Competitions, incentives, and regular team get-togethers.

You'll have access to regular incentives, recognition for high performance and a team culture that celebrates success together.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.