Business Development Executive
Exciting opportunity: Lead Business Development Executive!
A highly regarded, global organisation working are looking for a driven, pro-active Lead Business Development Executive to join their team.
This strategic-growth role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Developer with a strong analytical mindset, capable of representing the front end of the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) process, working independently to achieve objectives, and establishing strong, trusted relationships.
The Role
- Identify UK companies that meet acquisition criteria to expand the M&A prospect database.
- Conduct outbound prospecting via cold calls, emails, and social media to engage and qualify potential targets.
- Build and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders using CRM, marketing insights, and research.
- Attend trade shows and industry events to generate new leads and expand network connections.
- Conduct first-line interactions with companies through phone, video, and face-to-face meetings.
- Coordinate the progression of qualified leads into actionable acquisition opportunities in collaboration with the wider M&A team.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Management, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in lead origination, business development, or B2B sales roles.
- Strong entrepreneurial mindset with proven ability to engage and build relationships with senior executives.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Skilled in online research, CRM, and IT tools; proficiency in Microsoft Office is an asset.
- Excellent conversational and presentation skills, capable of leading engaging discussions with business owners and inspiring trust.
If you have any queries about the role, contact Alice on 0121 633 4443. If you are already registered with Katie Bard, please contact your consultant directly. Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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