Business Development

Description

Job Title: Business Development Executive

Industry: Facilities Management & Construction

Location: Oxford (Office-based, most days)

Salary: £35,000 + Commission OTE - 40-45K

About the Role

We’re hiring a Business Development Executive to join a growing team at the forefront of delivering services to the facilities management and construction sectors — including Tier 1 contractors and major end users.

This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for a motivated, ambitious individual looking to break into B2B sales within a dynamic and fast-paced industry.

You’ll be responsible for generating leads, developing relationships with key decision-makers, and ultimately helping to win new business across FM providers, construction firms, and end users.

Key Responsibilities

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Proactively identify and engage with prospective clients in the facilities management and construction sectors

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Build and manage a pipeline of opportunities across Tier 1 contractors, FM companies, and commercial end users

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Conduct outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach to generate qualified leads

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Set up and attend client meetings alongside senior sales team members

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Support tender and bid processes with relevant information and client insight

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Maintain CRM records, track interactions, and report on progress

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Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth handover and delivery of new accounts

Who We’re Looking For

This is an entry-level position, so while direct industry experience isn’t required, a proven background in sales or client engagement is essential. Ideal candidates may come from:

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Recruitment (360 or resourcing roles)

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Call centre sales

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Telesales / Telemarketing

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Account management or lead generation roles

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B2B or high-volume B2C sales providers

You’ll need to be confident, target-driven, and commercially sharp, with the ability to hold conversations with senior stakeholders in technical and operational environments.

Requirements

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1+ year in a sales, client-facing or business development role

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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Organised, proactive, and resilient

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Comfortable working in an office-based environment in Oxford most days

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Genuine interest in facilities management, construction, or built environment industries

What’s on Offer

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£35,000 basic salary

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Commission and bonus structure

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Ongoing training and development

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Clear path to progress into more senior sales or account management roles

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Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support

Ready to kick-start your sales career in the built environment?

Apply now or get in touch to find out more

Ad ID: 5416911569