Permanent
Business Development Executive
Reading
224923778
Posted Yesterday
About the Role
We are seeking a highly driven and commercially astute Business Development Executive to lead strategic outreach and relationship-building efforts with C-suite decision makers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, understands complex sales cycles, and can confidently engage senior executives to drive business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, target, and engage C-suite executives (CEO, CFO, COO, CIO, etc.) within key industries
- Develop and execute strategic business development plans to generate new revenue opportunities
- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with senior stakeholders
- Lead high-level discovery conversations to understand client challenges and align solutions
- Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to negotiation and close
- Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product, delivery) to tailor compelling value propositions
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums
- Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting using CRM tools
Requirements
- Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management targeting senior executives
- Strong track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Ability to confidently engage and influence C-level stakeholders
- Commercially minded with strong strategic thinking abilities
- Experience managing long and complex sales cycles
- Proficiency with CRM systems and sales tools
- Self-motivated, resilient, and results-driven
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience in [insert industry, e.g., SaaS, professional services, finance, technology]
- Established network of senior-level contacts
- Understanding of consultative and solution-based selling methodologies
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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