Skills

Sales CRM Research Training Coaching Marketing business development

Job Specifications

About the Company

Our client is a growing consultancy and information services business that supports organisations operating in specialist industrial and technology-driven markets. The company provides data-led insight, commercial research, and subscription-based services that help businesses make informed strategic decisions in complex global sectors.

As part of continued expansion, they are now looking to appoint a Business Development Executive to support new client acquisition and early-stage commercial activity.

The Opportunity

This is a proactive, relationship-focused position where you will be responsible for starting conversations with prospective clients, understanding their challenges, and identifying where tailored information services can support their goals.

Rather than high-volume or transactional selling, the role focuses on quality engagement, commercial curiosity, and identifying long-term opportunities. You will work closely with senior colleagues to progress opportunities once interest has been established.

What You’ll Be Doing

Initiating contact with prospective businesses via phone, email, and online platforms
Building an understanding of target markets and identifying suitable organisations
Exploring client challenges and assessing potential fit for data and insight services
Passing qualified opportunities through to senior commercial team members
Coordinating discovery calls, briefings, and product demonstrations
Accurately updating CRM systems with activity and opportunity data
Collaborating with marketing and sales colleagues to improve outreach approaches
Supporting overall revenue growth through consistent pipeline generation

Training & Progression

Comprehensive onboarding and induction programme
Guided training on products, markets, and commercial approach
Ongoing 1-to-1 support, coaching, and feedback
Clear development pathway towards Account Management or Senior Sales roles

Salary & Benefits

£28,000–£32,000 base salary depending on experience
Uncapped commission scheme
Hybrid role in Falmouth with a close-knit team environment
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Performance rewards including vouchers and team incentives
Long-term career progression within an expanding business

About You

You don’t need previous business development or sales experience to apply.

This role could suit someone who:

Is confident speaking with professionals over the phone and online
Enjoys learning about new industries and business models
Is organised, proactive, and goal-oriented
Responds positively to training, structure, and guidance
Is keen to build a stable, long-term commercial career

Why Apply?

This role offers the chance to develop valuable business development skills while working with insight-driven products used by organisations worldwide. You’ll gain experience in commercially important sectors and join a company that invests in training, progression, and long-term growth.

At Furza, we’re committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome all applications from everyone, irrespective of background or circumstance. Apply today and our talent team will be in touch to support your requirements.

About the Company

Our sales development programme supports organisations in building, scaling and developing sales teams, for high performance from day one. Through the highest-quality learning experiences, we create the next generation of sales leaders. With bespoke programmes for start-ups all the way through to established businesses, Furza builds, develops and scales cohesive, committed and high-performing sales teams. Whether you are driving transformational change in sales or need well-equipped, well-trained graduates to hit the groun... Know more