Business Development Executive
| Posting date: | 09 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 August 2025 |
| Location: | Gateshead, Tyne & Wear |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Extension Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 524 |
Summary
Job Title: Business Development Executive
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
About the Company
Our client is a thriving and well-established manufacturer based in Gateshead, experiencing sustained growth due to continued success. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the company is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and succeed. They are currently looking for a Business Development Executive to join them on a permanent basis.
Their culture values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Why Join?
Life Assurance
Healthcare Scheme
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Staff discounts with major retailers
The Role of the Business Development Executive
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Executive to help drive new business across the UK. You’ll play a key role in generating leads, supporting sales activity, and maintaining strong client relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
Generate and convert leads into sales opportunities
Arrange and attend meetings with prospects
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
Follow up on enquiries and cross-sell to existing and past clients.
Identify new business opportunities and monitor market trends.
About You – Business Development Executive
The Business Development Executive will be persuasive, and target driven. You’ll have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and be calm under pressure.
You will ideally have:
Experience in the signage industry or familiarity with working with retail and hospitality clients.
Proven experience in generating new business sales as a Sales Executive or Lead Generator.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
A proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
About the Company
Our client is a thriving and well-established manufacturer based in Gateshead, experiencing sustained growth due to continued success. With a strong reputation for quality and innovation, the company is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees are empowered to grow and succeed. They are currently looking for a Business Development Executive to join them on a permanent basis.
Their culture values collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Why Join?
Life Assurance
Healthcare Scheme
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Staff discounts with major retailers
The Role of the Business Development Executive
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Executive to help drive new business across the UK. You’ll play a key role in generating leads, supporting sales activity, and maintaining strong client relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
Generate and convert leads into sales opportunities
Arrange and attend meetings with prospects
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline
Follow up on enquiries and cross-sell to existing and past clients.
Identify new business opportunities and monitor market trends.
About You – Business Development Executive
The Business Development Executive will be persuasive, and target driven. You’ll have strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and be calm under pressure.
You will ideally have:
Experience in the signage industry or familiarity with working with retail and hospitality clients.
Proven experience in generating new business sales as a Sales Executive or Lead Generator.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
A proactive approach to identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.