Graduate Business Development Executive

Location: Manchester City Centre

Salary: £23,000 (OTE £45,000)

Sector: Commercial Real Estate/Finance

Our client is a leading provider of independent advisory services, software, and data solutions to the global commercial real estate industry. Over the last 20 years, they've grown from a boutique firm to one of the largest independent consultancies worldwide, with offices in 75 countries across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

This role offers genuine career progression - the company promotes exclusively from within. Many in the current management team started in this very SDR position. Expect your first promotion to BDM within 6 months, accompanied by a salary increase to £30,000.

You'll benefit from a market-leading graduate training programme, including comprehensive real estate product knowledge. Their two-decade commitment to developing entry-level talent into accomplished sales professionals is unrivalled in the industry. Expect both internal and external training on a weekly basis.

With over 55,000 global clients, you'll engage with diverse sectors. From Sky to Ralph Lauren, Ryanair to Kellogg's, McLaren and beyond - the opportunities are vast.

Benefits/What You Get:

• £23,000 base salary with an unparalleled commission structure. Earn at least £200 per meeting booked. 10 meetings a month? That's £2,400 in commission!
• Average first-year commission: £35,000 - £45,000
• Attractive bonus/incentive schemes
• Company-sponsored holidays
• Regular social events fostering an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere
• Immediate entry into the industry-leading sales training programme
• A dynamic sales floor surrounded by supportive, experienced colleagues

This is your chance to be an integral team member! You'll schedule business meetings with key decision-makers in the thriving Property and Commercial Real Estate sectors. Growing markets mean significant commission potential!

The Role:

• Develop expert knowledge of services, industries, and client base
• Build a robust new business pipeline
• Proactively contact and nurture relationships with potential clients
• Follow up on inbound leads via phone and email
• Establish rapport with decision-makers to secure new business meetings
• Collaborate with the Field Sales Team to maximise existing account profitability

We're Looking For:

• A degree or relevant work experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ambition and drive to meet targets and advance your career
• Confidence and personality - we value individuality!
• Proactive attitude towards cold calling and meeting bookings

If this opportunity excites you, apply today! Know someone who'd be a great fit? We offer a £250 referral bonus for successful placements.

We're currently shortlisting for summer positions, so don't wait to get in touch. Join us in shaping the future of commercial real estate!

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