Graduate Sales Executive

Graduate Sales Development Executive – Finance Startup
£23k - £25k Base salary - £40,000 Uncapped OTE
Manchester (Northern Quarter)
A fast-growing financial consultancy specialising in R&D tax incentives is looking for ambitious graduates to join their team as Sales Development Executives.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic start-up environment led by experienced professionals within the R&D tax sector, offering structured training, rapid career progression, and the chance to work with innovative businesses across a range of industries.
As a Sales Development Executive, you will identify UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives and introduce them to the company’s specialist advisory team. You will play a key role in generating new business opportunities and building a strong pipeline of qualified prospects.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify and contact UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives
* Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of qualified leads
* Speak with senior decision makers to understand their business activities
* Educate prospects on R&D tax incentives and identify qualifying projects
* Book meetings for the Business Development team to progress opportunities
* Achieve monthly targets and progress through the structured sales pathway
Training & Development
* You will receive unique 1-to-1 training and mentoring including:
* Sales fundamentals
* Objection handling
* Identifying buying signals
* Understanding decision-maker personality types
* Full training on R&D tax incentives and how they apply to businesses
* You will also receive regular performance reviews, call coaching and ongoing development.
Benefits
* Work with innovative businesses across multiple sectors including Engineering, Software, Architecture, Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing
* Join a rapid-growing start-up led by industry experts with over 11 years combined experience
* 1-to-1 training and development
* Work in the heart of Manchester’s Northern Quarter
* Clear progression into a Account Manager or Sales Leader role within your first year
What We're Looking For
* Driven and ambitious graduates
* Confident communicators
* Competitive and resilient individuals
* Strong interest in building a career in B2B finance sales