Business Development Executive

Salary: up to £32,000 per annum plus car, commission scheme and enhanced pension
Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri
Location: Mobile across the North West

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

We are seeking a highly self-motivated and proactive Business Development Executive to drive growth for Veolia's Industrial Site Services across a designated geographic territory. In this field-based role, you will be responsible for sourcing, visiting, and managing industrial clients to assess their site needs for both routine and one-off industrial cleaning and site service solutions. You will own your sales pipeline from lead generation through to technical solution delivery, collaborating closely with internal technical and operational colleagues to build competitive, high-quality quotes.

What we can offer you;

Access to our company pension scheme
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing;

Territory & Pipeline Management: Proactively identify, target, and secure new business opportunities within your assigned geographic region to maintain a robust, self-generated sales pipeline.
On-Site Consultations & Assessments: Conduct regular client visits across industrial facilities to assess complex operational needs, site hazards, and service requirements.
Solution Scope & Estimating: Partner with internal technical teams, site operators, and estimation specialists to scope out requirements and construct accurate proposals for specialised one-off projects or ongoing service contracts.
Client Relationship Management: Build long-term, trusted relationships with plant managers, EH&S leads, and procurement teams across target industrial sectors.
Commercial Closing: Deliver compelling sales presentations, negotiate terms, and close opportunities in line with revenue and margin targets.
What we're looking for;

Proven B2B Sales Track Record: Demonstrated success in field-based B2B sales, ideally within industrial cleaning, environmental services, waste management, facilities management, or heavy industry services.
Self-Motivation & Drive: Strong self-starter capable of working autonomously to manage time, plan site visit schedules, and drive pipeline growth across a region.
Commercial & Technical Aptitude: Ability to translate complex operational site challenges into practical, commercial service scopes.
Collaborative Mindset: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal operational teams, health & safety experts, and colleagues to construct winning quotes.
Mobility: Full driving license and willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned geographic territory.What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive