Jobs in Thaxted

Location: Bishops Stortford, CM22
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + Commission
Working Hours: Monday - Friday
Job Code: MJ2315
Business Development Executive
On behalf of our client, a leading provider of IT infrastructure and enterprise hardware solutions, we are seeking an ambitious, target-driven Business Development Executive based in Bishop's Stortford. Our client specialises in end-to-end network installation services, network hardware supply, certified refurbished server solutions, and sustainable IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) & hardware recycling.
This role combines proactive outreach across both warm and cold leads with strategic account development. Day-to-day operations are based out of our client's office in Bishop's Stortford, with off-site travel to conduct face-to-face client meetings.
Key Responsibilities
* Identify, target, and engage potential B2B clients through cold calling, networking, and targeted outreach campaigns.
* Follow up on inbound inquiries, marketing-generated warm leads, and account development opportunities.
* Drive opportunities from discovery through technical scoping, proposal delivery, negotiation, and close.
* Consultatively pitch enterprise solutions spanning network installations, new and refurbished server hardware, and hardware recycling packages.
* Conduct face-to-face client meetings off-site to establish long-term relationships with IT Managers, CTOs, and Procurement Heads.
* Nurture won accounts to secure repeat business, upgrades, and lifecycle replacement contracts.
* Maintain detailed records, activity logs, and pipeline forecasts within the CRM system.
Candidate Requirements
* 1–2+ years proven experience in a B2B sales, outbound telemarketing, or business development role.
* Demonstrated history of achieving or exceeding sales KPIs and targets.
* Strong phone confidence, objection handling, and client engagement skills.
* Self-motivated and target-driven, motivated by high uncapped earning potential.
* Full UK Driving Licence and access to a reliable vehicle for client visits
* Interest in IT infrastructure or hardware solutions is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Christmas shutdown period
* Free on-site parking
* Ongoing professional training and career development opportunities
* Paid Travel expenses for client visits
***Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy. Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not been successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions become available