Open Position: Business Development Executive

As a Business Development Executive, you will be part of an ambitious and growing media company, selling and helping execute our advertising products. Working with the right type of customer is key to growth at Construction Wave, and if you feel the same, we want to hear from you.

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All we ask is that you are curious, proactive, willing to learn, and interested in helping us build our publication on solid ground, underpinned by our core values:

Editorial is everything to us
Constantly curious
Treat people like human beings
Just say it ‘how it is’
Delivery. Each and every time

Ideal candidate:

2-3 years of B2B sales experience in event sponsorship, or digital ad sales.
Demonstrated success in achieving KPI targets.
A self-starter who is comfortable making outbound calls.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A curious nature and can-do attitude
Demonstrable interest and understanding of the industry
An ability to meet deadlines

Responsibilities:

Drive sales through both event and digital advertising sponsorships.
If KPIs are met, you will lead and build out your own business development team.
Discover new avenues for growth with both new and existing clients.
Work closely with internal teams and client to drive project execution.
Utilise various platforms to grow and maintain your professional network.

Requirements:

Proven sales track record
Ambitious, financially driven, and passionate about the built environment
2-3 years of B2B sales experience with senior executives
Ability to build a sales pipeline and report to management
Experience with sales software (e.g., Hubspot)

Desirable:

Understanding of B2B media and conference models
Experience in construction, manufacturing, utilities, financial services.

This isn’t for you if:

You are not curious by nature
You are afraid to pick up the phone
You do not want to build your own media profile
You take yourself too seriously and cannot collaborate with others

Benefits:

Up to £30k-£38k per annum with uncapped commission.
Annual stipend for both professional and personal learning beginning after 6 months of employment
30 days paid holidays
Pension – 3% matching company contribution after three months of employment
Sabbatical scheme: after serving five years with the organisation, employees receive a six-week paid career break. You can choose to take six weeks’ extra pay instead, or a combination of the two options
Two annual charity days with an organisation of your choice
Quarterly incentives (cash, prizes, etc.)
Remote working opportunities

To apply, please send a copy of your CV and a cover letter to syed.irfan@wavenews.co.uk mentioning where you heard about the job or apply below.