Business Development Executive – Shape the Future of Social Value Are you a driven and ambitious sales professional looking to make a tangible difference in the world?
Join Social Value Portal as a Business Development Executive and help deliver £100bn in social value for people, places, and the planet.
With a competitive basic salary plus a generous OTE , flexible working arrangements , and industry-leading benefits , this is your opportunity to thrive while making an impact.
Social Value Portal is a leader in the measurement and reporting of social value in the UK.
With innovative tools, consultancy services, and a social value academy, we help clients across sectors drive positive impact.
As a Business Development Executive , you'll play a pivotal role in growing our private-sector portfolio and progressing your career within a dynamic, mission-driven organisation.
What You'll Do Generate and Qualify Leads: Manage inbound and outbound leads, identifying opportunities to drive business growth.
Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with potential clients, understanding their needs and crafting tailored pitches.
Sales Pipeline Management: Partner with the Head of New Business to move leads through the sales funnel, following a structured process to close deals.
Multi-Channel Outreach: Leverage email, LinkedIn, and cold calling to engage prospects and secure meetings with stakeholders.
Proposal Development: Create compelling presentations, proposals, and bespoke pitches that align with client requirements.
Collaboration and Reporting: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to ensure alignment and track progress using Salesforce.
Industry Representation: Attend conferences and networking events to expand your connections and raise the profile of Social Value Portal.
What You'll Bring Proven success in B2B sales, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
Experience working in a SaaS, Technology or Professional Services environment.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling pitches.
Proficiency in CRM tools (Salesforce) and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
Energetic, goal-oriented, and self-motivated, with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
An understanding of Social Value, ESG, or CSR is an advantage.
What We Offer A base salary up to £50,000 , with an OTE of up to £100,000 DOE.
Flexible working, with a hybrid model including three days in the London office.
25 days of leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
Industry-leading initiatives, including 6 paid volunteering days and a focus on social impact.
Private medical insurance and access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
A £400 annual learning budget to support your personal development.
Access to ethical pension, cycle-to-work, and electric vehicle schemes.
Enhanced parental leave and life assurance at 4x salary.
Location and Hours: Location: London-based, hybrid working (3 days office-based).
Hours: Full-time, permanent.
Salary: £45,000–£50,000 basic, with an OTE of £90,000–£100,000 (depending on experience).
Click to Apply and take the next step in your career while driving social impact.
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