Business Development Executive – Remote

Location: Remote working

Salary: Competitive

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

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Due to our successful expansion, we are currently looking for a confident and driven individual to join our organisation as a Business Development Executive. Working within the Sales department, you will be a key player in the continued success and growth of the business. This role is well suited for a tenacious, go-getter looking for their first sales role, or for someone looking to transition from other areas of sales, such as travel or recruitment, and progress their career.

This is a fully-remote position, so the successful applicant will be working from home, and can be based anywhere in the country. However, this role will focus primarily on business development in Scotland, so knowledge of the area, or home location here is beneficial.

What you’ll do:

As a Business Development Executive, you will:

• Build and nurture relationships with new and existing clients through outbound calls and virtual communication
• Become an expert in your sector, gaining insight into market trends, competitors, and opportunities
• Collaborate with field-based sales colleagues to book meetings and support business growth
• Respond to inbound enquiries through various channels, using initiative and excellent customer service
• Stay informed on market activity and identify trends that may impact future sales

Key Responsibilities:

• Gaining market knowledge of your given sector, you will become an expert, with key information of competitors, success stories and challenges in the market at any given time.

• Outbound calls to prospective clients to ensure business growth targets are met, whilst maintaining relationships with existing clients and delivering outstanding customer service.

• Work alongside the Field Based Business Development employees, to ensure meetings are arranged in their diaries with existing and prospective clients.

• Dealing with inbound enquiries, through organisation to someone senior, or through your own fault-finding and initiative.

• Review activities of customers in the market and highlight any challenges or upcoming trends which may effect business.

• Effectively deal with any inbound enquiries through website, phone,or social media channels. Ensure these tasks are done in a timely manner.

What we’re looking for:

You're an ambitious self-starter with:

• A passion for sales and proven success in achieving or exceeding goals (in any industry)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• The ability to listen, ask great questions, and handle objections with confidence
• High levels of motivation and a proactive mindset
• A shared belief in our core values and a team-player attitude

Why join us:

Career Development Focus:We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities:Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment:Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package:Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays

Robust pension scheme

Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service

Free or subsidised national gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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