Can you turn business development opportunities into measurable growth and lasting client relationships?

We’re looking for a driven Business Development Executive to join G&P, a world-leading quality management provider, helping automotive, aerospace, defence and off-highway manufacturers improve quality and efficiency. If you’re confident in sales, skilled in lead generation, and know how to build meaningful relationships that drive results, this is your chance to make a real impact.

Benefits include:

• Competitive company bonus
• Flexible working & Work From Home options
• Free on-site parking
• Employer pension contribution
• Excellent training and development opportunities

The opportunity:

In this pivotal role, you’ll partner with the Business Development Manager to drive growth across G&P’s Engineering, Technical, Inspection, and Talent Services, expanding our impact across key industries. Whether it’s generating new leads, building client relationships, or supporting strategic initiatives, you’ll be at the heart of G&P’s growth.

With travel across the UK, focusing on the Midlands and South, this role offers flexibility in location. G&P’s head office is in Birmingham, but applicants from across the country are encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drive new technical services business through your own network and G&P’s existing relationships
• Engage prospects via LinkedIn, email, and telephone to arrange meetings - both virtual and face-to-face
• Attend industry events and promote G&P as a thought leader
• Maintain accurate sales forecasting and CRM updates to track opportunities and pipeline
• Collaborate with Operations and Talent Acquisition to ensure the right skills are in place for new business
• Ensure compliance with commercial pricing, sales strategies, and corporate guidelines
• Constantly benchmark G&P against competitors to support strategic business development

The ideal Business Development Executive will have the following skills and experience:

• A proven track record in business development within Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing or related industries
• Somebody who is confident, resilient, tenacious and able to communicate effectively at all levels
• The skill to understand customers’ challenges and connect them to the solutions you can offer
• Excellent diary and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail
• The ability and discipline to manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• The commitment to accurately record activities and forecast your business.
• A strong team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
• Willingness to travel extensively within the Midlands and South Regions

This is a permanent position offering genuine career growth and the chance to make a significant impact on the future success of G&P in the UK.

If this role sounds like your next challenge, apply today for a confidential discussion.

G&P is a world-leading quality management services provider, supporting manufacturers in the automotive, defence, aerospace and industrial sectors, and their associated supply chains, to transform quality and efficiency levels.

With over 30 years of experience, we provide tailored solutions through senior management support and expert personnel from our dedicated talent division. Through our award-winning engineering, technical, inspection and talent services, we help businesses minimise risk, maximise performance and achieve operational excellence.

Operating from strategic hubs in six countries, we continue to grow across new sectors, always focused on eliminating disruptions and supporting our clients’ drive to zero defects.

G&P is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

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