Business Development Executive @ TheCityUK
placeLondon, England, United Kingdom
attach_money £45,000
businessOn Site
scheduleFull Time
Posted 1 day ago
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Email Hiring Manager
******* @thecityuk.com
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Job Details
About the Role
The Business Development Executive at TheCityUK supports the company’s growth plans by researching potential members, generating and managing a sales pipeline, drafting communications, and preparing materials for sales meetings with C-suite individuals.
Key Activities & Responsibilities
- Research and qualify new business leads for membership.
- Collaborate with the Commercial Director and Account Manager to prioritise targets.
- Prepare and send focused communications via letters and emails.
- Follow up with telephone calls to secure sales meetings.
- Prepare meeting briefings by researching corporate websites and industry news.
- Utilise CRM systems to drive and maintain sales data.
- Work collaboratively to achieve team sales targets and support ad-hoc duties.
Person Specification & Values
Applicants should have business development experience, familiarity with CRM systems and a proactive approach. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a keen attention to detail are essential. Professional values include Rigour, Impact, Agility, Respect, and Teamwork.
Equal Opportunity
TheCityUK is committed to equal opportunities and ensuring all qualified candidates receive fair consideration. Disability confident applicants will be guaranteed an interview.
Key skills/competency
- Business Development
- Lead Generation
- Sales Pipeline
- CRM
- Communication
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Organisation
- Proposal Preparation
- Stakeholder Engagement
How to Get Hired at TheCityUK
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research TheCityUK's culture: Review their mission, values, and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight business development and CRM skills.
- Tailor your cover letter: Align it with membership growth strategies.
- Practice interview insights: Prepare to discuss lead generation successes.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review CRM system functionalities.
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Practice Microsoft Office applications.
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Study sales pipeline management methods.
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Prepare targeted email drafting samples.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a time you secured a meeting.
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Explain handling high-pressure communication.
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Detail teamwork during goal-driven tasks.
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Discuss prioritizing tasks under stress.
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