WSR are looking for a Business Development Sales Executive to join the team of our esteemed client based in Reading
Business Development Sales Executive
Reading (Office Based)
Full-Time, Permanent
£35,000 basic | £58,000 OTE (Uncapped Commission)
This is an exciting opportunity to join a world-leading provider of innovative psychometric solutions. For over 15 years, they have delivered cutting-edge personality, emotional intelligence, and competency tools, along with qualification programmes. Established yet fast-growing, this organisation offers genuine opportunity and progression.
The Role
As a Business Development Sales Executive, you will drive business growth by generating new opportunities and converting them into long-term client partnerships. From building your own pipeline to closing deals, you will manage the full sales cycle with confidence and energy.
This role is ideal for a commercially minded, digitally savvy communicator who thrives on building connections, delivering impactful solutions, and helping clients unlock value.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate leads through proactive outreach, referrals, events, and LinkedIn networking
- Nurture opportunities through follow-ups, discovery meetings, and tailored proposals
- Manage the full sales cycle — prospecting, pitching, negotiating, and closing
- Present solutions confidently, aligning products to client needs
- Collaborate with colleagues to share leads and win new business
- Attend conferences and explore new markets to expand reach
- Track sales activity and report insights to management
What We’re Looking For
- Degree-level education or equivalent experience
- Strong commercial acumen with a client-focused approach
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident presenter with strong attention to detail
- Highly organised and proactive
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Right to work in the UK
Desirable:
- Knowledge of organisational psychology, psychometrics, or the L&D industry
Ready to Make Your Next Move?
Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values initiative, innovation, and growth.
Click ‘APPLY NOW’ or call the WSR Team on 01908 616184 for more information.
We appreciate the time and effort invested in your application. While we aim to respond to all applicants promptly, if you do not hear from us within 10 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. We will, however, retain your CV and review it against future opportunities.
