About the Role
At CMR we are hiring on behalf of our reputable client who are seeking a motivated and results-driven Business Development Executive to join our growing New Business Team. This is a lead generation role with a strong focus on outbound activity making proactive calls, engaging potential clients, and identifying new opportunities within the sector.
You ll be responsible for generating high-quality leads and building a pipeline of referring consultants and agencies for our wider sales team to convert. If you thrive in a fast-paced, phone-based environment and enjoy building new relationships, this could be a great fit.
Salary - £30,0000 + commission Key Responsibilities - Make proactive outbound calls to recruitment agencies and consultants to generate new business leads
- Re-engage with lapsed contacts and nurture existing relationships to uncover fresh opportunities
- Conduct online research and use platforms like LinkedIn to identify potential prospects
- Qualify leads
- Keep accurate, up-to-date records of all activity and interactions in the CRM system
- Meet and exceed individual KPIs and lead generation targets
- Support weekly reporting and share insights on performance and market activity
- Develop a sound understanding of the company s services to confidently discuss them with prospects
- Collaborate with the wider team to ensure smooth handovers and aligned objectives
- Act as a professional ambassador, consistently representing the brand s values and service standards
Required Skills & Experience - Proven experience in a telesales, outbound calling, or lead generation role
- Confident communicator with excellent telephone manner and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Self-motivated, resilient, and target-oriented
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
- Ability to build rapport quickly and handle objections professionally
Desirable Skills & Experience - Familiarity with umbrella, PEO/PAYE, CIS, or Limited Company service offerings
- Basic understanding of IR35, SDC, or relevant contractor legislation
- Previous experience working with or within recruitment agencies
- Experience using LinkedIn or similar tools for B2B prospecting
- A collaborative mindset and ability to work well in a team environment
