Business Development Executive

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Salary: 36,000 per annum plus 17.5% annual bonus and a 400 per month car allowance

Location: Covering the Whitemoss Hazardous Landfill site, Ling Hall Landfill site, and Ling Hall Road Sweepings Plant.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for a Chemistry graduate or similar to begin a career in the hazardous waste and environmental sector who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

What we can offer you:

• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing:

• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of hazardous waste operations, site permits, and waste acceptance criteria through structured training and mentorship.
  
• Manage daily enquiries (approximately 30 per day), evaluating each for technical suitability and commercial viability under the guidance of senior colleagues.
  
• Apply your Chemistry (or related) expertise to assess waste streams, comprehend chemical properties and associated hazards, and determine suitability for site acceptance.
  
• Assist in the identification and development of new business opportunities, including initiating contact with prospective clients under the supervision of the wider team.
  
• Maintain relationships with existing clients, ensuring professional and timely responses to enquiries via telephone, email, and in-person communication.
  
• Support the preparation of commercial offers and quotations for suitable waste streams.
  
• Contribute to reporting requirements, including monthly performance summaries, market observations, and emerging opportunities related to new treatment processes or innovations.
  
• Provide assistance with business development activities pertaining to the Ling Hall Road Sweepings Plant and the sale of materials, such as clay generated at the Whitemoss facility.
  

What we're looking for:

• A degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  
• A genuine interest in the waste management, environmental, or chemical industries
  
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage professionally with customers - full sales training will be provided
  
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment
  
• A willingness to learn, ask questions, and develop technical and commercial knowledge over time
  
• A proactive, can-do attitude with attention to detail
  

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.

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What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.