Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive
Location: City of London
Sector: Office Brokerage & Design and Build
Industry: Building and Construction / Commercial Property
Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 per annum DOE + Commission
Overview
Our client is a growing and ambitious commercial property and design & build business, specialising in office brokerage, workplace consultancy, and commercial fit-out projects across London.
The Role
The Business Development Executive will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, building relationships with prospective clients, and supporting the growth of the company's office brokerage and design & build divisions.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Lead Generation
Identifying and targeting prospective clients across London and the South East
Generating new business opportunities through outbound calls, networking, and referrals
Researching businesses, occupiers, landlords, and commercial property opportunities
Building and maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified leads
Arranging meetings and introductions with key decision-makers
Relationship Management
Developing and maintaining relationships with occupiers, landlords, property agents, and consultants
Acting as a professional ambassador for the business at meetings and events
Building long-term client relationships to generate repeat business and referrals
Maintaining regular communication with prospects throughout the sales cycle
Sales & Commercial Support
Supporting the brokerage and design & build teams with lead generation activities
Assisting with proposals, presentations, and client meetings
Updating and maintaining CRM records accurately
Monitoring market activity and identifying emerging opportunities
Requirements
Essential:
Previous experience in a business development, sales, recruitment, or client-facing role
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Confident making outbound calls and generating new business opportunities
Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Professional and confident approach when engaging with clients
Desirable:
Experience within commercial property, construction, fit-out, or design & build sectors
Knowledge of office brokerage or workplace consultancy markets
Experience using CRM systems
Existing network within the commercial property sector
Benefits
Competitive commission structure
Clear career progression opportunities
Exposure to high-profile commercial property and workplace projects