Busness Development Executive
Business Development Executive – Commercial Interior Fit-Out
Location: Portsmouth, UK
Salary:
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Experienced (Fit-Out/Interiors background): Negotiable, depending on experience
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Entry from Outside Industry: £40,000–£50,000 basic + £15,000–£20,000 commission OTE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A well-established design and build contractor on the South Coast is looking to appoint a Business Development Executive to join their growing commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the future of a business with bold ambitions, a strong reputation in the market, and a culture that rewards energy, collaboration, and success.
Role Overview:
This is a front-line sales role focused on identifying, qualifying, and developing new business opportunities within the commercial interior fit-out space. Working as part of a fast-paced, supportive team, you’ll be responsible for driving the pipeline of design & build projects across the South Coast.
Key Responsibilities:
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Proactively research, identify, and engage potential clients using phone, LinkedIn, email, and other outbound channels.
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Qualify opportunities and pass warm, high-value leads to the Sales Director and wider commercial team.
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Build and manage a pipeline of prospects, ensuring opportunities are accurately tracked within the CRM (Pipedrive).
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Work closely with the Marketing team to support campaigns and outreach strategies.
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Represent the company in a professional, enthusiastic manner – both over the phone and in client-facing interactions.
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Track sales activity, record key information, and maintain data hygiene across all systems.
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Hit clear KPIs around activity levels, qualified opportunities, and project value moved through the pipeline.
What We're Looking For:
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Proven success in a sales, lead generation, or business development role.
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Prior experience in the design & build, fit-out, or construction sectors is highly desirable – but not essential for the right person with strong commercial instincts.
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Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and resilient, with excellent organisational skills.
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Professional communicator with the confidence to engage senior decision-makers.
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Experience with CRM systems (ideally Pipedrive) and Office 365.
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Strong work ethic and a genuine interest in interiors, design, or commercial spaces is a bonus.
KPIs You’ll Be Working Towards:
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Generating £250,000 in weekly leads handed to sales.
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Moving £750,000 of qualified opportunities per week through the pipeline.
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Completing 250+ sales activities weekly.
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Targeting £1.4m annual gross profit from converted projects.
Why Join?
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Join a forward-thinking company that’s becoming a leader in commercial interior fit-out across the South Coast.
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Excellent commission structure and opportunities for long-term growth.
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Friendly, energetic, and results-driven team culture.
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Flexible office-based working with a focus on development and progression