Business Development Executive

About the role

We are seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to expand our Short‑Term Management contracts and grow our commercial property portfolio. You will work closely with the Business Development Manager and the wider commercial team to secure new sites and partnerships across a diverse client base.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new short‑term management opportunities.
• Research and engage prospective clients to understand their needs.
• Create high‑quality sales proposals that showcase TIMES24 UK’s value.
• Manage opportunities through every stage of the sales cycle and maintain an accurate pipeline using CRM systems.
• Support larger or complex commercial opportunities alongside the BDM.
• Prepare pipeline updates, reporting data, and proposal documentation.
• Represent TIMES24 UK at meetings, site visits, and networking events.
• Ensure smooth handover of new contracts to operational teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of sales processes and materials.

Required profile

• Experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably in a commercial, property, or service‑led industry.
• Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation abilities.
• Highly organised with the capacity to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.
• Target‑driven, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
• Customer‑first attitude with solid commercial awareness.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience using CRM systems.

What we offer

• Competitive package: £30,000 base salary plus £5,000 car allowance.
• 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Birthday bonus – an extra day off.
• Reward & recognition programme.
• Perk scheme with discounts at favourite stores.
• Free or discounted parking.
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme.