Sales Executive Business Development Manager

Business Development Executive | Sales Executive | Hybrid – Milton Keynes Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 basic + commission Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: Milton Keynes (3 days office-based, 2 days working from home) Eligibility: Must have the right to work in the UK – no visa sponsorship available The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a growing energy, sustainability, and building compliance consultancy that delivers highly valued services across the built environment sector. This is an exciting opportunity for a natural salesperson who enjoys building relationships, winning new business, and promoting services that genuinely make a difference. This role would suit someone who is commercially driven, confident in conversations, and motivated by achieving and exceeding sales targets — with the opportunity to earn commission on top of a competitive basic salary. No previous experience in construction or compliance is required, but a genuine interest in buildings, sustainability, and building compliance is essential. The Role – Business Development Executive As a Business Development Executive / Sales Executive, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, engaging prospective clients, and promoting a suite of market-leading services. Key responsibilities include: Proactively generating new business through outbound sales activity Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients Promoting and selling consultancy services within the building and property sector Managing the full sales cycle from initial contact through to conversion Working towards and exceeding agreed sales targets and KPIs Updating CRM systems and providing accurate sales reporting This role operates on a hybrid working model, with three days per week based in the Milton Keynes office and two days working from home. What We’re Looking For A confident, outgoing sales-focused individual with a natural ability to build rapport Strong motivation to achieve targets and earn commission Interest or passion for buildings, sustainability, or building compliance Excellent communication and negotiation skills Self-motivated, organised, and results-driven Ability to work in the UK with no visa sponsorship required Why Apply? Basic salary £26,000 – £28,000 plus commission Hybrid working arrangement Clear opportunity to develop a long-term sales career Join a growing consultancy with a strong reputation and genuinely valuable services Supportive environment with training provided To apply, contact Matt at Zest4Talent. About Zest4Talent Zest4Talent is a specialist recruitment agency working in partnership with its clients. We value inclusivity and diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all candidates