Business Development Executive - Teemill

Job Posted: 8 May 2025

• Contract Term: Permanent
• Location: Freshwater, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: Competitive rates of pay
• Industries: Management & Executive Sales & Marketing

Job Description

As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for developing and growing new business.

The purpose of our Business Development team is to generate new business by researching organisations and individuals online to identify new leads and potential new markets.

The team engages with a range of high-profile brands, designers, celebrities, charities, and social media influencers to help them reimagine what's possible with their brand while also improving their impact on the planet.

Bring a forward-thinking approach to leveraging AI technologies, driving innovation and efficiency across all aspects of your work while continuously exploring new ways to integrate intelligent solutions into everything you do.

Responsibilities

• Scout out and engage with potential clients, understanding their unique needs and being creative in your approach to find and execute new opportunities and marketing initiatives.
• Craft and execute bold sales plans to achieve and surpass targets.
• Develop creative marketing initiatives to achieve partner goals and integrate Teemill into their strategies.
• Pitch prospective clients and create tailored proposals for new campaigns aligned with current digital trends.
• Negotiating contracts and agreements that boost revenue and profitability.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive mutual success and satisfaction.
• Plan, manage, and oversee campaigns from inception to execution, collaborating closely with internal teams (Marketing, Design, Software) and external stakeholders.
• Work with internal teams to execute our solutions hit the mark and keep our clients grinning.
• Stay on the pulse of market trends and rivals, sharing insights and ideas to keep us ahead of the game.
• Keep leadership in the loop with regular reports on sales performance, client feedback, and market trends.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred but not a deal-breaker for entry-level applicants.

Competencies

• Financial and commercial acumen. 
• Excellent communication, diplomacy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with resilience, tact, and the ability to deal with difficult situations.
• Influencing, persuading, coaching, and negotiating skills.
• Proactive and self-motivated.

Experience

• Experience as a Business Development Executive or similar role is a plus, but we welcome individuals at all levels, from fresh faces to seasoned pros.
• Experience in a target-driven or competitive environment is beneficial.
• A solid grasp of sales principles and customer service know-how.
• Clear communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a passion for sustainability. Proficiency with CRM software and other sales tools is a bonus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and juggle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of utilizing social media and other relevant platforms to identify prospective leads and clients.
• An interest in online trends, high-profile news topics, and viral posts to stay on top of the latest popular content.
• Knowledge of innovative social markets and key influencers within the digital space.