Business Development Executive

GDS Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global B2B solution provider in Bristol is seeking a Business Development Executive. This full-time role offers an uncapped commission structure with an expected first-year OTE of £150K. Candidates should have 3+ years of B2B sales experience and a passion for prospecting new business. The position involves generating leads, developing solutions for long-term client engagement, and managing senior-level relationships. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Generous commission structure

Quarterly and annual financial incentives

Weekly health and wellness classes

Prize and incentive program

Qualifications

• Experience selling packages to event sponsors.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize responsibilities.
• Good organization and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Research and generate leads across technical markets.
• Provide expertise to develop solutions promoting long-term engagement.
• Articulate value proposition to clients.

Skills

New business sales/prospecting

3+ years of B2B sales experience

C-level relationship management

Cold outreach and LinkedIn prospecting

Strong phone-based presentation skills

Job description

Job Role: Business Development Executive

Location: Queens Square, Bristol (onsite role)

Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 – uncapped commission (expected year 1 OTE £150K)

Who We Are

GDS Group is a global B2B solution provider of insight, content, pipeline growth, production studios and creative services delivered through our virtual platforms and face‑to‑face experiences. Founded on thirty years of expertise, our mission is to be our client’s pipeline partner by bringing business solutions and targeted audiences together within dynamic environments. As a technology pioneer and marketing services provider, we produce unique immersive experiences and create unparalleled access to industry thought leadership to enable transformation within organizations. Trusted by the world’s leading brands, we connect c‑suite executives, using real‑life, real‑time human interactions, to help solve shared challenges and accelerate projects, shaver outpacing the speed of change.

Advantages

• Generous commission structure – uncapped earning potential with structured commission scheme, quarterly and annual financial incentives and prizes
• Expected year 1 OTE £150K
• Global opportunities – offices in Miami, NY, Kosovo and Bristol
• Prize and incentive program

About You

• Experience selling packages to event sponsors and previous work with a B2B events specialist
• Passionate about new business sales/prospecting
• 3+ years of B2B sales experience
• Ability to work under pressure, organise and prioritise responsibilities
• Experience in cold outreach, LinkedIn and new business prospecting
• Good organisation and timekeeping
• Ability to prospect and manage C‑level and senior level relationships
• Articulate communicator with strong phone‑based presentation skills

The Role

• Research and generate leads across technical markets
• Provide strong domain and vertical expertise to develop solutions that promote long‑term engagement with GDS Group
• Work with new and emerging technology providers worldwide
• Articulate our value proposition to ensure value is understood by clients

Why GDS?

• Fantastic development and career opportunities
• Weekly health and wellness classes
• 5‑minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads Station
• Winner of Best Digital Event Production Company in 2021
• Winner of Best Networking Product 2022

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development and Sales – Events Services

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