Business Development Executive

Lyreco; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace supplies company is seeking a Business Development Executive based in Central London. This field-based role focuses on developing new business and managing existing accounts. The ideal candidate should excel in prospecting, possess strong customer service skills, and be driven by targets. The role offers a salary of £28-34k per annum plus commission and benefits including up to 38 days of holiday. Join a company that values excellence, passion, and respect in all interactions.

Benefits

31 days of holiday, rising to 38

Pension & Life Assurance

Paid community volunteering days

Referral Scheme

Career break opportunity

Qualifications

• Skilled in prospecting and identifying new leads to drive business growth.
• Excellent customer service abilities to ensure client satisfaction.
• Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business and manage existing accounts within your assigned territory area.
• Foster new relationships with prospective customers through various communication channels.
• Focus on customer-facing interactions and meet challenging targets.

Skills

Prospecting and lead identification

Customer service

Resilience

Target-driven

Job description

Business Development Executive page is loaded## Business Development Executivelocations: Field Based - UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 20, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-1000028127As per standard SMB BDEJob Description**Business Development Executive****This role is covering Central London EC- Postcode areas.****Field Based** - Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pmSalary – £28 – 34k per annum (+ commission OTE £18k per annum), laptop, mobile phone & travel allowance.**No company car ( walking territory )**At Lyreco we specialise in providing workplace supplies to businesses globally and have a new opportunity for a **Business Development Executive**, to join us as part of the wider Small to Medium Business (SMB) Sales Division.Benefits: 31 days holiday, rising to 38, after longer service (inclusive of bank holidays), Pension & Life Assurance Scheme, 2 fully paid community volunteering days each year, Referral Scheme, Opportunity for career break – after 3 years of service**The Role:**As a Business Development Executive, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer experiences, expanding existing business relationships, and securing new business opportunities.**What you will be doing as a Business Development Executive:*** Develop new business and manage existing accounts within your assigned territory area.* Foster new relationships with prospective customers through various communication channels, building enduring connections.* Enjoy the luxury of remote work, eliminating the need for a daily office commute. Your focus will be on customer-facing interactions, such as cold calling or visiting existing clients.* Meet challenging yet achievable targets, with promotions based on your results. Hard work is always recognized and rewarded.**What you must have to be successful as a Business Development Executive:*** Be skilled in prospecting and identifying new leads to drive business growth.* Excellent in customer service abilities to ensure client satisfaction.* Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges and setbacks.* Be driven by targets, consistently striving for results.**The Process:**We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and we will respond back to ALL applicants. For those who are shortlisted to the next stage, the process will be as follows.Telephone Interview - Initial conversation with our recruitment team to discuss role and interest further.1st Interview - (face to face) - Meet your manager.2nd interview- Field visit (meet a peer for a hands-on insight to the role)3rd interview- Meet your managers manager.As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. That includes our staff, customers, suppliers, and our local community.We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment.Agency CV’s will not be accepted.#INDMPUKWith our core values of **Excellence, Passion, Respect** and **Agility** driving every decision, and a perfect blend of people, technology, and our corporate social responsibility strategy, we aim to deliver a great working day for our people and our customers. We strive for perfection in everything we do, and we really care for our customers. We believe in trust, respect and ethical behaviour, and we remain agile with our ability to anticipate, innovate and adapt to change.