BD Executive (UK based project) - SaaS selling must

We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented Business Development Executive to join our expanding team. This role focuses on driving growth in the UK market by identifying prospective clients, generating and qualifying B2B leads, managing outbound sales efforts, and supporting digital outreach campaigns. The ideal candidate will thrive in a technology-driven, international environment and enjoy activities such as cold calling, market research, lead generation, and digital engagement. This position operates Monday to Friday, from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM, based in Block D, CBR Town, Phase 1, with an in-person work arrangement.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Lead Generation:
Conduct thorough research on UK-based companies, target industries, and key decision-makers to uncover business opportunities. Generate and qualify leads through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, and other prospecting channels. Initiate contact with potential customers to present relevant products and services, maintaining a robust pipeline of qualified prospects. Schedule sales meetings and appointments for the UK Business Development team, ensuring consistent follow-ups and engagement throughout the sales cycle. Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, quotations, and other sales materials while keeping accurate records of all interactions and activities.

Email Marketing & Lead Nurturing:
Design and manage targeted email campaigns to enhance lead generation and customer engagement. Maintain precise prospect and contact databases, track campaign responses, and analyze performance to identify improvement areas. Ensure timely follow-up on leads generated through marketing efforts and support ongoing lead-nurturing initiatives to advance prospects through the sales funnel.

LinkedIn & Digital Outreach:
Execute prospecting and outreach via LinkedIn and other digital platforms. Support social media activities and content scheduling aimed at business growth. Identify sales opportunities through online engagement and assist with digital content creation to boost brand awareness and lead generation. Collaborate closely with Business Development and Marketing teams to align with broader commercial goals.

CRM & Pipeline Management:
Maintain detailed and accurate records of leads, prospects, opportunities, and communications within Zoho CRM. Keep sales pipelines current and track prospect progress and follow-ups. Uphold high standards of CRM data quality and assist in preparing sales and lead-generation reports and dashboards.

Market Research:
Analyze UK market trends, competitors, target sectors, and potential accounts. Identify new companies, projects, partnerships, and commercial opportunities. Gather market intelligence to support business development efforts and share valuable insights with the team to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Required Qualifications

- Proven experience in Business Development, B2B Sales, Lead Generation, Inside Sales, or Sales Support roles.
- Practical experience with cold calling, email prospecting, LinkedIn outreach, and lead generation.
- Familiarity with CRM systems, with Zoho CRM experience highly preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Confidence in engaging with prospective customers and decision-makers.
- Strong research, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Effective follow-up and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet business development targets.
- Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working independently or within a team.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, IT, or a related discipline.
- Experience working with UK-based or international clients.
- Solid understanding of B2B sales processes, lead qualification, and pipeline management.
- Background in SaaS, software, IT services, technology, or related industries.
- Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator or similar lead-generation tools.
- Experience collaborating with international sales or business development teams.
- Knowledge of email marketing or sales engagement platforms.

The position offers a monthly salary starting from Rs70,000. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to develop their commercial skills in a dynamic and technology-focused international business setting.