Graduate Trainee (Business Development Executive) | Full-Time | Entry Level
Location: Liverpool, UK
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Graduate / Entry Level / Trainee
About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious, personable and commercially minded Graduate Trainee (Business Development Executive) to join our team in Liverpool. This is an entry-level opportunity for a graduate or career starter who wants to develop practical experience in business development, customer engagement, sales and relationship management.
Full training and ongoing coaching will be provided, giving you the opportunity to understand how organisations identify new opportunities, develop customer relationships and support business growth. You will work alongside experienced colleagues while developing practical skills in communication, prospect engagement, sales processes, account support and business development.
The position is designed to provide a strong foundation for a long-term commercial career. As you develop your knowledge, confidence and professional capabilities, you can take on greater responsibility and work towards progression into senior business development, account management and leadership roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Support business development activities designed to identify and develop new customer opportunities.
- Communicate professionally with prospective and existing customers to understand their requirements.
- Assist with identifying suitable prospects and maintaining accurate customer information.
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships with customers and business contacts.
- Support the preparation and delivery of presentations, proposals and relevant business information.
- Follow established business development and sales processes when engaging with prospects.
- Respond to customer enquiries and ensure information is communicated clearly and accurately.
- Maintain records of customer conversations, opportunities and follow-up activities.
- Work closely with sales, marketing and operational colleagues to support wider business objectives.
- Participate in training, coaching and development activities to strengthen commercial, communication and leadership skills.
We're Looking For Someone Who Is
- A confident and professional communicator who enjoys building relationships.
- Commercially aware and interested in business development and sales.
- Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Positive, reliable and willing to take responsibility for their work.
- Comfortable speaking with new people and developing professional relationships.
- A good listener who can understand customer requirements and respond appropriately.
- Eager to learn new business development techniques, systems and processes.
- Motivated to develop professionally and progress into positions with greater responsibility.
Requirements
A degree or relevant higher education qualification is welcomed, although candidates with strong transferable skills and a genuine interest in business development are also encouraged to apply.
You should have good communication and organisational skills, a professional approach and the ability to learn quickly. Confidence when speaking with customers or business contacts, basic computer literacy and an interest in commercial activities will be useful.
The role is suitable for recent graduates, career starters and individuals looking to transfer experience from customer service, retail, hospitality, sales, administration, marketing, events or other people-focused environments into business development.
Experience
Previous experience in relevant business development, sales, customer-facing, administrative, retail, hospitality, marketing, operations, account management, or related roles is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What You'll Receive
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing coaching.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- Leadership development and mentoring.
- Recognition and reward programmes.
- Team socials and networking events.
- National and international travel opportunities.
- A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working environment.
Career Development
This graduate trainee position is structured to help you build a practical foundation in business development while developing commercially valuable skills. Through training and hands-on experience, you will learn how to identify opportunities, communicate with prospects, maintain professional relationships and support business growth.
As you gain experience, you may become involved in more advanced customer relationship activities, opportunity management, business development planning and team support. Your responsibilities can develop alongside your capabilities, allowing you to work towards positions such as Business Development Executive, Senior Business Development Executive, Account Manager or Team Leader.
Ongoing coaching will help you identify areas for improvement and strengthen your communication, commercial awareness, organisation and leadership skills.
Why Join Us?
Our approach to progression is based on performance, capability and commitment. As you gain experience, you can build towards positions with greater responsibility and leadership involvement. This makes the role particularly suitable for graduates, career starters and individuals looking to establish a long-term career in business development.
You will join a working environment where professional development is supported through practical learning, coaching and collaboration. Rather than simply focusing on immediate responsibilities, the role provides opportunities to understand different aspects of customer engagement and commercial operations.
You will have the chance to learn from experienced colleagues, build confidence in professional conversations and develop the skills needed to progress within a business development career. Individuals who demonstrate initiative, consistency and a willingness to learn can take on broader responsibilities as they progress.
Apply Today
If you're ready to build a rewarding career with a company that invests in your professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for the Graduate Trainee (Business Development Executive) position in Liverpool.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Hiring decisions are made based on skills, qualifications, and business needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
