Business Development Graduate - Graduate Opportunity in Business & Entrepreneurship

Birmingham (near the Mailbox) | Full-Time | Permanent | Immediate Start Preferred (Negotiable)

Salary: Base salary starting at £25,000 increasing to £35,000 within the first year.

Are you a recent graduate looking to build a long-term career in business, rather than just taking your first job?

At Sage, we provide ambitious individuals with the opportunity to gain real-world experience in business development, client engagement, and commercial growth from day one. Whether you’ve recently graduated or completed your degree within the last few years, this role offers structured training, practical exposure, and a clear pathway for progression based on performance.

This is a hands-on graduate opportunity designed for individuals who want to understand how businesses grow, how client relationships are built, and how results are delivered in a commercial environment.

Why Join Sage?

At Sage, we believe long-term success comes from developing people properly. Rather than hiring externally into senior positions, we focus on training and mentoring individuals internally, creating opportunities to progress into leadership roles as you develop.

You will be trained across multiple core areas of the business, including business development, account management, and operational strategy. This provides a well-rounded understanding of how organisations scale, retain clients, and maintain performance.

We are committed to long-term development. If your goal is to progress into leadership, take on more responsibility, or build a strong foundation in business, this role is designed to support that journey.

Training & Development Areas:

• Business development and sales processes
• Client relationship management and retention
• Commercial awareness and business operations
• Campaign coordination and project support
• Leadership development and team support
• Performance tracking and reporting
• Communication and stakeholder engagement

Who We’re Looking For:

• Graduates within the last 3 years, available to start within 4 weeks
• Individuals motivated to build a career in business, not just gain experience
• Confident communicators who can adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Those with an interest in leadership, business, or management
• Driven, reliable individuals with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn

What We Offer:

• Structured training with ongoing mentorship and support
• Competitive base salary with additional performance-based earnings
• A clear pathway into client management and increased responsibility
• Long-term progression opportunities within the business
• A collaborative, performance-focused working environment
• Practical exposure to real business operations and client interaction

At Sage, we focus on developing individuals through practical experience, accountability, and continuous learning.

If you are ready to start building a career in business and want a role where your development is taken seriously, apply today for our Business Development Graduate position in Birmingham.