Graduate Business Development Executive - Sustainability Sector
📍 Location: Newcastle
💼 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
💰 Salary: £25,000 base + £10,000 commission (realistic OTE £35,000 in year one)
🗓 Start Date: ASAP
❗ Applicants must have full, unrestricted, permanent right to work in the UK

I'm working with a fast-growing, purpose-led company in the sustainability sector that's looking to hire a Graduate Business Development Executive. This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate who wants to kickstart their career in sales while contributing to meaningful environmental impact.

🌱 About the Company:

My client helps organisations reduce their environmental footprint through innovative, solutions. Their services are already used by major companies across the UK, and they're expanding fast.

You'll be joining a mission-driven business where your development is genuinely supported — and where high performance is rewarded.

🌍 What You'll Be Doing:

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Identify and research prospective clients in target sectors

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Reach out via phone, email, LinkedIn and at industry events

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Build relationships with sustainability leaders and decision-makers

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Book and support client meetings (virtual and in-person)

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Collaborate with marketing and strategy teams to shape tailored proposals

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Keep the CRM system updated with leads, activity and pipeline progress

✅ Who They're Looking For:

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A recent graduate (any subject — sustainability, business, geography or environmental science a plus)

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Passionate about sustainability and making a positive impact

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A confident communicator, professional and engaging

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Target-driven and motivated to grow in a commercial role

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Organised and proactive, with a willingness to learn

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Must have full, unrestricted, permanent right to work in the UK — visa sponsorship is not available

🎁 What's on Offer:

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£25,000 base salary + uncapped commission (realistic OTE of £35,000 in year one)

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Full training and 1:1 support

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Clear career progression and personal development plan

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Hybrid working (after onboarding period)

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Collaborative, purpose-led team culture

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Opportunity to attend sustainability events and client meetings