Business Development Executive

Business Development / Appointment Setter 📍 Manchester - Office Based 💰 £30,000 Starting Salary + Bonus + Benefits   A well-established consultancy business based in Manchester is looking to hire a driven Business Development / Appointment Setter to join their growing commercial team. The company works with organisations across a range of industries and helps them plan and manage major business projects. Your role will be to speak with senior decision-makers, introduce the company's services, and secure meetings for the consulting team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building conversations over the phone, asking the right questions, and creating new opportunities.    The Role Your main focus will be to generate meetings with senior decision-makers by engaging businesses that may benefit from the company's consultancy services. Responsibilities include: Speaking with senior leaders and decision-makers Introducing the company's services and value proposition Booking qualified meetings for the senior team Building relationships and identifying opportunities Following up with leads generated through marketing and research Maintaining a consistent pipeline of opportunities Targets are realistic and focused on quality conversations rather than high-volume scripted calling.    What We're Looking For We are looking for someone with the right mindset and work ethic. You will ideally be: Confident and comfortable speaking on the phone Curious and good at asking questions Tenacious and resilient Motivated by success and progression Able to hold professional conversations with senior people Self-driven with a strong work ethic This role is not suited to script-based call centre selling — the company values people who can think on their feet and build genuine conversations.    Experience Previous sales, recruitment, or business development experience is preferred Experience speaking to decision-makers is beneficial Industry experience is not essential Attitude and communication ability are more important than background.    Salary & Benefits Starting salary around £30,000 Performance-related annual bonus Pension Private healthcare Life assurance Clear earning progression for strong performers High performers in the role can see significant salary growth over time.    Working Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm This role is primarily office-based as the team works closely together and supports each other's success.    This position would suit someone who enjoys opening conversations, developing opportunities, and building relationships with senior professionals. About Precision People Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership. Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates expectations. Interested?  To apply for the Business Development executive position, here are your two options: "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Kirsty Reeves  on (phone number removed) between 8.00am - 5.00pm. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPTP