Trainee Business Development Executive

Trainee Business Development Executive – B2B – Guildford

Salary: Up to £25,000 basic (depending on experience) + uncapped commission
Year 1 OTE: £30,000–£35,000+
Location: Guildford (office-based)

Overview

Are you ambitious, confident, and eager to start a career in sales or business development?
We’re hiring a Trainee Business Development Executive to join a fast-growing B2B sales team in Guildford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with drive, personality, and the motivation to succeed — no prior sales experience is needed. You’ll receive full training, mentoring, and ongoing coaching from day one, helping you quickly progress and start earning commission.

The Role

As a Trainee Business Development Executive, you’ll learn how to generate new business opportunities, build client relationships, and manage the full sales process.

Each campaign is different, meaning every day brings something new. You’ll be speaking with decision-makers, learning how to qualify leads, and booking appointments — all while developing your communication and commercial skills.

You’ll join a fun, energetic team where success is recognised and rewarded.

hat’s in It for You

• Up to £25,000 basic salary (depending on experience)

• Uncapped commission (realistic first-year OTE £30,000–£35,000)

• Basic salary review every 3 months

• Daily and weekly incentives (early finishes, days off, and cash prizes)

• Full training and clear career progression

• Fun, sociable office with breakout area, dartboard, PS4, and bar

• Discounted membership at a local 5-star gym

• Regular team-building events, summer and Christmas parties

• Pension contributions and free on-site parking

What We’re Looking For

• Ambition and a desire to build a successful sales career

• Confidence speaking to people over the phone

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Self-motivated, competitive, and eager to learn

• Resilience and a positive attitude towards targets and feedback

• Basic IT skills and willingness to work in an office-based environment

Experience in customer service, retail, call centre, or telesales is helpful but not essential — we’re more interested in your attitude, energy, and willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Make outbound calls to potential business clients

• Qualify prospects and book appointments

• Manage your pipeline using a CRM system

• Build rapport and maintain relationships with decision-makers

• Work to clear, achievable targets with full support and training

• Contribute to a positive, high-energy team culture

If you’re ready to kick-start your career in sales and want to join a supportive, high-energy team with uncapped earning potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered for this Trainee Business Development Executive role in Guildford.