Business Development Executive

Somerset | Full-Time | Permanent

Introduction

Are you a driven sales professional looking to take your career to the next level? Join Acorn by Synergie's successful team in Somerset and be part of a fast-paced, rewarding environment where your ambition and results are truly valued.

You will be joining a close-knit, high-performing local team where your voice matters, your ideas are listened to, and your success is celebrated. This is a role for someone who wants ownership, visibility, and the chance to make a real impact across Somerset.

Key Duties

• Proactively win new business across Somerset.

• Build and manage relationships with new and existing clients across multiple sectors.

• Identify business opportunities and develop tailored recruitment solutions.

• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to order placement.

• Build strong, long-term client relationships.

• Achieve personal and team sales targets.

• Represent Acorn by Synergie within the local business community through networking and client meetings.

• Work collaboratively with recruitment colleagues to convert opportunities into successful outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales or business development.

• Confident, people-first approach with strong communication skills.

• Self-motivated attitude with a drive to exceed targets.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

• Desire to build a long-term career in recruitment.

• Full UK driving licence (essential).

We welcome experienced B2B sales professionals as well as recruiters. More important than background is attitude, curiosity, and the desire to build strong relationships and a successful career with us.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.

• Structured onboarding programme.

• Ongoing coaching and development support.

• Minimum 25 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with service.

• Your birthday off and a You Day.

• Hybrid working.

• Generous company sick pay scheme.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

• Pension scheme and life assurance from day one.

• Clear career pathways.

• Friendly, supportive, and inclusive working environment.

• Discount shopping portal and long-service awards.

• Competitions, incentives, and regular team get-togethers.

• Recognition and rewards for high performance.

Interested?

Apply today to join a successful recruitment business with a strong presence in Somerset and take the next step in your sales career.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.