Graduate Sales Development Executive

Job description

Graduate Sales Development Executive – Finance Startup

£23K - £25K Base salary - £40,000 Uncapped OTE

Manchester (Northern Quarter)

A fast-growing financial consultancy specialising in R&D tax incentives is looking for ambitious graduates to join their team as Sales Development Executives.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic start-up environment led by experienced professionals within the R&D tax sector, offering structured training, rapid career progression, and the chance to work with innovative businesses across a range of industries.

As a Sales Development Executive, you will identify UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives and introduce them to the company's specialist advisory team. You will play a key role in generating new business opportunities and building a strong pipeline of qualified prospects.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and contact UK businesses that may qualify for R&D tax incentives

Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of qualified leads

Speak with senior decision makers to understand their business activities

Educate prospects on R&D tax incentives and identify qualifying projects

Book meetings for the Business Development team to progress opportunities

Achieve monthly targets and progress through the structured sales pathway

Training & Development

You will receive unique 1-to-1 training and mentoring including:

Sales fundamentals

Objection handling

Identifying buying signals

Understanding decision-maker personality types

Full training on R&D tax incentives and how they apply to businesses

You will also receive regular performance reviews, call coaching and ongoing development.

Benefits

Work with innovative businesses across multiple sectors including Engineering, Software, Architecture, Agriculture, Construction, Manufacturing

Join a rapid-growing start-up led by industry experts with over 11 years combined experience

1-to-1 training and development

Work in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter

Clear progression into a Account Manager or Sales Leader role within your first year

What We're Looking For

Driven and ambitious graduates

Confident communicators

Competitive and resilient individuals

Strong interest in building a career in B2B finance sales

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English