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Business Development Executive
Location: London
Salary: Competitive Commission
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week Monday-Friday
Shape the Future of Sustainable Infrastructure
At Ground Control we dont just deliver projects we help shape greener safer and more resilient communities. As a Business Development Executive youll play a key role in winning high-quality infrastructure projects that drive positive environmental change and support the rapid growth of our teams nationwide.
This is a chance to be part of something bigger: creating meaningful partnerships with leading organisations building solutions that make a lasting impact and driving forward our vision for a sustainable future.
This is a great opportunity for someone at the start of their Business Development career or with a few years early experience in a similar role.
What youll do
In this role youll use your expertise in consulting sales and relationship building to connect with large multi-site Blue Chip organisations. Youll open doors inspire confidence and secure projects that not only deliver exceptional results but also contribute to a more sustainable world.
Key responsibilities include:
- New Business Development
- Proactively identify and secure high-value opportunities in infrastructure and sustainability-focused sectors.
- Represent Ground Control with integrity and professionalism raising brand awareness and expanding market presence.
- Generate qualified leads build pipelines and manage the full sales cycle from first conversation to successful close.
- Identify opportunities for cross-collaboration across our divisions (e.g. Environmental Services Landscaping Arboriculture).
- Client Engagement
- Deliver compelling proposals and presentations positioning Ground Control as a trusted partner in sustainable infrastructure.
- Collaboration & Relationships
- Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients and internal teams.
- Bring exceptional negotiation and influencing skills grounded in a deep understanding of client needs.
What were looking for
- A results driven mindset with a passion for building meaningful client partnerships.
- A collaborative approach able to work seamlessly with internal teams to deliver outstanding outcomes.
Why join us:
Career Development Focus: Were committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths training and tailored development programs including our GC Leadership Academy job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.
Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.
Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive engaging and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.
Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package along with flexible working options including:
23 days holiday Increasing with length of service bank holidays
Yearly bonus scheme & Share options
Robust pension scheme
Medigold employee support Free Flu Jabs Online private GP Service
Free or subsidised national gym memberships
Employee Recognition Scheme
2 personal choice volunteering days
Ground Control
Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973 Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We deliver a range of services including grounds maintenance winter gritting landscape construction design arboriculture electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50000 commercial properties across the UK.
If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.
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Equal Opportunities Statement
At Ground Control we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on sex age disability gender identity marital status pregnancy race religion or belief sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
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Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- B2B Sales
- Marketing
- Cold Calling
- Sales Pipeline
- Salesforce
- Inside Sales
- Customer relationship management
- CRM Software
- negotiation
- Lead Generation
About Company
Ground Control is a leading external maintenance business and biodiversity expert committed to enhancing and improving the physical environment for our customers and their communities.We're a purpose driven, values centred business, on a mission to realise the potential of human natur ... View more
