Business Development Executive

Are you a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships & influencing others?
Want the chance to combine sales skills with compliance awareness - helping businesses do the right thing while promoting the benefits of licensed music?
If you’re motivated by targets & thrive on making a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Full Time, 2 months FTC
Salary: £27,000 basic + 20% bonus (OTE £32,400 per annum) + company car
Working: 37.5 hrs/week, Monday to Friday
Territory: Birmingham, Wolverhampton, and surrounding areas
Training: 29 Sep to 1 Oct / End date: 28 Nov 2025 

In this front-line sales role, you will leverage your strong relationship-building skills, confidence in closing sales, and accuracy in capturing and reporting data to deliver for our client.

What you will be doing

• Source leads from call files, pioneer leads and tip-offs

• Educate business owners on their legal obligations regarding music licensing

• Present the benefits of licensing, sell licences to outlets, and promote the positive aspects of music use

• Hold constructive but sometimes challenging conversations with business owners, persuading them of the value of securing the correct licence

• Overcome objections and close sales with professionalism and confidence

• Secure licence payments in-outlet using contactless card payment

• Capture accurate data, provide feedback, and share insight on territory trends, leads, and opportunities

What we are looking for

• Proven experience in field sales, compliance, or business development

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with confidence in handling objections and challenging conversations

• Persuasive and solutions-focused, able to influence decision-makers while maintaining a calm, professional approach

• Resilient, target-driven, and motivated by results, without becoming confrontational or discouraged

• Highly organised, able to work independently and manage a busy call schedule

• Comfortable using CRM systems

• Full UK driving licence for at least 12 months

What We Offer

• Competitive salary plus performance-related incentives

• Full training on music licensing requirements, sales process, and Salesforce

• Company vehicle and business expenses covered

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on compliance and industry sustainability

At REL Field Marketing, our colleagues are valued, supported, and set up for success by empowering them with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel in a dynamic environment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive and celebrate individuality.

Awards

We are an Award-Winning Workplace! We’re proud to be recognised as one of UK & Europe’s Best Workplaces™ every year since 2015, with additional accolades:

• UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Women (since 2018)
• UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing (since 2022)
• UK’s Best Workplaces™ for Development (since 2024)
• UK’s Best Workplaces™ in Consulting & Professional Services (2023)
• Happiest Workplace Award (WorkL, 2023)

We’re also the most awarded agency in our industry, with multiple FMBE awards (our industry awards) and more Agency of the Year titles than any competitor.

Sustainability

Looking for a company committed to a Sustainable Future? Our environmental achievements include...

• Ecovadis – Silver Award
• ISO 14001 & ISO 27001 Certifications
• Cyber Essentials Accreditation
• Partnership with Oblong Trees

Ready to join a workplace where your talents are recognised, your growth is supported, and your success is celebrated? Join us!