Sales Development Executive - entry level.Hitchin Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Full-time - Office basedWe are working with an established Hitchin-based business who are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Sales Development Executive to join their busy team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in sales. Full training will be provided, and there is an excellent opportunity to progress within the organisation into a Business Development Manager role.You will be responsible for speaking with prospective clients, introducing the company and its services, identifying key decision-makers and generating new business opportunities by arranging appointments for the Business Development team.Day-to-Day DutiesMaking a high volume of outbound calls to prospective clientsIntroducing the company and its services to potential new clientsResearching businesses and identifying key decision-makersSpeaking confidently and professionally with decision-makers and contactsHandling gatekeepers professionally and effectivelyAsking initial questions to understand a client''s needsBooking appointments for Business Development ManagersFollowing up on conversations via telephone, email and LinkedInMaintaining accurate records of calls, contacts and conversationsConsistently following up with prospective clientsWorking towards agreed activity levels, appointment targets and team objectivesPassing more complex conversations to experienced colleagues where ..... full job details .....