Reed Lancashire is currently working with a well-established and growing organisation based in the South Ribble area, who are looking to appoint a Business Development Co-ordinator on a permanent, full-time basis due to continued expansion.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that prides itself on quality, innovation and delivering an excellent service to its customers. You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team environment where your contribution is genuinely valued.

The Role and Responsibilities

As a Business Development Co-ordinator, you will play a key role in supporting the growth of the business by identifying and engaging with prospective clients.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for new client enquiries
• Proactively researching and identifying potential new business opportunities
• Conducting outbound calls and follow-ups to generate interest and build pipelines
• Responding to inbound enquiries via phone and email
• Building strong relationships with prospective clients, understanding their needs and promoting suitable solutions
• Upselling and cross-selling where appropriate
• Booking qualified appointments for the external business development team
• Working closely with the sales function to ensure a smooth handover of opportunities
• Working towards targets based on appointment bookings and lead generation

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• A positive, proactive and tenacious approach
• The ability to self-motivate and manage your own workload effectively
• Confidence and professionalism when speaking on the phone
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
• Good IT skills and familiarity with CRM systems or similar
• Experience in building and maintaining strong customer relationships

Salary and Benefits

• Salary in the region of circa £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Free onsite parking
• Early finish every Friday
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop and progress within a growing business

How to Apply

If you are a driven and enthusiastic individual looking to take the next step in your career within a business development role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to apply or contact us for more information.