Business Development Executive (Cork)

Are you an experienced business development professional with a talent for building strong relationships and driving growth? Do you thrive in a results-driven environment and enjoy working off your own initiative? If you’re ready to bring your skills to Guaranteed Irish, we invite you to explore this opportunity to join our team.

Guaranteed Irish is the National Symbol of Trust in Business, embodying a culture of high performance and collaboration where values drive our work and our impact. We believe in our ability to drive positive change within our communities through enterprise. Our members, both homegrown and international, are based in Ireland, committed to quality jobs, supporting local communities, and promoting Irish provenance in a sustainable manner. Our values include Trust, Empowerment, Enterprise, Fairness, Respect, and Fun. Our culture is grounded in integrity, teamwork, and support, aiming to make Ireland’s business landscape "all together better" for our members. We seek individuals who not only embody these principles but are motivated to uphold them in every interaction and take pride in their work.

Position

Overview

As a Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in growing Guaranteed Irish's member base by developing your own business pipeline. This role involves both new business member recruitment and account management responsibilities for the Munster region.

You will work closely with prospective and current members to ensure long-term engagement and satisfaction. You’ll report to the Head of Business Development and Membership, providing regular updates on your progress and meeting monthly targets.

Key Responsibilities

New Business Development:

Leverage your prospecting techniques and resources to uncover new contacts and business opportunities within the region.

Build and manage a strong sales pipeline to recruit new Guaranteed Irish members within your assigned region.

Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with prospective members to present the benefits of Guaranteed Irish membership.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities, building partnerships with stakeholders and fostering connections with well-networked industry contacts.

Attend one networking event per week that aligns with business strategy to connect with potential leads and expand industry contacts.

Account Management:

Manage a portfolio of member accounts, providing regular engagement to retain and support them in maximising their membership.

Develop and implement tailored strategies to enhance member satisfaction and long-term commitment.

Maintain accurate records of interactions and outcomes using HubSpot, ensuring all account information is up to date.

Reporting & Administration:

Prepare and present detailed monthly reports on membership growth, engagement metrics, and account status updates.

Utilise tools such as HubSpot and Asana to track progress and maintain accurate and timely documentation of all sales and account management activities.

Collaboration & Strategy:

• Work closely with the Business Development and Membership team and Marketing team to align members recruitment efforts with the Guaranteed Irish brand and goals.
• Contribute insights and ideas to enhance the Guaranteed Irish membership offering based on member feedback and market trends.
• Participate in team meetings, workshops, and strategy sessions to support the continued growth of Guaranteed Irish.

Required Skills and Experience

Professional Experience: 5-10 years in business development with a strong record of achieving or exceeding sales targets. Experience within a similar industry or audience is a plus.

Resilience and Drive: Demonstrated ability to manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, with a positive, self-driven approach even through slower phases. Ideal for candidates who have successfully operated in self-employed roles or similar environments.

Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a well-established network and a talent for fostering productive relationships across industries.

Initiative and Self-Motivation: Strong capability to work independently, demonstrating a proactive, solution-focused approach without reliance on close supervision.

Technical Proficiency: High proficiency in IT, including experience with HubSpot, Asana, and MS Office Suite, for presenting, reporting, and database management.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey the Guaranteed Irish value proposition effectively to diverse audiences.

Adaptability: Quick thinker who can adapt to changing situations and manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Salary: €38-40K pa with OTE reaching €50-52K pa

Annual Leave: 20 days plus additional leave days.

Training & Development: Continuous professional development, career path guidance, and a supportive team environment.

Equipment & Expenses: Company laptop, phone, and travel expenses covered as per company policy.

Flexible Working Arrangement: Following a one-month onboarding period where the candidate is expected to be 2 days a week at our Dublin 2 office, this role will shift to a primarily home-based setup, with a preference for candidates located in Cork/Munster. The Business Development Executive will be expected to travel to Dublin twice a month for in-person team collaboration and progress discussions.

The candidate needs to have a driving license and their own car.

If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV and a tailored cover letter to careers [at] guaranteedirish.ie. Only applications sent to this email address will be considered.