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Business Development Executive
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 3554 (60% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £41,700, and Citation Professional Solutions is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Business Development Consultant – New Business
Salary: Up to £32,000 base + Uncapped Commission
Hours: Full-time | Permanent
Location: Hybrid – WILMSLOW OFFICE
2026 at Citation: Win. Grow. Repeat.
Join Citation, a UK powerhouse in HR, Health & Safety, Employment Law, and ISO Compliance.
With 30 years of trusted expertise and over 60,000 clients nationwide, Citation is firmly established as a market leader and 2026 marks one of our most exciting growth years yet.
As we continue to scale, we’re looking for driven, consultative sales professionals to help fuel our momentum.
Even better? You’ll be based in our Wilmslow office, which is quickly becoming a standout hub for collaboration, energy, and high performance. The Glasgow team has already made a strong impact, and this is your chance to be part of a site that’s growing fast and building something special.
If you’re ambitious, results-focused, and want to succeed in a business that genuinely is growing Join Citation, a UK powerhouse in HR, Health & Safety, Employment Law, and ISO Compliance.
The Role
As a Business Development Consultant, you’ll be a vital part of our new business growth engine. You’ll connect with business leaders, uncover their challenges, and introduce them to Citation’s solutions that help organisations operate safely, compliantly, and successfully.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Proactively engaging new prospects through outbound B2B sales
- Taking a consultative approach to understand needs and recommend tailored solutions
- Booking high-quality appointments for our field sales teams
- Managing activity and performance through a modern CRM system
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in outbound B2B sales or appointment setting
- Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills
- Resilience and self-motivation — you thrive in a target-driven environment
- Confidence using CRM systems and digital sales tools
- A growth mindset and desire to continuously improve
What You’ll Get from Us
- Up to £32k base salary + uncapped commission - earn well above your base
- 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off
- Health cash plans, wellbeing support, and employee recognition programmes
- Award-winning sales training and ongoing development
- Regular incentives, team socials, and recognition for your success
- Hybrid working, splitting your time between home and our thriving Wilmslow office
- Fantastic office with pool tables!
Why Now?
Backed by leading investors KKR, Hg Capital, and HarbourVest, and with 15 acquisitions in the last 3 years, Citation is more ambitious than ever. 2026 is all about momentum, and Glasgow is a key part of our future.
Win. Grow. Repeat - Apply now!
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Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Citation Professional Solutions holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3554 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.