We are hiring a Business Development Associate Our Ideal Person The Business Development Associate at Hannon will play a vital role in our sales team. You will be supporting Business Development Managers assisting them in various tasks, ensuring seamless sales operations. Within administration you can expect a mix of paperwork, data management, and coordination. Your friendly approach will enhance customer satisfaction. You will engage with potential clients over the phone, promoting our services. Being proactive and customer-focused is key to our teams success. Communication will be one of your strong suits, enabling effective collaboration internally and externally. You will be both reliable and flexible, demonstrating a commitment to achieving organisational goals while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment within the wider sales team. You will be reflective, willing to give and receive feedback, build strong relationships and take ownership of the role. Duties and Responsibilities Assisting the Business Development Managers with administrative tasks such as preparing sales quotes, reports, maintaining customer databases, and managing sales documentation e.g. tenders. Handling customer inquiries and providing prompt and accurate responses to their queries. Conducting telesales activities, including making outbound calls to potential customers, introducing our services, and generating leads. Collaborating with the sales team to develop and implement sales strategies and achieve sales targets. Coordinating with other departments, such as marketing and/or logistics, to ensure timely delivery of our services to customers. Providing our service offering knowledge and information to customers, addressing their concerns, and offering appropriate solutions. Maintaining a strong understanding of the company's services, as well as industry trends and competitors. Assisting in the preparation of sales presentations, proposals, and contracts. Managing and updating the CRM system - HubSpot to track customer interactions, sales activities, and opportunities. Supporting the sales team in organising and participating in sales events, trade shows, or conferences. Knowledge, skills and experience required Essential A solid understanding of sales and marketing principles. Proficiency in data analysis and market research. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and written. Excellent attention to detail. Capable of juggling many tasks with competing priorities and deadlines at the same time. Desirable Previous experience in sales, marketing, or business development can be advantageous. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suite, including applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Skills: Sales Business Development Data Analysis Market Research Communication Teamwork IT Benefits: Pension Fund Free parking Paid Holidays