VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a prestigious Modern Company in NI and Ireland with the recruitment of a Business Development Specialist. This is a prestigious organisation that operates within the Construction / Mechanical and Engineering and the successful individual will reap the rewards of a company that is thriving and places immense value on their staff. Permanent position - Monday - Friday Role is based in Glengormley - Newtownabbey Salary £35,000 + Bonus & Significant Progression Opportunities + Fantastic Benefits Package Job Purpose We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Business Development Executive to expand our client base within the construction and civils industry, focusing on onshore and offshore projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, prospecting, and cultivating relationships with potential clients while maintaining strong connections with existing clients to drive business growth. Research and identify potential clients and key decision-makers in the construction and civils sector, both onshore and offshore. Develop and execute strategic plans to engage new clients and expand business opportunities. Build and maintain relationships with clients through regular communication and meetings, understanding their needs, and proposing tailored solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of services and offerings with client requirements. Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients. Keep abreast of industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth. Achieve and exceed sales targets and objectives set by the company. Prepare and submit proposals, quotations and necessary paperwork required to secure business using the marketing team for support. Attend networking opportunities including conferences and industry events. The Ideal Person: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, or relevant field. This is not an essential requirement. Proven track record in business development ideally within the construction and civil engineering industry although specific industry experience is not essential Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel as needed. For further information on this vacancy please apply via the link below or contact Phil Doherty for a confidential discussion via Vanrath. ' ''Vanrath have been fantastic in helping me gain employment in my chosen field. They have been extremely helpful throughout, easy to talk to, and regularly went above and beyond to ensure I was happy at my current place of employment. I hope to continue to work with them in future.'' ''I would highly recommend VANRATH who I found to be thoroughly helpful, informative and efficient from first point of contact. Within a week of sending my CV I had interviewed and received an offer for a new role'' ''I found VANRATH to be friendly, professional, and genuinely interested in understanding exactly what the candidate is looking for. The entire process was smooth and efficient, I was kept informed throughout.'' ''VANRATH were an incredible help in finding me my new position. Within a day or two of uploading my CV to the platform, VANRATH were already on the phone looking to get to know me and my interests and motivations better. This consideration was then carried through to their job searches and reflected in the opportunities they then offered to me. I felt that they understood what it was I wanted from my career and cared enough to guide me with respect to that, even if it meant not necessarily jumping at the first opportunity that arose.'' 'In my eyes, VANRATH is the clear industry leader of recruitment in Northern Ireland. With a long history of placements, they have perfected the recruitment trade, which was made very clear to me during my time with them. Whether you plan to find your new role or work directly for VANRATH, you can expect nothing but the best.'' ''The team at VANRATH were extremely helpful in helping me find my new role. They kept me up to date on my application and provided excellent advice throughout the interview process. Overall the process could not have gone smoother or any quicker and I would definitely recommend reaching out to them if you are on the lookout for a new role.'' ''Vanrath were massively helpful in helping me secure my new role. They provided tips and example questions for the interviews and were able to get quick feedback.'' ''The best agency I've worked with to date! They were unbelievably professional and supportive from start to finish. They listened to my needs and found a placement that was perfect for me. VANRATH were thorough and prompt when I had any questions and were a pleasure to speak to, I really can't recommend them enough.'' Skills: Sales Executive BDE Business Development Account Manager Specialist Benefits: Fantastic Benefits Package