Elevate Cloud is a leading provider of IT Support, Cyber Security, Microsoft 365, Connectivity, Cloud Solutions, and Business Telephony services. We partner with businesses across the UK to deliver technology solutions that improve productivity, security, and business performance.
As part of our continued growth, we are looking for an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to join our sales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated sales professional who thrives on generating new business, building relationships, and closing deals.
The Role
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities across Elevate Cloud's portfolio of services.
You will proactively engage with prospective customers through cold calling, networking, referrals, and outbound sales activity, building a healthy sales pipeline and converting opportunities into long-term clients.
This role is primarily office-based from our Chippenham Head Office but will require regular travel to customer sites for meetings, presentations, and relationship-building activities.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in supporting the company's growth objectives.
What You'll Be Doing
New Business Development
- Generate new business opportunities through proactive outbound sales activity
- Conduct high volumes of cold calling and prospecting to identify potential customers
- Build relationships with decision-makers and key stakeholders
- Identify customer challenges and position Elevate Cloud solutions effectively
- Attend networking events and industry functions where appropriate
Customer Meetings
- Arrange and attend face-to-face and virtual meetings with prospective clients
- Deliver professional sales presentations and proposals
- Conduct customer discovery meetings to understand business requirements
- Build trust and credibility with prospects throughout the sales process
Pipeline Management
- Maintain a healthy and accurate sales pipeline within HubSpot CRM
- Track opportunities through every stage of the sales cycle
- Ensure all activities, meetings, notes, and opportunities are recorded within HubSpot
- Manage follow-up activities and sales progression effectively
Sales Performance
- Achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets
- Develop proposals, quotations, and business cases
- Negotiate commercial terms and close new business opportunities
- Work closely with technical and operational teams to ensure smooth customer onboarding
Reporting & Forecasting
- Provide regular sales reports and pipeline updates to the Managing Director
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts
- Report on market trends, customer feedback, and competitor activity
- Contribute ideas and strategies to support business growth
Salary
Competitive Basic + Uncapped Commission
Job Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Mid-Level to Senior (2+ years)
Location
Chippenham, Wiltshire
Department
Sales & Business Development
Reports To
Managing Director
Why work for us?
As a Key Relationship Manager, I work closely with our clients to understand their business and make sure we're delivering real value. Having someone focused on business development alongside me means we can keep building those relationships while also opening doors with new prospects. It's an exciting time to join — we're growing fast and there's a genuine opportunity to make an impact.
Alex Christopher
Key Relationship Manager
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in a business development, sales, or account management role
- Strong cold calling and lead generation experience
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Ability to build relationships with senior decision-makers
- Experience managing a sales pipeline and CRM system
- Self-motivated with a strong drive to achieve targets
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable (But Not Essential)
- Experience within the IT, Managed Services, Telecommunications, Cloud, or Technology sectors
- Experience using HubSpot CRM
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Cyber Security, IT Support, Connectivity, or Business Telephony solutions
- Experience selling B2B services
What We Offer
- Competitive basic salary
- Uncapped commission structure
- Career progression opportunities within a growing technology business
- Ongoing sales and professional development training
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Regular team events and incentives
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and contribute directly to company growth
Career Progression
This role offers progression opportunities into:
- Senior Business Development Manager
- Account Director
- Sales Manager
- Head of Sales
- Commercial Director
Equal Opportunities
Elevate Cloud is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.
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How to Apply
If you're a driven sales professional looking to build a successful career within a fast-growing technology company, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send:
- Your CV
- A brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for Elevate Cloud
Email all applications to hello@elevate-cloud.co.uk
We review applications on a rolling basis, so don't delay—apply today!