Sales
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BDE
Cardiff
Business Development Executive Remote - Field Base - South Wales £35k - £45k + Bonus + £3,600 car allowance 9:00am - 5:00pm Yolk Recruitment are supporting a growing UK funding provider in their search for a Business Development Executive to join their Invoice Finance division. This is a genuine development role. You'll work closely with experienced Business Development Managers, supporting deal origination, attending client and introducer meetings, preparing proposals, and helping progress opportunities through to completion. If you're commercially minded and want hands-on exposure to structuring SME funding deals, this is a strong next step. What You'll Be Doing Business Development Support Supporting BDMs in sourcing and progressing Invoice Finance opportunities Attending meetings with business owners and professional introducers Building and maintaining introducer relationships across the Southwest & Wales Following up on meetings to keep deals moving Pipeline & Deal Progression Managing and tracking opportunities in CRM Supporting regional pipeline reporting Working closely with Operations to ensure smooth onboarding Deal Preparation & Credit Support Assisting with proposal preparation Gathering and reviewing financial information Supporting credit submissions for presentation to committee Liaising with Credit and Risk to ensure policy alignment What We're Looking For Essential: Experience in a sales support, relationship management, or business development role within financial services Strong communication skills and confidence speaking with business owners Organised and capable of managing multiple live opportunities Commercial awareness and interest in SME finance Desirable: Experience in Invoice Finance or SME lending Exposure to credit proposals or financial submissions Understanding of working capital solutions Why Join? Established and growing UK funding provider Strong regional sales structure Progression pathway into BDM Clear exposure to deal structuring and relationship development Recognised as a top employer within financial services Clear development pathway within commercial finance
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Business Development Manager
Cardiff
Business Development Manager Cardiff - Hybrid Yolk Recruitment is supporting a leading digital marketing agency in their search for a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious sales professional to play a key role in driving new client acquisition and revenue growth across a portfolio of services including social media management, content marketing, paid media, and digital campaigns. The Role As Business Development Manager, you'll be responsible for the full sales cycle - from identifying opportunities and building relationships to closing deals and ensuring a smooth handover to the account management team. You'll combine consultative sales skills with a solid understanding of digital marketing solutions to position the agency as a trusted partner for growth. Key Responsibilities Revenue Growth & Sales Targets Manage the full sales process, from lead generation through to deal closure Create and deliver strategies to bring in new clients aligned with the agency's expertise Source new opportunities via networking, referrals, prospecting, and events Deliver tailored pitches and proposals showcasing digital expertise Negotiate contracts and manage pricing strategies to close deals Build long-term client relationships to encourage repeat business Collaborate with account managers and delivery teams to ensure smooth onboarding Stay up to date on digital and social trends, innovations, and competitor activity Identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities Report regularly on pipeline, forecasts, and target progress Analyse performance and suggest improvements Requirements 3-5 years' experience in business development or sales within a digital marketing, media, or agency setting Proven track record of meeting and exceeding revenue targets Solid understanding of digital and social media services (SEO, content, paid ads, influencer marketing etc.) Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills Self-motivated, target-driven, and confident in a fast-paced sales environment Able to work independently and collaboratively Preferred: Established network within marketing, advertising, or digital-first industries Experience selling retainer-based agency services Familiarity with digital performance metrics Benefits Basic salary up to £40k Commission structure Car allowance Clear progression and career development opportunities Hybrid working Regular team events and industry networking opportunities Supportive and collaborative environment working with creative specialists
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Commercial Manager
Cardiff
Commercial Manager Location: South Wales Salary depending on experience The Opportunity Yolk Recruitment is proud to be supporting one of our clients in the drinks manufacturing sector with the appointment of a Commercial Manager. This is a senior, commercially led leadership role with full accountability for sales growth and revenue performance across multiple channels. The successful candidate will own the commercial strategy end-to-end, while providing oversight and direction across operations, people, compliance, and retail to ensure the wider business supports commercial success. Sales is the core focus of this role; all other functions exist to enable and accelerate growth. Key Responsibilities Sales & Commercial Leadership (Primary Focus) Own and deliver the overall commercial and sales strategy for the business. Drive sustainable sales growth across: Local and regional wholesale channels, managing a field sales structure. Off-trade partners including national providers and independent retailers. Independent convenience and regional grocery opportunities. National and local pub companies and hospitality groups. Identify, scope, and execute new route-to-market opportunities. Lead and develop relationships with key customers, distributors, and strategic partners. Take ownership of export opportunities where commercially viable. Maintain full control of product innovation and NPD pipeline, aligned to customer and market demand. Monitor sales performance against targets, forecasts, and KPIs, adjusting strategy as required. Strategic & Board-Level Leadership Contribute to and deliver the wider business strategy with a strong commercial lens. Act as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders and the Board. Ensure all departments are aligned behind commercial priorities and revenue goals. Retail & Customer Experience Provide leadership oversight of retail and on-site customer touchpoints. Ensure retail performance supports brand visibility, profitability, and sales growth. Collaborate with sales and marketing on promotions, events, and launches. Marketing & Brand Development Lead commercial input into marketing strategy across on-trade and off-trade channels. Work with external marketing partners on brand positioning, campaigns, and launches. Use market insight, competitor analysis, and customer data to inform product and pricing strategy. Skills & Experience Proven senior commercial or sales leadership experience within drinks, FMCG, hospitality, retail, or manufacturing. Strong track record of delivering sales growth across multiple channels. Excellent commercial acumen with experience owning P&L and revenue strategy. Experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams. Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills. Sound understanding of operational, regulatory, and compliance environments. Personal Attributes Results-driven, commercially focused, and highly strategic. Confident leader with a hands-on approach when required. Entrepreneurial mindset with resilience and adaptability. Strong communicator who leads by example. Passion for products, brands, and customer experience.
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Business Development Executive
Cardiff
Business Development Executive Basic salary £28k OTE £40K Office based - Cardiff Yolk Recruitment are working on behalf of a leading comparison service, looking for an experienced New Business Executive to join a brilliant company in Cardiff. This is a great opportunity for anyone with a background of sales who loves working towards targets, earning as much as possible and being a part of a strong team. As a Business Executive you will be working closely with the sales team and will be accountable for generating new clients. Your day will be made up of building relationships, dealing with any inbound & outbound enquiries. This role will be office based with two remote working days per month should you wish to use them. Main responsibilities as a Business Development Executive Undertake a high volume of phone calls, both inbound and outbound, to prospective clients. Targeted at 10 sales per month. Build strong relationships with potential new clients. Be proactive by reaching out via phone calls/emails to generate new business. Manage the accounts when needed. Take responsibility of growing the accounts via telemarketing. You will adapt while selling to different prospects. Thrive under pressure while working towards targets. Efficiently manage your own pipeline. Your skills/ experience as a Business Development Executive 2 years Sales experience in a B2B environment Object handling Excellent customer service skills Fully competent with Microsoft Office Applications Ability to work under pressure. Positive and outgoing Excellent time management Attention to detail. Benefits to you Basic Salary of £28,000 OTE £40k Monthly & quarterly bonus Flexi time Birthday off Christmas shutdown Takeaway Friday Free parking onsite Annual pay review Mon-Fri No dress code. Pension scheme Apply now for more details Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. *Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
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Insurance Sales
Cardiff
Insurance Adviser - Cardiff 📍 Location: Cardiff 💷 Salary: £35,000 basic + uncapped commission (OTE £70k - £100k) 📑 Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Are you an experienced telesales professional ready for your next big opportunity? We're working with one of the UK's leading insurance specialists who are looking for ambitious Insurance Advisers to join their growing team in Cardiff. This business is well-established in the health and protection insurance sector, with offices across the UK and a supportive, high-performing culture. You'll benefit from full training, continuous development, and a clear pathway to success. What's on Offer £35,000 guaranteed basic salary Uncapped commission, realistic OTE £70,000-£100,000+ Regular bonuses and performance incentives 28 days' annual leave including bank holidays, plus additional holiday for long service Pension contributions and access to discounted private medical insurance Comprehensive in-house training and ongoing coaching A supportive, fun, and rewarding working environment The Role - Insurance Adviser As an Insurance Adviser, you'll be providing consultative advice to clients on Life Insurance, Income Protection and Critical Illness cover. Using an advanced quotation system, you'll identify customer needs, explain product benefits, and guide them towards the most suitable solution. Key Responsibilities: Carry out fact-finding calls to understand client needs and budgets Recommend suitable protection products from top UK providers Overcome objections and highlight key benefits to close sales Deliver excellent customer service while achieving sales targets What We're Looking For Proven telesales experience, ideally within insurance or financial services Strong background advising on Protection products (Life, Critical Illness, Income Protection) Experience selling regulated products in a high-volume environment Excellent communication, listening, and objection-handling skills Target-driven with a strong desire to succeed Quick learner with the ability to apply product knowledge effectively If you're ready to take your telesales career to the next level, apply today to find out more.
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Lauren Cubitt
Senior Principal Consultant | Office Support
Lauren possesses extensive knowledge of the Commercial and Office Support space across the South Wales market.
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Pasher Prazsky
Senior Consultant | SAAS & Tech Sales
Pasher specialises in connecting exceptional sales talent with leading companies nationwide, from entry-level to executive scales.
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David Jenkins
Sales Director
David identifies opportunities for Yolk to partner with clients who are undergoing growth, discovering how we can take them to the next level.