Business Development Executive

Salary/Rate:£25k - 27k per year
Job type:Full-time
Working Options:Remote
Town/City:London
County:Greater London
Specialism:Drinks Recruitment
Job ref:76227
Post Date:November 07, 2025
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About the Role

Business Development Executive (SOUTH London)

Join a Fast-Growing Health & Wellness Drinks Brand!

SOUTH London

£27,000 + travel allowance + bonus

Ready to launch your career in field sales with a brand that's transforming the health and wellness space?

This is your chance to join one of the most exciting and innovative drinks brands in the UK! A company that’s on a mission to bring feel-good energy and functional wellness to people’s everyday lives 

They're scaling fast, and now they’re looking for a Business Development Executive in South London to join their team and be part of the journey.

If you're hungry to succeed, love connecting with people, and want to be part of a positive, purpose-led brand, this is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door and grow.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Winning New Business: Pitch the brand to gyms, yoga studios, health food stores, convenience shops and more – bringing the drinks to places people love.
  • Building Relationships: Support your retail partners and help them grow with tailored plans and smart sales strategies.
  • Making an Impact In-Store: Set up engaging product displays using branded materials that make people stop, try, and buy.
  • Spreading the Word: Be the face of the brand at sampling events, trade shows, and pop-ups.
  • Owning Your Patch: You'll have the autonomy to manage your own area, often working independently, making decisions on the ground, and planning your days for maximum impact.
  • Tracking Progress: Keep your territory organised, report on wins and challenges, and share feedback with the team.

About You:

  • Confident & Outgoing: You love meeting new people and thrive in social situations.
  • Motivated & Resilient: You bounce back quickly and always push to find a way forward.
  • Creative Thinker: You’re full of ideas and enjoy problem-solving in real time.
  • Entrepreneurial Spirit: You’re excited by the idea of helping a young brand grow and succeed.
  • A Bonus: Experience in sales/FMCG is great, but what really matters is your attitude and energy.

This is more than just a job! It’s a chance to be part of a movement in the wellness world. You’ll be joining a supportive, passionate team that values creativity, hustle, autonomy, and having fun while doing great work.

Sound like your kind of role?

Apply now and kickstart your sales career with one of the most exciting brands in the industry! ⬇️

 evie.coates@advocate-group.co.uk

 0161 639 0080

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. Please note that The Advocate Group is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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