At GRAHAM, we create exceptional interior environments that transform the way people work, learn and interact. As our Interior Fit-Out business continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Business Management Graduate to join our London-based team.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to gain experience across business development, sales, marketing and business planning within one of the UK’s leading Interior Fit-Out businesses. Working alongside experienced Business Development and Client Relationship professionals, you will play a key role in identifying opportunities, engaging with prospective clients and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
The position is primarily office-based, with regular opportunities to attend client meetings, networking events and industry functions. Through structured development and mentoring, the successful candidate will be supported on a pathway towards a more senior Business Development role.
Key responsibilities
The Business Management graduate shall:
- Conduct market research to identify potential project opportunities, office relocations and workplace transformation initiatives.
- Monitor industry platforms, market intelligence tools, press releases, client announcements and online resources to identify potential leads.
- Build and maintain prospect databases and target lists using the company CRM system.
- Develop tailored email campaigns and make proactive outbound calls to secure meetings for the Business Development team.
- Support the preparation of client presentations, capability statements, bid support materials and sales collateral.
- Attend client meetings, networking events and business development activities, capturing key actions and follow-up requirements.
- Assist with the planning, organisation and delivery of marketing and networking events.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions, opportunities and pipeline activity within the CRM system.
- Support reporting and analysis of business development activity, providing insights and recommendations to the wider team.
- Work closely with Marketing, Pre-Construction and Operational teams to promote GRAHAM Interior Fit-Out’s expertise, projects and success stories.
- Contribute to business planning initiatives and strategic growth opportunities.
- Act as an ambassador for the GRAHAM brand in all interactions with clients, partners and industry stakeholders.
Person specification
Essential
- Degree in Business Management, Marketing, Business Development, Sales, Communications or a related discipline or equivalent qualifications/experience.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Confident speaking with prospective clients both over the phone and in person.
- Strong written communication skills with the ability to produce professional emails, presentations and reports.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in the construction, property or fit-out sectors.
- Proactive, self-motivated and keen to develop a career in business development.
Desirable
- Previous placement, internship or work experience in sales, marketing, recruitment, customer service or business development.
- Knowledge of the construction, commercial real estate or interior fit-out sectors.
- Experience using CRM systems.
- Experience supporting events, networking activities or marketing campaigns.
Behavioural competencies
- Commercial awareness: Demonstrates an interest in understanding clients, market trends and business growth opportunities.
- Effective communication: Builds positive relationships through professional verbal and written communication.
- Customer focus: Takes time to understand client needs and supports the delivery of exceptional customer experiences.
- Initiative: Shows enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to identify opportunities and solve problems independently.
- Influencing: Builds credibility and develops productive working relationships internally and externally.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues across Business Development, Marketing and Operations to achieve shared goals.
- Professionalism: Acts with integrity and represents the GRAHAM brand positively at all times.
GRAHAM routes to becoming a Business Development Manager (graduates)
We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.
We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
