# Business Development Executive

**Company:** [Superyachts.com](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/pyep4kTEou9dHhodxBYzhh.md)
**Location:** London, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** hybrid
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

### About Us

Superyachts.com is the definitive luxury yachting and lifestyle website and a leading independent online resource for high-net-worth individuals seeking to charter, purchase, build or refit a superyacht. Reaching a global audience, we promote a wide range of businesses across the superyacht and wider luxury industries through our industry-leading digital platform.

In addition to media and advertising, we create high-end marketing content in-house, placing us in a unique position as a true one-stop shop for clients looking to elevate their brand presence within the Superyacht Industry.

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a driven, commercially minded and personable **Lead Generation & Commercial Support Executive** to join our talented team.

### The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to build a career in commercial growth, luxury events and business development.

Working directly with the Director, you'll play a key role in supporting the commercial growth of Superyachts.com and our portfolio of luxury events. From generating qualified leads and supporting outreach activity to attending international events and assisting with client communications, no two days are the same.

This is **not** a traditional sales role. Rather than cold calling, you'll support lead generation, commercial projects and relationship management while gaining valuable exposure to the superyacht and wider luxury industries.

You'll work closely with the Director to support commercial initiatives, attend meetings, assist with event delivery and help ensure opportunities are progressed efficiently from initial enquiry through to ongoing client communication.

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who is ambitious, confident and excited to hit the ground running. We're looking for someone who enjoys meeting new people, thrives in a fast-paced environment and is excited by luxury brands, international travel and building long-term relationships.

### Lead Generation & Commercial Support

-   Generate qualified leads and identify new commercial opportunities.
-   Support outreach activity and follow-up communications.
-   Assist with client communications and relationship management.
-   Prepare presentations, proposals and supporting commercial materials.
-   Support commercial projects across Superyachts.com and our portfolio of luxury events.
-   Maintain accurate records of leads, clients and ongoing opportunities.
-   Work closely with the Director to support business development initiatives.

### Events

-   Support the planning and delivery of luxury events throughout the year.
-   Attend meetings with clients, partners and industry professionals.
-   Represent Superyachts.com at networking events and international events.
-   Assist with guest communications and event logistics where required.

### Director Support

-   Support the Director across key commercial projects and priorities.
-   Attend meetings, take notes and track follow-up actions.
-   Assist with project coordination and day-to-day business activities.
-   Provide administrative support where required.

## Requirements

-   Available to start immediately.
-   Based in London or within a reasonable commuting distance of North West London (hybrid working).
-   Hold a valid passport with no travel restrictions and be able to travel internationally when required.
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-   Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
-   Confident, proactive and comfortable building relationships with clients and stakeholders.
-   Comfortable managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
-   A genuine interest in luxury brands, events and business development.
-   Experience in the luxury, events, hospitality or superyacht industries would be advantageous, but is not essential.

## Benefits

-   £28,000–£34,000 salary.
-   Hybrid working.
-   International travel opportunities.
-   Exposure to world-leading luxury brands and industry professionals.
-   Hands-on experience across commercial growth, luxury events and business development.

-   A unique opportunity to build your career within the luxury and superyacht industries.