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Junior Sales & Business Development Executive


Company : Optum


Location : Mitcheldean, ENG


Created : 2026-05-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.We are looking for a motivated Junior Sales & Business Development Executive to support our sales team by identifying potential clients, assisting with sales activities, and helping to develop new business opportunities. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their sales career who is eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced commercial environment.What you''ll do:Assist in identifying new business opportunities across target marketsSupport senior sales colleagues in managing existing client relationshipsResearch prospective clients, decision makers, and contactsHelp prepare weekly and monthly sales updates (including pipeline activity) using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)Assist in preparing client presentations and sales materialsAttend sales meetings, client calls, and internal briefings to gain end-to-end sales experienceSupport marketing and promotional activities, including events, trade fairs, and online campaignsCollaborate with the Operations and Commercial teams to help identify upsell and cross-sell opportunitiesConduct basic competitor and market researchContribute to proposals and bid documentation with guidance from senior team membersHelp maintain accurate CRM records, ensuring all leads, contacts, and opportunities are up to dateYou will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as providing development for other roles you may be interested in.What you will bring:If you don''t meet every single requirement, don''t let that hold you back - we''re just as excited about potential as we are about qualifications and experience, and you could be exactly who we''re looking for.Degree or diploma (business, marketing, sales, or related fields)Demonstrated fundamental understanding of basic sales principles (training will be provided)Possesses a solid interest in pursuing a career in sales or business developmentDemonstrated solid communication and interpersonal skills; confident speaking with clientsDemonstrated good organisational and time management skills; able to prioritise and meet deadlinesProven ability to have a positive, proactive attitude with a "can-do" approachProven ability be team-oriented and collaborativeDemonstrated willingness to learn sales techniques, CRM systems, and industry knowledgeDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Proven salesforce (or similar CRM) experienceFluent in EnglishOutcome focus: Works toward agreed goals and is open to guidance and coachingAdaptability: Open to learning new systems, processes, and approachesInitiative: Shows enthusiasm, contributes ideas, and takes action where appropriatePresentation skills: Comfortable presenting information with guidance and practicePressure tolerance: Remains calm and focused during busy periods or tight deadlinesWhat We Offer:Opportunities for professional development Inclusive and supportive team culture Key benefits: Private health insurance, wellness programs, matching pension contribution, lunch provided by the company, training opportunities, employee donations matching and othersPlease note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. 2026 UnitedHealth Group. All rights reserved.#BBMEMEA