Business Development Apprentice

Location: Hybrid role - Based across either our London office near to Liverpool Street or our HQ in Billericay, Essex as well as time working from home

Salary: £16,500 for the first year

Contract Type: 18 month fixed term contract

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday

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Kick-start your career in business development with Ground Control and earn while you learn!

Are you a proactive, ambitious individual looking to build a successful career in sales and business development? Do you have a passion for building relationships, identifying opportunities, and contributing to business growth? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

You’ll gain a nationally recognised Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship qualification as well as real-world experience in a leading UK environmental business.

At Ground Control, we create, maintain, and sustain outdoor environments across the UK, working with some of the nation’s biggest brands. As a Business Development Apprentice, you will play a key role in driving new opportunities and supporting our mission to deliver sustainable solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing;

Responsibilities

As part of our Business Development team, you’ll gain hands-on experience while studying for your Sales Executive Level 4 Apprenticeship. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the busy inbound sales enquiries email inbox
• Responding to potential clients either by email or over the phone and identifying definite business opportunities
• Working closely with different departments and ensuring that all enquiries are directed to the correct team in a timely manner
• Market Research into potential clients and gathering insights to help shape our business development strategies in the future
• Ad hoc admin support to the Business Development team as and when needed.
  
  

What We’re Looking For;

This is a great opportunity for a 6th form or college leaver looking for their first business development role in a busy and fast paced business.

You will need;

• A strong interest in business development, sales, or customer engagement.
• To be a confident communicator with great interpersonal skills
• A proactive and self-motivated mindset with a willingness to learn.
• Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• 5 GCSEs including Maths & English passes (or equivalent).
• A-Levels or a Level 3 qualification in Business or a related subject is beneficial but not essential.
  
  

If you’re ready to take your first step into the world of business development, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Us

Career Development Focus: We’re committed to supporting your professional growth with clear career paths, training, and tailored development programs, including our GC Leadership Academy, job specific accreditations and higher education opportunities.

Exciting Growth Opportunities: Be part of a rapidly growing company with a dynamic team and expanding client base.

Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, engaging, and innovative culture where your contributions are valued.

Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible working options, including:

23 days holiday, Increasing with length of service + bank holidays

Robust pension scheme

Medigold employee support, Free Flu Jabs, Online private GP Service

Free or subsidised national gym memberships

Employee Recognition Scheme

Ground Control

Ground Control is a UK-based grounds maintenance company powered by the latest technology. Since launching in 1973, Ground Control has grown rapidly and now provides full national coverage for our customers across the UK and Ireland.

We deliver a range of services, including grounds maintenance, winter gritting, landscape construction, design, arboriculture, electric vehicle charging point installation to more than 50,000 commercial properties across the UK.

If you are looking to invest in your future with a business that puts people at the centre of everything, click the apply now button below to speak to a member of our team.

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Equal Opportunities Statement

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and beyond.