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Role: Graduate Business Development Executive / Manager (Global Markets – US Focus)Location: Manchester (Hybrid)Salary: £40,000–£45,000k + bonus + commission – OTE £60k+Type: Permanent, Full-timeThe OpportunityRecruiting on behalf of a leading global payments consultancyWe’re supporting a high-growth, international payments consultancy that works with some of the world’s largest retail and e-commerce brands. Their data-driven insights help global merchants optimise payment performance, reduce costs, and enhance customer experience.As part of their continued international expansion — particularly across the US market — they’re looking to add two proactive and commercially minded Graduate Business Development Executives / Managers to their Manchester-based team.This is a research-driven, desk-based commercial role. You’ll focus on identifying and connecting with senior decision-makers in large, global organisations — crafting compelling outreach messages that open the door to new conversations.The RoleResearch enterprise-level prospects in target sectors (primarily US-based).Identify decision-makers and build targeted prospect lists.Create and send tailored outreach messages via email, LinkedIn, and phone.Develop relevant hooks and value propositions based on each prospect’s business.Log and track all outreach activity in the CRM system.Collaborate with senior commercial leaders to refine targeting and messaging strategies.Analyse campaign performance and share insights to improve effectiveness.This is not a call-centre role — it’s about intelligent, personalised outreach and strategic communication.About You