Graduate Business Development Representative (Commercial Associate)

About the role

Join Pareto’s Commercial Associate Graduate Scheme as a Business Development Representative. This entry‑level position offers the chance to develop a deep understanding of the company’s services and to build relationships with prospective clients across the UK.

Key responsibilities

• Learn the full suite of Pareto’s offerings to confidently engage prospects.
• Contact inbound leads and nurture business relationships.
• Manage an assigned territory, visiting client sites and prospects regularly.
• Negotiate, close, and sign contracts with key decision‑makers.
• Act as the central liaison between customers and internal teams such as Sales, Delivery, Legal and Product.
• Support existing customers with contractual changes and maintain strong post‑sale relationships.

Required profile

• Degree‑level education.
• Exceptional communication, listening and interpersonal abilities.
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to succeed in a target‑driven environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, staying composed under pressure.
• Proven adaptability and a willingness to learn new concepts quickly.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive base salary of £28,000 with OTE up to £38,000 in the first year.
• Two weeks of dedicated soft‑skills training and digital learning.
• Inclusive, dynamic environment with regular social events.
• Clear progression routes to senior or technical leadership roles.
• Access to extensive L&D courses and development opportunities.