Job description
Kickstart your career in sales with a global market leader.
At KEYENCE, we’re looking for ambitious graduates ready to take ownership of their careers in a fastpaced, high-reward environment. If you thrive on challenges and want to develop world-class commercial skills, this role is for you.
As a Business Development Graduate, you’ll be the CEO of your own territory, managing client relationships and driving sales. Your week will be split between:
- 3 field-based days: Visiting clients, delivering product demonstrations, and closing deals.
- 2 office-based days: Prospecting new business opportunities and building on existing customer relationships alongside your team.
You’ll start with an intensive training programme combining classroom learning and on-the-job mentoring. As you grow, you’ll continue to benefit from structured development in sales, leadership, and management—with every manager at KEYENCE promoted from within.
What We Offer
- Starting Salary: £33,000 + location allowance
- Quarterly Bonus: Minimum £5,000 in Year 1 (guaranteed)
- Company Car: For business and personal use
- Private Healthcare: Includes dental, optical, audiology, and subsidised gym membership
- Pension Scheme: Advanced company pension with Aviva
- Life & Critical Illness Cover
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Fully Expensed Travel & Accommodation
- Laptop & Mobile Phone Provided
What we are looking for
- A degree in any discipline
- Strong motivation and a winning mindset
- A full UK driving licence
- Eligibility to work in the UK by Summer 2026
Accepted degree subjects
Any
Additional job details
- Location
- Manchester
- Salary
- £33,000
How to apply
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 31 May 2026
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Closing date: 31 May 2026