Business Development Executive (Entry Level)

Company: Root HR Limited
Location: Basildon, Essex
Job Type: Full-Time | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract (3-month probation)
Salary: Competitive base salary + performance-based commission
Benefits: Career progression, startup growth opportunities and potential equity participation

About Root HR

Root HR is a growing UK-based AI technology startup developing intelligent solutions for HR, payroll, recruitment, workforce management and business compliance.

Through our AI-powered platform, roothr.ai, we are transforming how businesses manage their people and operations using automation, intelligent AI agents and connected technology.

We are an ambitious, early-stage company with significant growth plans across the UK market.

We are looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Business Development Executive to join our growing team.

This is more than a traditional business development position. You will have the opportunity to work directly with the founders, contribute to business expansion, develop strategic partnerships and play an important role in the growth of an emerging AI technology company.

We welcome graduates and entry-level applicants who are ambitious, willing to learn and interested in building a long-term career in technology and business.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UK market.
• - Research potential customers, industries and partnership opportunities.
• - Build relationships with business owners, decision-makers and strategic partners.
• - Generate qualified business opportunities through outreach, networking, LinkedIn and other channels.
• - Arrange and attend client meetings, product demonstrations and industry events.
• - Develop partnerships with accountants, consultants, agencies and business service providers.
• - Contribute to customer acquisition campaigns and business growth initiatives.
• - Work closely with the founders to explore new markets and commercial opportunities.
• - Maintain an organised sales pipeline and regularly report on business development activities.
• - Support the company's long-term expansion and revenue growth objectives.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• - A confident, professional and proactive approach.
• - Genuine interest in AI, technology, startups and business development.
• - Ability to build relationships and identify commercial opportunities.
• - Self-motivated, ambitious and comfortable working towards targets.
• - Good organisational and time management skills.
• - Willingness to attend client meetings and networking events when required.
• - Previous experience in sales or business development is desirable but not essential.

Recent graduates and candidates starting their careers are encouraged to apply. Full training will be provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary and Commission: Receive a base salary with additional commission linked to successful business development and sales performance.
• - Opportunity to Grow With an AI Startup: Join an early-stage technology company and contribute to its expansion in the growing AI and business automation market.
• - Work Directly With the Founders: Gain exposure to startup operations, business strategy, partnerships and commercial decision-making.
• - Long-Term Career Progression: Opportunities to develop into senior business development, partnership management or commercial leadership positions as the company expands.
• - Potential Equity Participation: Exceptional team members may be considered for future equity or share option opportunities, subject to eligibility, company approval and separate agreements.
• - Learning and Professional Development: Receive training and practical exposure to AI technology, SaaS products, commercial strategy, business development and customer acquisition.

Contract Terms

This is an initial six-month fixed-term employment contract, including a three-month probationary period.

Performance will be reviewed throughout the contract. Any extension or longer-term employment opportunity will depend on individual performance and business requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Root HR, we believe the best opportunities come from being part of a growing business at an early stage.

We are looking for individuals who want to take responsibility, develop valuable skills and contribute to building a successful AI technology company.

If you are ambitious, commercially minded and interested in technology and entrepreneurship, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a short introduction.

Website: https://roothr.ai/