Job Description

Business Development Executive - Schools Division

Location:

Remote, though travel required to Leamington Spa on three occasions annually

Salary:

28,000 +

uncapped commission

(OTE 40,000+)

Contract:

Full-time, employed

Ready to Join a Purpose-Driven Sales Team?

Are you a high-energy sales professional who lives for smashing targets and making a real-world impact? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and want your next role to mean something more than just numbers on a spreadsheet?

We're PAWS Therapy Dog Training, a passionate dog-mad super team bringing life-changing Therapy Dog programmes to schools across the UK - and we're hiring for a

Business Development Executive

to support our mission of impacting even more lives.

About the Role

As our Business Development Executive, you'll be at the heart of our Schools Division, responsible for introducing schools and educational settings to our unique Therapy Dog Programme. You'll guide them through every step, from initial interest to onboarding, supporting them to welcome a calm, child-loving dog into their school community.

Your job? To inspire, connect, and convert.

You'll:

Drive new client acquisition with a consultative, people-first approach Deliver exceptional interviews that guide prospects toward an enrolment decision Handle follow-ups swiftly and professionally via phone, email, and WhatsApp Build and maintain a healthy, high-quality sales pipeline Collaborate with our close-knit, high-performing team to exceed targets Be part of a growing company where your ideas and ambition make a real difference

What We're Looking For

You're:

Ambitious, self-motivated, and target-driven (you don't just meet goals, you smash them!) An exceptional communicator, both written and verbal Confident on the phone and leading meaningful conversations Organised and detail-oriented, managing multiple leads and follow-ups with care A team-player who thrives on shared wins, but can also fly solo. Resilient, adaptable, and open to learning and growth

Experience-wise, you'll have:

A proven track record in a business development or sales role Solid IT skills (especially email and CRM usage) Background or understanding in at least one of the following:

Education, Therapy, Social Work, Counselling, or Pet-Assisted Interventions

(a huge plus!)

What You'll Get

28,000 base salary

Generous uncapped commission structure

- OTE of 40,000+ Fully remote working flexibility A supportive, fun, high-achieving team environment The chance to be part of something that truly matters -helping children thrive through the power of dogs!

Ready to Apply?

To apply, please send your

CV

and a

cover letter

addressed to PAWS.

To show us you've read this job spec in full, be sure to include the words

"peanut butter"

in your cover letter and explain how your experience makes you the perfect fit.

Applications without a cover letter

will not be considered

due to volume.

This isn't another sales job. This is your chance to build a career with purpose, helping change lives - one school, one child, and one wagging tail at a time.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Free parking Private medical insurance Work from home
Application question(s):

Why should PAWS choose you over any and every other option?
Work Location: Remote