Job Description

Position: Business Development Graduate

Locations: Uxbridge, Birmingham, Manchester, or Newcastle

Start Date: Summer 2026

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 fast-paced, high-reward environment. If you thrive on challenges and want to develop world-class commercial skills, this role is for you.

About the Role

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're 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

About KEYENCE

Founded in 1974,

KEYENCE

is a global leader in automation and control technology, providing cutting-edge solutions in Sensors, Vision, Measurement, Safety, and Microscopes. Operating in 90% of global industries and generating over

$8 billion

in annual sales, our

Direct Sales model

and focus on innovation have driven industry-leading profitability and growth.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: From 33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Life insurance Private dental insurance Private medical insurance
Education:

Bachelor's (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person