Business Development Graduate - November 2026

Position: Business Development Graduate Locations: Uxbridge or Birmingham Start Date: November 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.