Graduate Business Development Assistant

YouGov; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

At a glance:

• Location – London, United Kingdom
• Start Date – August 2025
• Contract Type – 12 months Fixed Term Contract
• Working Arrangement – Hybrid

Here’s a summary of the role:

Looking for a new challenge? Do you have strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint? Are you interested in a career in sales and account management? Do you like working in a team? Do you have a proactive mindset and excellent communication skills? Then look no further, we have an exciting opportunity for a graduate to join YouGov, an international online research data and analytics technology group, in our commercial team.

On the graduate programme, you will support the commercial team that is responsible for achieving sales targets for a specific group of accounts. Reporting into a Manager, you’ll support specific account management and new business processes and tasks that aid in the achievement of the team’s core objective.

You will be joining our already successful team of 25 in our London office. This is a hybrid role, so individuals must be able to commute to the London office 2-3 days a week.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

• You’ll support the commercial team(s) in the account planning and prospecting sales process.
• Monitor and record progress made against the team’s targets.
• Maintain day-to-day client relationships.
• Work closely with the Client Services, Finance, Product, Legal, and wider commercial teams.
• Support the cross-product proposition & strategy for your team’s territory.
• Support with proposals and client-specific material.
• Help build on YouGov’s reputation amongst clients within your team’s territory.

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

• An interest in the power and use of research & data.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and numerical skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Educated to degree level or other equivalent professional qualification through formal study.
• A great work ethic and attitude to learn on the job.

It would be great if you had these too, but we’ll support you if you don’t:

• Experience using, and competence in, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience in sales or customer service roles in an office or otherwise.

What to expect from the hiring process:

• Call with Talent Partner.
• Assessment/Practical Interview.
• Final Interview with the hiring team.

Some or all of these will be in person in our London office.

Graduate Programme Overview:

Our Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your career and provide a comprehensive foundation for success. Here's what you can expect:

• 12-Month Development Programme: A structured programme featuring role-specific training and professional skills development to equip you for success.
• Real-World Experience: Engage in meaningful tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience from day one.
• Exposure to Senior Leadership: Benefit from direct interactions with our CEO, graduate sponsor, and functional leaders, offering invaluable insights and mentorship.
• Comprehensive Support System: Enjoy continuous guidance from the People Experience and Development team, as well as your dedicated line manager.
• Pathway to Promotion: Successful completion of the programme can lead to a permanent role and promotion, contingent on your performance.
• Graduate Alumni Network: Stay connected with your cohort and join a vibrant community of programme alumni to support your long-term growth.

Our programme offers an incredible opportunity to build your skills, expand your network, and shape your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

What can we offer you:

We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.

• A cohesive, fun, inclusive, and supportive team environment.
• From day one, you'll have the opportunity to engage with our fast-paced, innovative teams and make meaningful contributions. We encourage innovative thinking, and when combined with our collaborative culture, it creates an enjoyable and inspiring experience for all.
• A good work-life balance. Because we all work better when we are rested. Your wellbeing is as important to us as your career growth. Access curated resources for your physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing at your convenience, anytime, anywhere.
• Exclusive LinkedIn Learning license offering unlimited access to a vast library of high-quality, expert-led training courses that are designed to elevate your skills and foster continuous growth.
• An extra day off to celebrate yourself – enjoy an additional day to relax and celebrate your birthday.

Ready to take the first step? Apply now and be part of our next generation of leaders!