Location: UK: Glasgow
Opportunity: Supported Hiring into permanent role
Start date: ASAP
Apply by: 8 October 2026
Valorem First is partnering with Career Returners to hire a Strategic Growth Executive. A successful returner candidate, who has had a career break of 12 months or more will receive coaching support through the transition period from Career Returners.
Valorem First is looking for someone who doesn’t just generate leads, but builds lasting client relationships. This isn’t a role where you hand opportunities over for others to close. You’ll own the full journey, from the first conversation through to a signed engagement and long-term account growth. They are looking for someone with a genuine hunger to grow the business, a commercial mindset, and a passion for delivering an exceptional client experience, not just closing the next deal.
What you’ll own
- Build and own long-term client relationships, not just transactional leads.
- Identify, pursue and close new business end to end, from first contact to signed engagement.
- Represent the organisation at industry and networking events, building a network that compounds over time.
- Own the client journey through proposal, negotiation and close – no handing off to a consultant.
- Understand client needs deeply and shape a positive experience across the whole engagement.
- Build thought leadership and a personal brand through LinkedIn content.
- Lead proposal writing, presentations and commercial negotiation directly with clients.
- Partner with delivery teams for a seamless handover, while remaining the relationship owner.
- Research target markets and build relationships with potential clients ahead of need.
What you’ll bring
- A genuine passion for building relationships – not just closing deals.
- Proven ability to own a sales process end to end, from first conversation to signed contract, without leaning on others to finish it.
- A track record in business development, sales or client-facing roles (2–4 years).
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to create compelling content and proposals.
- A natural go-getter with real hunger to grow the business – not just hit a target.
- Confidence being the face of a client relationship, not passing it to someone else once it gets serious.
- Familiarity with LinkedIn as both a business development and personal branding tool.
- Comfort owning commercial conversations and negotiations directly.
About Valorem First
Valorem First delivers tangible value to clients through strategic solutions that prioritise people, processes, and technology. They specialise in supporting businesses to optimise operations, manage risk, and achieve sustainable growth. The Valorem First approach is collaborative, client-focused, and driven by a commitment to excellence.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please subject your CV to start@valoremfirst.com
Closing date for applications is 8 October.
With any questions, please email Helen on start@valoremfirst.com
