Starting a new career can feel like a leap into the unknown.
But for Harry, Business Development Executive at CBTax, starting his career through a graduate scheme opened a world of opportunities for him.
The Business Development Associate (BDA) Programme at CBTax is designed to provide aspiring sales professionals with a strong foundation for a successful career in business development.
Participants are mentored by top-performing experts while learning the core principles of sales, relationship building and business growth. The programme helps develop key influencing and communication skills, offers opportunities to build a professional network across the industry and provides hands-on experience within a fast-growing, ambitious business environment.
One of the biggest benefits of the BDA Programme was the early exposure to senior decision-makers. Engaging with C-suite finance leaders from the outset helped Harry develop a stronger commercial understanding and confidence in client conversations.
"The exposure really helped shape my conversations moving forward, making me more commercially informed," he explains.
Collaboration with the wider business has played a key role in his development. From sales colleagues breaking down calls and meetings to technical and financial teams providing valuable expertise, Harry has been able to learn from experienced professionals across the business.
Having joined CBTax in September 2025, Harry is particularly proud of how quickly he has adapted. Taking ownership of the full sales cycle and earning the trust of colleagues to manage client relationships has been a significant achievement in his career so far.
For Harry, one of the standout aspects of working at CBTax is the clear progression pathway and culture of recognition.
"Hard work here is rewarded and recognised," he says.
His advice to graduates considering a career at CBTax?
"Jump into it, be a sponge, pick people's brains and develop your own understanding."
For ambitious graduates looking to accelerate their professional development, Harry's experience highlights the opportunities available to learn, grow and build a rewarding career at CBTax.
Explore our current vacancies at https://careers.cbtax.com/.
Or get in touch with our Associate Talent Acquisition Director, Geoff Banks-Smith, at geoffbankssmith@cbtax.com and start your journey today!