Business Developer (m/f/d)
Business Developer (m/f/d)
We are looking for specialists in business development with a strong sales talent and an interest in innovation, research and science.
This position is for recent graduates or experienced professionals and involves assisting clients from a variety of industries with their innovation projects, including assisting with consulting, writing and drafting our clients’ grant applications, to managing the grant projects.
Your customers are medium-sized to very large companies that conduct research and development. All tax-paying companies with R&D activities in Germany are entitled to a tax research subsidy of up to one million euros per year (research allowance). Your main task will be to win new customers for this, but also to identify cross-selling potential.
To be successful in this role, you will have at least 2 years of B2B sales experience, preferably in the technical industry and/or (grants) consulting. You have strong communication skills and are able to make connections and maintain networks.
Key responsibilities
- Lead generation through activation of existing customer portfolio, outbound sales calls and inbound marketing
- Pitching, communicating and negotiating with C-level executives of innovative companies in German and English
- Project collaboration in marketing and communication
- Enter into research allowance service agreements with existing and new customers
- Create synergies, identify cross-selling potential and share best practices with affiliated companies in Germany and Europe
Your profile
- Commercial mindset with the ability to build long-term relationships
- At least two years of professional experience in B2B sales or as a consultant for grants and innovation
- Completed training, preferably in technical or sales-oriented vocational training or courses of study
- Proven sales record
- Quality and result-oriented
- Affinity for technology and innovation
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- German at native level and very good English
What we offer
A unique opportunity to become part of a dynamic team in the attractive field of innovation and research:
- Attractive working conditions in a smart and friendly team
- A professional and dynamic organization
- An international working environment and an extensive client portfolio
- Flexible working hours and possibility to work in a home office
- A fantastic career opportunity in an international company
- A competitive compensation package with growth potential based on results and experience
Become part of Europe’s leading funding & innovation consultancy!
Where can I work as a Business Developer
Our offices are in Berlin and Munich. There may also be the opportunity to work 100% in a home office, with regular (online) meetings and close contact with the team.
Your contact to us
Have we aroused your interest ? Do you recognise yourself in this profile and are attracted by our company and the position? Then please send us your meaningful application (well-founded cover letter and professional background, references) exclusively online. We treat your application strictly confidential.
Note
Advertising calls from recruitment agencies, job platforms, etc. are generally not welcome.
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