Director of Business Development

A sustainability consultancy firm is in a key growth phase and looking to expand its capabilities within the built environment and real estate sectors. They are seeking experienced, client-facing professionals to drive new business revenue and inspire team motivation across Europe. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting growth journey, with significant potential for career advancement and increased responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement sales strategies to grow business within real estate and sustainability markets.
• Client Acquisition & Retention: Build relationships with new clients and nurture long-term partnerships to drive repeat business.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a sales team to meet targets and grow client relationships.
• Market Insight: Stay informed on industry trends and competitors to identify business opportunities. Particularly within the real estate sector.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of tailored solutions.
• Sales Reporting: Track performance metrics and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Networking: Represent the company at industry events to generate new leads and strengthen partnerships.

Qualifications:

• 8-10 years of sales experience in management consulting, real estate, sustainability, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of the real estate or sustainability sectors.
• Proven ability to lead sales teams and build client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.

If you are interested in discussing some more details, please reach out at h.lowther@brightsmithgroup.com

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