Sector Lead (m/w/d) | Business Development & Strategic Account Management

Pacific International Executive Search; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific International Executive Search in Düsseldorf is seeking a proactive business development professional to build relationships with senior executives and decision-makers, manage strategic client accounts, and identify new opportunities.

You will own a specific industry sector, collaborate with Executive Search Consultants to deliver client projects, lead commercial discussions, and maintain CRM records.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor's degree (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Business Development, Sales, Recruitment, Executive Search, or related commercial roles.
• Fluent in English and German or another European language.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with senior executives and business decision-makers.
• Manage and grow strategic client accounts.
• Identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Lead industry sector insights and market expertise.
• Collaborate with Executive Search Consultants on client projects.
• Lead commercial discussions and support proposals.
• Represent the firm at industry events and networking activities.
• Maintain accurate CRM information and market data.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Executive Search

Account Management

Client Relationship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About Pacific International:

Pacific International is a global Executive Search consultancy with offices in Philadelphia, London, and Düsseldorf. We partner with organizations worldwide to identify and attract exceptional leadership talent. Our clients range from Fortune 500 and FTSE 100 organizations to innovative, high-growth businesses navigating transformation, succession planning, and growth initiatives.

Through a research-driven and multilingual approach, we help organizations build stronger leadership teams and achieve long-term business success.

We offer a structured and merit-based career path in Executive Search. From day one, you will work alongside experienced consultants, engage with senior executives across international markets, and develop expertise in leadership, talent, and business strategy.

The Role:

• Build and develop relationships with senior executives and business decision-makers


• Manage and grow existing strategic client accounts


• Identify and qualify new business opportunities


• Take ownership of a specific industry sector and build market expertise


• Partner with Executive Search Consultants to deliver successful client projects


• Lead commercial discussions and support proposal development


• Represent Pacific International at industry events and networking activities


• Track market trends, competitor activity, and business opportunities


• Maintain accurate information within our CRM platform

Ideal Profile:

• Hold a bachelor's degree (preferred) or possess equivalent professional experience


• Have experience in Business Development, Sales, Recruitment, Executive Search, Consulting, Account Management, Customer Success, or a related commercial environment


• Have professional fluency in English and either German or another European language


• Enjoy building long-term relationships and influencing senior stakeholders


• Are commercially minded and motivated by business growth


• Thrive in a dynamic, performance-oriented environment


• Are highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated


• Enjoy working with ambitious colleagues in a collaborative team environment


• Are willing to work regularly (3-4 days/week) from our Düsseldorf office

Why Join Pacific International?

• Clear progression and career development opportunities


• Opportunity to own and grow strategic client relationships


• Exposure to senior executives and business leaders across global markets


• Comprehensive training, coaching, and professional development programs


• Mentorship from experienced commercial and business leaders


• International collaboration with colleagues and clients across Germany, the UK, and the United States

Dynamic, multilingual, and collaborative culture

• Recognition programs and international incentive trips for top performers

Pacific's Diversity Statement

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We are firmly committed to these values and actively promote diversity in every executive search mandate. All hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities to apply.