Business Development Manager

SAMY; Helsinki; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Hybrid work option

Global mobility opportunities

Mentorship program

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

SAMY, a leading brand communications agency, seeks a Business Development Manager to drive new business and expand in Finland and across the Nordic region. You will lead consultative sales, nurture long-term client relationships, and partner with internal teams to develop strategic proposals.

Ideal candidates bring a proven B2B sales track record, agency experience, and a passion for social media. Hybrid work and global mobility are offered as part of a collaborative, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Proven B2B sales track record in acquiring new business and cultivating strategic accounts.
• Experience in marketing, communications, or creative agencies.
• Strong passion and hands-on familiarity with social media and social-first strategies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with C-level stakeholders.
• Self-driven, proactive mindset with collaboration and project management skills.
• Desire to learn, innovate, and develop modern agency sales methodologies.
• Fluency in English and Finnish (additional Swedish is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities through targeted outreach and strategic prospecting.
• Lead the full consultative sales process from needs analysis to negotiations and closing.
• Co-create winning, strategic proposals with internal teams.
• Collaborate within the Kurio / SAMY team and the international sales network.

Skills

B2B Sales

Agency Experience

Social Media

Consultative Selling

Project Management

Learning Mindset

Languages: English & Finnish

Job description

About SAMY

We weren't built to follow, we were built to lead.

SAMY is the global powerhouse redefining brand communication for a social-first world- helping brands stay relevant, shape culture, and build real connections at the speed the world moves. Since 2013, we've grown from a bold idea into a global force: 1,200+ experts, 17+ offices, 55 markets, 22+ countries. We launch 40+ campaigns a week, create one piece of content every minute, and generate +$500K in revenue every day.

We are Path Finders: curious, ambitious, and never afraid to challenge what's next.

We don't play it safe. We build what's next.

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Role Mission

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Business Development Manager who is passionate about sales and growth. In this role, you will drive new business acquisition and expand our market presence using advanced sales strategies and tools both in Finland and across the Nordic region. You will play a pivotal role in establishing successful, long-term client relationships and continuously elevating our sales processes. Are you ready to take on the challenge?

Key Responsibilities

• Actively identifying and securing new business opportunities through targeted outreach, networking, and strategic prospecting.

• Leading the entire consultative sales process, from initial contact and deep-dive needs analysis to final negotiations and closing.

• Partnering closely with our internal teams to co-create winning, strategic proposals for prospective clients.

• Working as an integral part of the Kurio / SAMY team, while also collaborating within our international sales network.

Skills and Experience

• Proven B2B Sales Track Record: Extensive proven track record in B2B sales, specifically in new business acquisition and strategic account cultivation.

• Agency & Industry Experience: Experience working within marketing, communication, or creative agencies.

• Social Media Expertise & Passion: A deep passion for social media paired with hands-on experience or strong familiarity in areas such as social channels, social listening, social monitoring, influencer marketing, or related social-first strategies.

• Consultative Selling & Communication: Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to challenge and consult C-level decision-makers.

• Drive & Project Management: A self-driven and proactive approach, combined with excellent team collaboration and project management skills.

• Methodology & Learning: A continuous desire to learn, innovate, and develop modern agency sales methodologies.

• Languages: Fluency in English and Finnish (additional language skills, especially Swedish, are considered a strong asset).

Benefits:

• Work your way - Flexible schedule, hybrid work, and the opportunity to work up to 3 weeks a year from any SAMY office around the world.

• Time that matters - Celebrate your birthday with a day off, plus company holidays on December 24th and 31st to recharge.

• Grow with us - Global mobility opportunities, mentorship, parenthood support, and a transparent performance-driven compensation framework.

• Be part of the journey - Help shape our team through our referral program and enjoy a collaborative, social culture, backed by a transparent, performance-driven compensation framework that rewards impact and supports your growth.

• Extra time off - vacation plan with 24 days during your first year, increasing to 30 days in your second year.

• Your well-being first - Stay active and healthy with a Wellhub membership, including a waived registration fee and access to the Online Plan.

The SAMY Mindset

Forget the job description for a second. The real question is: are you a Path Finder? Bold enough to challenge what's possible. Collaborative enough to build it together. Driven enough to make it happen.

We don't just hire for roles, we hire for mindset. We look for people who communicate with honesty, collaborate without ego, embrace change with energy, and take real ownership of what they build.

We're not looking for people who think the same, we're looking for people who want to grow with us.

Here's what it actually looks like to belong here:

Be Kind - because respect, trust, and honest feedback make great teams stronger.

Go Beyond - because good is never enough when excellence is the standard.

Craft Together - because the best ideas don't happen in silos.

Enjoy the Journey - because growth lives outside the comfort zone.

Own It - because real impact starts with accountability.

If this feels like your kind of adventure, let's build something together.

Diversity & Inclusion

At SAMY, difference is not something we accommodate, it's what makes us stronger.

With a team made up of 70% women and more than 35 different nationalities, our different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences challenge our thinking, sharpen our creativity, and push us to build better work, and a better company.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to thrive. And if you need support or adjustments along the way, we'll make sure you have what you need to do your best work.

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