Business Development Representative, Commercial- Dutch speaking (f/m/d)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech company is on the lookout for a motivated Business Development Representative fluent in Dutch to engage with customers in the Benelux region. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop foundational skills in tech sales while participating in a comprehensive training program. You will work closely with regional sales teams to generate new business and build relationships with key decision-makers. With a strong focus on work-life balance and personal development, this position is perfect for those eager to kickstart their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Stock options for employees

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Personal education budget

Fitness budget

Participation in virtual and in-person events

Monthly stipend for phone/internet

Office equipment stipend for new hires

Qualifications

• Interest in a career in sales or customer-facing roles.
• Ability to understand customer needs and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation within the Benelux market.
• Collaborating with Account Executives to hand off qualified prospects.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Dutch

Excellent communication skills

Proactive qualification of customer needs

Detail-oriented and data-driven

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

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Business Development Representative, Commercial- Dutch speaking (f/m/d), London

Client: Contentful

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 528bee49fb4e

Job Views: 11

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

About the Opportunity

At Contentful, we are always searching for top candidates to join our global team of Business Development Reps. We are particularly interested in individuals who would like to pursue a career in sales and can work with our Dutch customer base fluently in Dutch.

This is a speculative job description, and an immediate opening may not be available. However, we encourage interested candidates to apply. Our recruitment team will review your profile and contact you to discuss potential opportunities. We will keep your application on file for future openings.

This position is a key contact point for our Benelux customers (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg) and prospects. It requires an organized and motivated individual to understand how Contentful can facilitate digital transformation and enhance customer experiences. As a Business Development Representative for the region, you will gain experience engaging with customers across various industries, working closely with Regional Sales Executives and support teams to generate new business. This role is ideal for those interested in starting or transitioning into tech sales, providing foundational skills for a successful career.

Part of this opportunity includes participating in our Contentful training program designed to develop highly skilled professionals through hands-on learning and skill development.

Please note: this is an onsite role.

What to expect?

• Lead generation within the Benelux market (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg)
• Deepening knowledge of customers, industries, and Contentful’s solutions
• Proactively reaching out to new prospects
• Engaging in lead generation activities such as research on LinkedIn, outbound prospecting, calling, emailing, and social outreach
• Collaborating with Account Executives to hand off qualified prospects
• Achieving pipeline targets regularly
• Building relationships with key decision-makers across industries

What do you need to be successful?

• Interest in a career in sales, lead generation, or customer-facing roles
• Fluency in English and Dutch
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to understand customer needs and challenges
• Proactive qualification of customer needs
• Understanding of business opportunities and ability to articulate them to the team
• Ability to build rapport with prospects and stakeholders
• Self-motivated, proactive approach
• Adherence to processes and diligent updating of systems
• Detail-oriented and data-driven
• Proficiency with software like Salesforce
• Interest in technology and willingness to learn about Contentful’s solutions
• Customer-first mindset
• Willingness to travel up to 10%

What’s in it for you?

• Join an innovative tech company transforming digital experiences
• Stock options for employees
• Focus on work-life balance with generous paid time off
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Personal education budget for skill development
• Fitness budget for wellness
• Participation in virtual and in-person events for learning and networking
• Monthly stipend for phone/internet and upgrade reimbursement after 2 years
• Office equipment stipend for new hires