German Speaking Business Development Executive

HAND Enterprise Solutions LTD.; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

European travel opportunities

Bonus structure

Training and career development

Job summary

HAND Enterprise Solutions LTD. is seeking a European Business Development Executive to drive growth across European markets from Cheshire East with hybrid working.

You will identify new customers, build strong client relationships and support business growth, while traveling across Europe as required. The role targets candidates with B2B sales or related commercial experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, self-motivated approach.

Qualifications

• Fluent in German and English (essential).
• Experience in B2B sales, business development, or customer-facing roles desired.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities through outbound sales, networking and events.
• Build and develop relationships with distributors and clients across Europe.
• Deliver engaging presentations and tailored proposals.
• Collaborate with European Sales Manager, marketing and sales teams.
• Maintain CRM records and manage sales pipeline.
• Attend European trade shows and client meetings.

Skills

German fluency

English fluency

Tools

CRM

Job description

European Business Development Executive

Location: Cheshire East (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 DOE + Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Travel: European Travel Required

Ready to take your sales career international? Safer Hand Solutions are supporting a growing and ambitious business in the search for a European Business Development Executive to join their expanding European sales team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and commercially minded individual who enjoys building relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and helping companies grow within international markets. Whether you have previous B2B sales experience or are looking to take the next step in your commercial career, this role offers excellent development opportunities and the chance to travel across Europe.

The Role

As a European Business Development Executive, you will play a key role in expanding the company's presence across European markets by identifying new customers, building strong client relationships, and supporting business growth. Key responsibilities include:

• Generating new business opportunities through outbound sales activity, networking, and industry events.
• Building and developing relationships with distributors and clients across Europe.
• Delivering engaging presentations and tailored commercial proposals.
• Working closely with the European Business Development Manager, sales teams, and marketing colleagues.
• Managing sales pipelines and maintaining accurate CRM records.
• Attending European trade shows, client meetings, and networking events.

What We’re Looking For

• Fluent in both German and English (essential).
• Previous experience in B2B sales, business development, account management, or a customer-facing commercial role would be advantageous.
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and driven to succeed.
• Comfortable making outbound approaches and developing new business opportunities.
• Willingness to travel throughout Europe when required.
• Additional European language skills would be beneficial but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
• Attractive bonus structure.
• Hybrid working available.
• European travel opportunities.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Opportunity to join a growing and successful international business.

Interested?

If you speak fluent German, enjoy building relationships, and are looking for an exciting opportunity within international business development, we’d love to hear from you.