Junior Account Executive (German Speaking)

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global market research firm seeks a Junior Account Executive (German Speaking) in London. This role involves building client relationships, conducting outreach, and managing business proposals, ideal for someone with a passion for market trends and consultative sales. Candidates should have strong German proficiency and a desire for professional growth in an evolving market.

Qualifications

• Conversational proficiency in German (B2 level or higher).
• 1–2 years of experience in relevant roles.
• Strong interpersonal skills across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Conduct outreach in German and English to engage clients.
• Manage inbound inquiries and convert prospects.

Skills

Conversational proficiency in German

Interpersonal skills

Organised

Goal-oriented

Education

1–2 years of experience in business development, sales, or client-facing roles

Tools

HubSpot

Salesforce

LinkedIn Sales Navigator

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Client:

FGS Recruitment

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Junior Account Executive (German Speaking)

We’re looking for a Junior Business Development Manager with conversational German skills to join our commercial team. If you're commercially savvy, curious about market trends, and comfortable building relationships in both English and German, this is your chance to grow in a role that blends insight-driven consulting with strategic sales.

? What You’ll Do:

• Identify, research, and qualify new business opportunities across DACH and international markets.
• Conduct outreach via email, LinkedIn, and calls in both German and English to engage potential clients.
• Work closely with senior BDMs and researchers to develop custom proposals and pitch decks.
• Manage inbound inquiries and help convert prospects into long-term clients.
• Attend industry events, virtual meetings, and client briefings to support growth and retention.
• Keep detailed records of outreach and pipeline activity in our CRM system.

? What You Bring:

• 1–2 years of experience in business development, sales, or client-facing roles (internships welcome).
• Conversational proficiency in German (B2 level or higher) — able to communicate confidently with clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport across cultures and industries.
• Interest in market research, strategy, and data-driven decision-making.
• Organised, goal-oriented, and eager to grow in a consultative sales environment.
• Bonus: Experience using tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, or LinkedIn Sales Navigator.

? Why Join Us?

• Join a global market research firm working with top brands and agencies.
• Be part of a collaborative, ambitious team that values learning and progression.
• Ongoing training and mentoring to support your development toward a full BDM role.
• Competitive salary + top tier commission plan. Boosting best in market.

Speak German, love insights, and want to grow your career in business development?

We’d love to hear from you — apply today or reach out to connect.