Junior Business Development Consultant, Amsterdam Zuid

Permanent People Rec2Rec; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 32,400 - 39,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option after training

Professional growth opportunities

Excellent commission structure

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Amsterdam is seeking a Junior Business Development Consultant to drive sales in the Finance sector. The role involves building relationships with existing and prospective clients, managing the recruitment cycle, and requires fluent Dutch. You'll receive extensive training and enjoy a supportive work environment with great earning potential and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year in a sales, customer service, or client facing position.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships.
• Proactive and results-driven approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire new clients in the Finance sector.
• Manage the recruitment process from initial contact to final placement.
• Stay updated on market trends within the Finance sector.

Skills

Sales experience

Client relationship building

Cold calling

Interpersonal skills

Fluent Dutch

Good English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Supporting Recruiters across Europe to find their next best role within top tier agencies!

Finance Market

€36,000 annual basic + commission & bonus

Our client, a well-established recruitment agency with 25 years of experience in the Dutch market, specialises in the Finance and Technology sectors. Based in Amsterdam Zuid, the team is focused on expanding their contract acquisition services. With a current team of 11 dedicated professionals, the goal is to grow to a team of 20, so a very exciting time to join.

The Role:

As a Junior Business Development Consultant, you’ll be responsible for the sales side of the recruitment process. You will join their Finance team, working with existing clients, building and expanding these relationships, whilst confidently approaching prospective clients to bring on new business.

You’ll get intensive training, and work closely with the office Manager to ensure you have excellent knowledge of Finance recruitment and the sales process.

This is a sales‑focused role that requires proactive client engagement, building a network and knowledge of the Dutch market, and acquiring new client accounts in a competitive environment. With a designated candidate resourcing team, who will find the talent for the vacancies you bring in, it will allow you to purely focus on building client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development: Identify and acquire new clients in the Finance sector, leveraging your network and market knowledge to expand your client base.
• Full Recruitment Cycle Management: Oversee the recruitment process from initial contact to final placement, including contract negotiations and post‑placement follow‑up.
• Market Expertise: Stay updated on market trends within the Finance sector, advising clients accordingly.

Job requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year in a sales, customer service, or client facing position.
• Fluent Dutch is essential, along with a good level of English.
• Located in Amsterdam.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Confident cold calling new prospects and selling the business services.
• A proactive and results‑driven approach to work, with the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, target‑oriented environment.

What’s on offer:

• A dynamic and supportive work environment in a well‑established company.
• Opportunities for professional growth as the team expands.
• 1 day WFH after your 6 month training.
• Designated trainer to support with your career growth.
• Excellent earning potential: no threshold to earning commission, lead bonus and quarterly bonus.
• A chance to be part of a close‑knot team with a shared goal of growing the business.

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