Client Solutions Manager

Rappler Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Rappler Inc. is seeking a strategic business development professional who understands how data, AI, and digital innovations shape today’s information landscape.

The role goes beyond sales to engage clients as trusted advisors, identifying opportunities where capabilities solve real-world problems and organizational challenges. The ideal candidate will leverage expertise to understand client needs, deliver tailored research solutions, and provide strategic insights driving business growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, consultative selling in market research or related industry.
• Strong understanding of market research methodologies, tools and trends.
• Strong storytelling and communication skills; translate data into strategic value.
• Able to analyze client needs and translate into effective solutions.
• Self-motivated, proactive, with strong negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Market Research, or related field; advanced degrees are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through a consultative, insight-driven approach.
• Engage potential clients to understand challenges and co-design tailored data and AI solutions delivering strategic value.
• Lead high-level discussions and presentations to position the company as a trusted expert in digital intelligence.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and identifying growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals, RFPs, and strategic pitches that align with client needs and company goals.
• Contribute to thought leadership and represent the company at industry events to strengthen brand presence and credibility.
• Stay ahead of market and technology trends to inform solution design, partnerships, and business strategy.
• Support revenue objectives through strategic planning, account management, and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

B2B sales

Consultative selling

Market research

Data & AI awareness

Client relationship mgmt

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

We are seeking a strategic business development professional who understands how data, AI, and digital innovations shape today’s information landscape. Beyond sales, the candidate must engage clients as a trusted advisor, identifying opportunities where our capabilities can solve real-world problems and organizational challenges.

The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to understand client needs, deliver tailored researchsolutions, and provide strategic insights that drive business growth.

This role emphasizes relationship building, solution-based selling, and offering valuable consulting rather than just product promotion.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through a consultative, insight-driven approach.
• Engage potential clients to understand their challenges and co-design tailored data and AI solutions that deliver strategic value unique business needs.
• Lead high-level discussions and presentations that position the company as a trusted expert in digital intelligence.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and identifying opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop proposals, RFPs, and strategic pitches that align with client needs and company goals.
• Contribute to thought leadership and represent the company at industry events to strengthen brand presence and credibility.
• Stay ahead of market and technology trends to inform solution design, partnerships, and business strategy.
• Support revenue objectives through strategic planning, account management, and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in B2B sales, specifically within the market research or related industry, with a consultative selling approach.
• Strong understanding of market research methodologies, tools, and industry trends.
• Strong storytelling and communication skills: able to translate complex data concepts into clear strategic value
• Ability to analyze client needs and translate them into effective solutions.
• Self-motivated, proactive, with strong negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Market Research, or a related field; advanced degrees are a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Customer-Centric Approach
• Solution-Oriented Selling
• Industry Knowledge
• Relationship Management
• Negotiation Skills