Junior Business Development Manager

YouGov; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 430,000 - 440,000; Full time

Job summary

YouGov in Stockholm is seeking a Junior Business Development Manager to lead growth in the Nordic market. You will hunt opportunities, present data-driven solutions, and build strategic partnerships with high-profile clients.

Join a global leader in market research and data analytics, with training from senior sales professionals and a base salary in SEK430k– SEK440k per year plus performance-based commissions.

Qualifications

• Experience in market research, data analytics, or related industries.
• 1–2 years of client-facing B2B sales experience.
• Proven track record in new business development or sales.
• Ability to understand brands’ needs and requests within market research.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Fluent in English and Swedish, written and spoken.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Collaborative team player with strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Nordic market.
• Present YouGov's products and services to potential clients, demonstrating value.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for clients.

Skills

Market research

Data analytics

B2B sales

New business development

Networking

Presentation skills

English & Swedish fluency

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you a passionate hunter with flair for marketing and a deep understanding of brands' needs? We're seeking a driven Junior Business Development Manager to join our Stockholm team and lead our growth journey in the Nordic market!

By having this position you'll be at the forefront of driving growth and generating new partnerships in the Nordic region, with a crucial role in expanding our client base and delivering innovative data solutions to some of the world's most influential brands.

With your strategic mindset and curious nature, you'll hunt for opportunities and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams to turn leads into long-lasting relationships that drive our business forward. This is your chance to make a significant impact, turning your hunting prowess into tangible results for a global leader in market research and data analytics.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Nordic market.
• Present YouGov's products and services to potential clients, demonstrating their value.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in target companies and sectors.
• Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for clients.

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

You have a passion for marketing and data, coupled with a commercial mindset and can-do attitude:

• Experience in market research, data analytics, or related industries is a plus.
• Preferable 1-2 years of client facing B2B sales experience.
• Proven track record in new business development or sales.
• Ability to understand brands’ needs and requests within market research.
• Strong networking and relationship-building skills.
• Fluent communication skills, both written and spoken, in English and Swedish.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, effectively managing multiple deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player with a positive, solution-oriented mindset, excellent communication and presentation skills, and confidence in working with numbers and interpreting data.

Being part of YouGov is an ideal opportunity for anyone interested in progressing their career in a global leader in market research and data analytics. The role will come with training and development from senior sales professionals within YouGov to build on your skill set. The remuneration package includes a base salary in the range of SEK430k - 440k per annum, complemented by a performance-based commission structure.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.