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StartupBlinkSales & Business Development Specialist
StartupBlink is hiring a full-time Sales & Business Development Specialist to guide partnerships from initial discussions to completion. Operating remotely during European business hours from 9…
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About This Role
StartupBlink is hiring a full-time Sales & Business Development Specialist to guide partnerships from initial discussions to completion. Operating remotely during European business hours from 9 AM to 5 PM CET, this position involves collaborating closely with the chief executive officer along with the marketing, sales, and customer success divisions. The person in this role will introduce StartupBlink research initiatives and ecosystem projects to corporations, innovation agencies, and government bodies…
Job Description
StartupBlink is hiring a full-time Sales & Business Development Specialist to guide partnerships from initial discussions to completion. Operating remotely during European business hours from 9 AM to 5 PM CET, this position involves collaborating closely with the chief executive officer along with the marketing, sales, and customer success divisions.
The person in this role will introduce StartupBlink research initiatives and ecosystem projects to corporations, innovation agencies, and government bodies globally. Key duties include assessing potential leads through discovery calls, tracking market signals and events to source new prospects, and drafting customized outreach messages for email and LinkedIn. Additionally, the Specialist will design tailored proposals for corporate and government clients while refining template designs alongside executive leadership.
StartupBlink functions as a worldwide research center and startup ecosystem map, assisting international organizations, corporations, and governments in boosting startup ecosystem growth. The ideal candidate is an organized, persistent self-starter who communicates effectively with senior leaders, values startup ecosystems, and seeks career growth within a compact, fully remote team.
Responsibilities
- Manage the complete partnership lifecycle from initial contact to successful launch
- Qualify leads and conduct discovery calls to identify viable opportunities
- Generate new prospects by researching target organizations and monitoring market signals, conferences, and events
- Conduct personalized outreach via email and LinkedIn
- Develop customized proposals for corporate and government entities
- Collaborate with the CEO to refine and align proposal templates
- Track and adhere to department metrics
Requirements
- Minimum of two years of professional background in sales, business development, or partnerships
- B2B sector background
- Experience conducting discovery or sales calls with senior-level stakeholders
- Proficiency in outreach and proposal writing
- Professional fluency in written and spoken English
- Availability to work from 9 AM to 5 PM CET
Qualifications
- Familiarity with CRM platforms such as HubSpot for pipeline management
- Prior background coordinating or leading a small team
- Experience working with startup organizations, innovation programs, or governments
Core Skills
Benefits
- 26 paid vacation days per year
- Starting monthly salary determined by individual experience and skills
- Compensation growth opportunities tied to contributions toward company goals
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote role operating on European business hours from 9 AM to 5 PM CET.
What is the salary for this role?
The posting states that compensation begins with a monthly salary based on experience and skills, with potential growth tied to company goal contributions.
What experience is required to apply?
Candidates must have at least two years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or partnerships, alongside professional English proficiency and experience speaking with senior stakeholders.
What does the hiring process involve?
The recruitment process consists of screening questions, a brief test task, and multiple interviews with the team.
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