Experienced Business Development Manager

About Us: The Bayard Partnership is an exclusive partnership of top-level Project, Change, and Transformation managers. We strive to be a source of excellence and experience in helping our clients continuously improve in complex environments by co-designing & co-delivering challenging transformational change.

We are dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients through our team of highly skilled and motivated freelance professionals.

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in selling professional services. This role is perfect for a driven professional looking to become an integral part of a small, agile and highly successful business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Acquisition: Identify and secure new clients, projects, and business opportunities to drive growth. Proven ability to close sales deals and consistently drive revenue growth.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and freelance professionals, favoring face-to-face contact whenever possible.
• C-Level Negotiations: Engage in high-level discussions and negotiations with C-suite executives to secure contracts and partnerships.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement business development strategies to achieve company goals.
• Networking: Represent The Bayard Partnership at industry events. Leverage your existing network of clients and freelance professionals to generate new business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of business development experience, preferably in the IT/Technology and Transformation services.
• C-Level Engagement: Demonstrated experience in discussing and negotiating at the C-level.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Dutch, French, and English.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with a high standard of integrity and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze market trends and data to inform business strategies.
• Self-Motivated: Highly motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Why join us:

• Be part of a vibrant community that values collaboration, curiosity and generosity
• Growth Opportunities: Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment.
• Collaborative Culture: A collaborative and inclusive work culture.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive financial package.
• Potential to impact the future of our organization and our clients
• Tailormade onboarding will be provided to support you from the start to become successful

If you are a driven and experienced business development professional with a passion for growth and success, we would love to hear from you. Join us at The Bayard Partnership and help us achieve new heights!

Should your profile match our criteria, we will contact you personally.