Business Development Executive German Speaking

Business Development Executive German Speaking Overview

At Unispace, we are dedicated to creating environments that empower individuals and organizations to flourish. As a global design-build partner, we deliver innovative workplace and life sciences projects for leading brands worldwide. With a team of over 500 professionals across four continents, we integrate strategy, design, project management, and delivery to provide a seamless experience for our clients. Our culture is built on collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement, valuing diverse perspectives to enhance our teams and client experiences.

The Business Development Executive (German Speaking) plays a crucial role in driving Unispace’s growth by establishing connections with new clients and identifying opportunities, particularly in German-speaking regions. This position focuses on expanding our reach in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, fostering new relationships, initiating meaningful discussions, and generating opportunities that lead to innovative workplace solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proactively engage with prospective clients through outreach, networking, and strategic follow-up to identify and qualify new business opportunities in your designated region.
• Lead outreach initiatives, including cold calling and email engagement, to introduce Unispace’s value proposition and secure meetings for senior sales leaders.
• Build and maintain a high-quality sales pipeline, nurturing initial client interest and contributing to long-term relationship development.
• Research and analyze target markets to uncover trends, key decision-makers, and potential client needs.
• Partner with senior team members to develop and refine client engagement strategies for priority sectors and accounts.
• Provide accurate tracking and reporting of leads, appointments, and conversion metrics to support business planning and forecasting.
• Collaborate with regional and global colleagues to share insights, strategies, and opportunities that drive growth across markets.
• Support data-driven decision-making by contributing to lead analysis, reporting, and pipeline optimization.
• Ensure all client interactions reflect Unispace’s brand values, tone, and inclusive approach to partnership.
• Actively contribute to a positive and collaborative culture, celebrating wins and sharing lessons learned to continuously improve.
• Build a strong network of contacts across your selected region to leverage for future business opportunities.

Performance Metrics:

• Achievement of monthly and quarterly lead generation and appointment setting targets.
• Consistent growth in the sales pipeline and quality of opportunities generated.
• Conversion rate of leads to qualified meetings and business opportunities.
• Positive feedback from internal stakeholders regarding collaboration, communication, and quality of leads.
• Demonstrated contribution to market insights, trend identification, and strategic client mapping.
• Engagement and teamwork across sales, marketing, and regional leadership teams.

Experience and Skills Required:

• 1-3+ years of experience in a client-facing or business development role, ideally in a B2B or professional services environment.
• Proven success in lead generation and appointment setting through cold calling, email outreach, and networking.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to clearly articulate value propositions.
• Highly motivated, proactive, and resilient, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and track progress effectively.
• Data-driven approach to sales, familiar with CRM systems and pipeline management.
• Understanding of the sales cycle and key performance indicators within business development.
• Fluency in German and strong proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is essential.
• Experience in the commercial real estate, design & build, or professional services sectors is a plus.
• Collaborative team player who embraces diversity, inclusion, and continuous learning.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension and paid holiday leave.
• Travel opportunities across our global offices.
• Extensive rewards and recognition programs.
• Career development opportunities and a focus on employee well-being.

If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world’s most recognizable commercial design projects, please apply through our careers page. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle where required by applicable law.

At Unispace, we believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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