Join a Global Cybersecurity Leader: Business Development Representative (German Speaking)
Are you a motivated graduate or early-career professional looking to break into the fast-paced world of cybersecurity? The organisation is a true market leader in the industry, employing over 4,000 people globally and protecting the world's most sensitive data and people.
The Opportunity
This is a career-defining role within an organisation that has been recognised as a category leader for 10 years running. The company has a proven track record of developing early-career talent, with a history of previous candidates progressing into Team Leader roles and winning regional "BDR of the Year" awards. Driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors, the organisation provides an environment rooted in innovation, accountability, and exceptional impact.
Your Benefits
Competitive Compensation: A basic salary of circa £35,000 - £45,000 + OTE.
Professional Development: A commitment to growth through leadership workshops, mentoring opportunities, and stretch project assignments to ensure you reach your potential.
Global Reach: Work for a firm with a California head office and a massive international presence across Europe, Asia, and the UAE.
Comprehensive Perks: Private healthcare, pension scheme, annual wellness days, and a flexible hybrid work environment.
The Role
As a Business Development Representative (BDR), you will be the engine of the sales team, engaging with nearly 90% of the Fortune 100. The role involves identifying, qualifying, and generating high-value opportunities while working in close alignment with regional sales and marketing teams. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the organisation's international presence and accelerate growth within the strategic DACH market.
Your Day-to-Day
Pipeline Generation: Manage lead follow-up SLAs and achieve activity KPIs through both inbound and outbound activities to over-achieve regional objectives.
Actionable Intelligence: Develop a deep understanding of assigned accounts to identify competition, active projects, and purchase intent.
Outreach Optimisation: Execute telephone-based campaigns and optimise localised outreach sequences in collaboration with the demand generation team.
Strategic Interlock: Actively participate in quarterly regional sales meetings with mid-market and enterprise teams to ensure sales and marketing alignment.
Programme Development: Develop and implement cross-sell, up-sell, and competitive take-out BDR programmes to expand the organisation's footprint.
Who is the Organisation Looking For?
The company seeks energetic, competitive individuals who thrive in goal-driven, fast-paced environments.
Language Skills: Native or business-fluent German and English are required to manage the assigned territory.
Education: Ideally degree-level.
Communication: Strong interpersonal and phone-based communication skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Technical Aptitude: Experience with, or a strong motivation to master, CRM (Salesforce) and email automation (Outreach) platforms.
Mindset: A highly motivated individual with the resilience and adaptability to thrive in a shifting market.
Compliance: Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check.
Ready to start your career in cybersecurity? Apply today to join a team that is singularly devoted to protecting what matters most.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Pareto values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
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