Business Development Manager, EMEA (Paris or London) - Asset Impact

August 7

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The Global ESG Benchmark

sustainability • energy efficiency • benchmarking • real estate investments • REITs

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Description

• Co-develop and execute the business development plan for the EMEA region • Lead business development activities in your assigned territory, to meet and exceed set targets for growth • Increase Asset Impact’s customer base by identifying and managing a pipeline of prospects and sales opportunities • Partner with prospective and existing customers to understand their business needs and objectives, feeding these back to the Product pillar • Develop an in-depth knowledge of Asset Impact products, value propositions, market trends and competition • Work closely with colleagues on cross-territory opportunities and other internal teams on marketing materials, sales campaigns, and case studies as requested • Support the development of strategic accounts through presentations, demonstrations, and in-person meetings • Represent GRESB and Asset Impact at external events and conferences, and build productive relationships with industry associations

Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, engineering, economics, sustainable finance). Master’s degree is preferred • Minimum 8 years’ experience with a solid track record achieving sales targets within sustainability / ESG-related companies. Experience with and knowledge of climate data for the financial industry is a plus • Strong industry network in key countries of the EMEA region, and the ability to develop this further • Ability to understand complex and technical concepts, including data methodologies, to translate them into comprehensible presentations with a solution-oriented approach • Self-motivated and able to thrive in a results-oriented and mission-driven environment • Must be able to work independently and within a team. Affinity with start-up environments • Natural relationship builder with integrity, reliability and maturity. Customer-first mindset. • Proven ability to juggle multiple opportunity pursuits at a time, while maintaining sharp attention to detail • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Excellent organizational, commercial and interpersonal skills • Must possess the right to work in the chosen location • Fluency in English is mandatory. Fluency in French is preferred • Any other languages (e.g. Spanish, German, Italian) will be considered a plus

Benefits

• A dynamic international team of sustainable finance specialists, data scientists, and business experts passionate about the climate transition • A rapidly growing organization with a lot of opportunities to get hands-on experience, make your voice heard and help shape our future • The opportunity to develop your network by being involved with all types of sustainable finance stakeholders (banks, investment managers, technology companies and industry bodies) • Annual professional development budget of EUR 2.500 • Frequent team events including an annual company retreat