Business Development Manager - Interpreting Solutions

Acolad is the global leader in content and language solutions. Its mission is to support companies in every industry to scale across markets and enable growth through cutting-edge technology and localization expertise. Established in 1995, the group is present in 22 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, with over 1.600 employees supported by a network of +10.000 linguists around the world.

At Acolad, every position is key to our global growth: we know that we will only succeed if our people succeed.

Joining Acolad means a unique opportunity for professional development through a collaborative global environment that promotes talent and creativity. We are continuously looking for new talent (like you!) to support our mission to drive growth and innovation across some of the world’s leading brands.

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About The Role

Drives new business development from acquiring New Logo customers and/or leading business growth within an assigned portfolio of existing customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Targets end-to-end interpreting solutions for large events and meetings
• Discovers, evaluates, and pursues new business opportunities within target industries and customer groups.
• Identifies growth areas within existing assigned accounts.
• Screens potential business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, and financials.
• Identifies trendsetter ideas by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements.
• Develops negotiation strategies in line with customers’ needs and goals by evaluating ways to integrate new opportunities with company strategies and operations while evaluating potential risks.
• Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects and recommending solutions.
• Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; and integrating contract requirements with business operations.
• Builds market position by locating, developing, defining, and closing business relationships.
  
  

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of proven experience in the relevant service, solution, or industry.
  
  

Level of Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, Marketing, or an equivalent field.
  
  

Languages

• English
  
  

Job Specific Skills

• Able to identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Strong ability to reach effective, mutually beneficial agreements.
• Capable of organizing and prioritizing sales activities.
• Builds and maintains productive professional relationships.
• Understands customer requirements and matches appropriate solutions.
• Manages activities and coverage within assigned markets.
• Solid awareness of market trends and competitive landscape.
• Delivers clear and impactful presentations to various audiences.
  
  

Acolad is committed to creating a diverse and equitable workforce. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms—gender, age, disability, marital status, ethnic or social origin, religion, belief, or sexual orientation—enrich the workplace. It opens opportunities for individuals to express their talents, both individually and collectively, and strengthens our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their backgrounds.