Business Development Specialist, NEU

South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create value from sustainability-related activities.

Our Sales & Business Development team works hand in hand with our clients to help them identify the right products and solutions to address their sustainability challenges. Whether they are corporate clients or public institutions, whether they are looking to offset their carbon emissions or to engage in a comprehensive sustainability journey, we have a solution that will generate a lasting impact and take them a step further in their social ambitions. If you are a smart, ambitious and dynamic sustainability professional with a strong passion to make a real difference in the fight against climate change, the below position may be right for you!

Job summary:

As a Business Development Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for potential customers. Your role will be to generate high-quality leads, build relationships, and set up meetings for our sales team. This is a key position that directly contributes to our company’s growth and success.

Main tasks & responsibilities:

• Identifying and researching new business opportunities through various lead generation methods.
• Prospecting outbound leads and qualifying inbound leads using phone, email, and social outreach.
• Joining meetings and working closely with the Account Managers to nurture relationships with prospective clients and converting them into qualified opportunities.
• Staying informed about industry trends, competitor offerings, and the latest developments in our product/service.

Requirements:

Essential -

• University degree in Sustainability and/or Business related discipline
• At least 1-2 years of work experience with a high preference for experience in sales and/or the climate field
• Track record in meeting and exceeding targets of any kind
• Results-driven and action-oriented with self-direction and sense of urgency
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, in English and German
• Advanced prioritisation and time management skills
• Genuine passion and alignment to the climate change industry

Desirable -

• Climate action and carbon projects knowledge
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced international environment
• Experience using Salesforce

What we offer:

At South Pole, we care about our employees as much as we care about the planet. South Pole is not just an employer, we are a Team. South Pole does not just offer people a job, we offer you a career. By joining our team, you will find strong purpose and deep meaning in everything you do. You will have the chance to make a real difference for our clients and for the planet, working alongside a passionate team of like-minded colleagues, while building your knowledge/skills and developing your career in a fun, dynamic, international and fast-growing organisation.

We’re a planet of 7.5 billion unique and different people. We all have a contribution to make; South Pole is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status or disability. Our recruitment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.