Business Development Associate (London)

Overview

As a Business Development Manager in London, you drive UK growth for Ideals VDR by proactively sourcing new customers and managing a healthy pipeline. You will engage with C-suite and key decision-makers to accelerate revenue, collaborate with sales and marketing on regional strategy, and contribute to events that raise Ideals’ visibility. You’ll present compelling solutions and close deals, helping customers navigate complex, high-stakes transactions. This role offers a chance to shape growth in a fast-paced, customer-centric company.

Pay / Benefits

• Remote-first flexibility
• Home workplace budget
• Co-working expense coverage
• Individual IT budget
• Top-tier tech and AI-powered tools
• 25 days of paid time off

Responsibilities

• Proactively prospect new customers and build a robust sales pipeline in London
• Deliver and exceed new customer acquisition targets
• Engage with C-suite executives and key stakeholders across Finance, Banking, and related sectors
• Structure, negotiate, and close deals with strategic accounts
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to execute regionalGo-to-Market strategies
• Represent Ideals at M&A Community events to increase visibility
• Provide product feedback to teams to inform development
• Coordinate with Customer Success and Inside Sales to grow revenue and satisfaction
• Share insights with customers throughout the sales process

Key requirements

• 3+ years of full 360-degree B2B or professional services sales experience
• Proven track record of pipeline management and deal closure
• Ability to engage effectively with C-level decision-makers
• Strong business communication and persuasive pitch development

• Excellent communication
• Relationship-building
• Negotiation and strategic thinking
• LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• HubSpot
• AmpleMarket

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