Director, Business Development – Corporate Division

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential global organization in the language services sector, seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to join their Corporate Division in Paris. Our client is an industry leader helping international brands navigate global markets through comprehensive communication and technology solutions.

This is a strategic sales leadership role where you'll drive new business development, cultivate enterprise relationships, and shape client success across the full lifecycle of engagements. You'll work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with significant autonomy and growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Source and close new corporate clients through referrals, cold outreach, networking, tradeshows, and regional business organizations
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline from prospecting through contract execution
• Develop and execute sales plans to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets
• Conduct daily outreach campaigns including direct mail, digital marketing, and cold calling to qualified prospects
• Present solutions through one-on-one consultations, group presentations, and both virtual and in-person meetings
• Manage pricing negotiations and contractual discussions with enterprise stakeholders
• Set realistic client expectations while consulting on best practices for their specific requirements
• Maintain long-term strategic relationships by delivering exceptional service and demonstrating deep industry knowledge
• Travel domestically and internationally for client meetings and industry conferences

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 3 years of successful B2B sales experience, ideally in professional services or technology solutions
• Superior written and spoken communication skills in French (native or professional proficiency)
• Proven ability to articulate value propositions and competitive differentiation
• Strong relationship-building capabilities with C-level executives and procurement teams
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and maintain composure in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Track record of owning performance metrics and taking full accountability for results
• Service-oriented mindset with commitment to exceeding client expectations
• Financial acumen for pricing strategy and sound business decisions
• Collaborative team player comfortable working across diverse, multicultural teams
• Willingness to travel regularly for business development activities

How We Work with You

Get A Job.ai specializes in connecting exceptional sales talent with leading organizations across Europe. When you apply through our platform, a dedicated recruiter from our talent team will review your profile and conduct an initial screening conversation. We'll discuss your background, career goals, and fit for this role in detail.

If we move forward together, we will submit your candidacy directly to our client and coordinate all interview stages on your behalf. Please do not attempt to contact the employer directly—all communication should flow through Get A Job.ai to ensure a smooth, professional process.

Our recruiting team provides interview preparation, feedback after each stage, and negotiation support through offer acceptance.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process and are competitive with the Paris market for senior business development roles. The client offers a base salary plus performance-based commission structure.

Get A Job.ai is an equal opportunity recruiter. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. We encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and are happy to discuss any accommodations needed during the recruitment process.