We are seeking a dynamic & goal-oriented Head of Business Development to lead and transform our sales and business development efforts. As a key member of our leadership team, you will play a critical role in driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships, and expanding our market presence.
The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong understanding of IT sales, Web3 technologies, and a proven track record of delivering results in fast-paced environments.
In this role, you will have the autonomy to shape and optimize the business development strategy, create a high-performing team, and drive the execution of sales initiatives. Your entrepreneurial mindset, strategic thinking, and collaborative approach will be pivotal in scaling our business and achieving sustainable growth.
Key Requirements:
- Experience: Minimum of 4+ years in IT sales, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Web3 Expertise: Understanding of blockchain technologies, trends, and industry dynamics.
- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and build high-performing teams.
- Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders and build lasting relationships.
- Strategic Mindset: Demonstrated ability to think critically, solve problems, and align strategies with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Client-Oriented Growth:
- Drive revenue increase by developing and executing business development strategies.
- Independently manage and close high-value deals with clients.
- Represent the company in global markets, building and nurturing relationships with strategic partners and clients.
- Identify new market opportunities, emerging trends, and potential revenue streams.
- Collaborate with various teams to work with leads/clients on different stages (Account Managers, Legal, Pre-sale team, etc).
Team Leadership and Collaboration:
- Lead the business development team with full accountability for performance, metrics, and processes.
- Oversee the full sales cycle, ensuring seamless execution from lead generation to deal closure.
- Collaborate closely with Marketing, AM, C-level and other departments to align strategies and optimize results.
- Improve and maintain systems for referral partnerships to expand the company’s network and drive growth.
- Monitor sales data & metrics (e.g., win/loss analysis, STA, CAC, ROI, RFP conversion rate, etc.), make data-drivem decisions and implement improvements for increased effectiveness.
Strategic Leadership:
- Actively participate in strategic planning and decision-making as part of the Business Team.
- Develop and refine internal rules, standards, and processes to drive continuous growth of BD Department and some of the revenue streams.
- Contribute to the development of long-term objectives and actionable plans that align with organizational goals.
- Act as a proactive leader, demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset and solution-oriented approach.
Key Competencies:
Efficient Leadership:
- Inspires, motivates, and holds the team accountable for results.
- Creates a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Inspires, motivates, and holds the team accountable for results.
- Creates a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Drive & Proactivity:
- Takes initiative and demonstrates a result-oriented mindset.
- Consistently seeks new opportunities for growth and improvement.
Strategic Thinking:
- Aligns business development efforts with long-term company goals.
- Anticipates market trends and prepares for future challenges.
Data-Driven Decision Making:
- Analyzes sales metrics to identify opportunities for improvement and make informed decisions.
- Promotes the use of data in developing and evaluating strategies.
Entrepreneurial Mindset:
- Encourages innovation and creative problem-solving.
- Proactively identifies and pursues growth opportunities.
Transparent Communication:
- Maintains open and honest communication within the team and across departments.
- Fosters a feedback culture to drive improvement and accountability.
Client-Centric Approach:
- Focuses on delivering value and building lasting client relationships.
- Demonstrates empathy and responsiveness to client needs.
Collaboration & Synergy:
- Facilitates effective cross-functional collaboration to align efforts and achieve common goals.
- Acts as a bridge between departments to ensure seamless communication and execution.
Solution Orientation:
- Tackles challenges with a positive, proactive mindset.
- Implements practical, effective solutions to drive results.
Maturity and Resilience:
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence and the ability to adapt to challenges.
- Maintains professionalism and focus under pressure.
We Offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Social package (24 working days of annual leave, 5 paid sick days)
- Flexible working hours
- Possibility to work remotely as fully as partially
- Challenging projects in diverse business domains and a variety of tech stacks
- Personal development and professional growth opportunities
- Work with talented, ambitious and family-feel teams
- Educational possibilities: corporate courses, knowledge hubs, and in-house English classes
- Compensation for your professional certification & support for your learning activities
- Opportunity to choose IT equipment you like
- Corporate social responsibility