Interior Design

Senior Business Developer (f/m/n)

Stuttgart

We are identity architects.

As a worldwide leading studio in the disciplines of architecture, design and communication, this is what shapes the way we think and work. With passion for interdisciplinary concepts and implementations. With excellent references from all around the world. With 100 employees from 15 different nations. And with more than 200 international awards.

Our approach is analytical, conceptual, solution-oriented and formative. And always exciting, open-minded, curious and impassioned. All this helps us design unmistakable identities with relevance.

We are looking for a Senior Business Developer (f/m/n)

Do you love leading the field?
Are you keen to fully realize your creative identity?
Are you attracted by the concept of multidisciplinary freedom?
Do you wish to work in a vibrant, international environment?

Working in the field of interior architecture, product and communication design, our team creates buildings, interior spaces, products and communication strategies that are always part of a larger whole – and always unique.

As unique as your talent. So why not join our team?

Your tasks will include:
Business Development Support

  • Give active support to Managing Partners and Project Directors, in relationship with Business development.
  • Supporting Business Development with translations, follow ups, client visits, presentations together with the Management Team; flexibility to travel on demand
  • Direct communication with our clients
  • Spoken and written presentations, inspirational and convincing delivery, in both German and English
  • Prepare responses to RFQs/RFPs/RFIs
  • Contract drafting & negotiations; follow up on payment schedules
  • Assist in keeping a general overview of business-related inquiries
  • Lead market research projects (must research, be aware and report of competitive market conditions)
  • Prepare status updates. Maintain CRM and Project databases

What we expect from you:

  • Native or High negotiation-level English speaker is a must.
    • High level of German.
    • Background in architecture or interior design mandatory. Interest in marketing & research, business and/or communication.
    • 2-4 years’ experience in the field with existing business network / contacts in Germany (real estate / commercial property developers as well as private clients)
    • Good understanding of current architectural market trends, Worldwide in general and the German market in particular.
    • Ability to evaluate and seize potential business opportunities.
    • building new relationships with key people contacts in the architecture, real estate, and design sector, with a particular focus on growing our international markets
    • Your own statement approach to design and content.
    • Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office.
    • Open-minded, interdisciplinary thinking
    • Independent, reliable, structured work approach and excellent team skills
    • Enthusiasm for thinking up and bringing to life new concepts, as well as implementing them worldwide
    • Experimental
    • Able to put ideas into action
    • Ability to focus on what is most relevant

What we offer you:

  • Being part of a design studio that is in the top of its league internationally
  • International projects with diverse, multidisciplinary challenges
  • Teams in three global locations – Stuttgart, Berlin and Shanghai
  • A strong team spirit with a sense of solidarity and cohesion
  • An enthusiastic workplace that allows your talents to unfold
  • Dynamic development opportunities
  • Further training in specific subjects and soft skills – internally and externally
  • Visits to trade fairs and industry events
  • Promotion of self-reliance and professionalism towards clients and your team
  • Active participation in company development through jour fixes, workshops and team events
  • Overtime compensation and flexible vacation planning

Please direct your full email application to Daniel Cano, including:

  • Cover letter / Motivation
  • CV
  • Salary requirements
  • Earliest start date

in PDF format (max. 15 MB) to: jobs.stuttgart@ifgroup.org

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Senior Business Developer (f/m/n)
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Senior Business Developer (f/m/n)
Senior Business Developer (f/m/n)