Business Development Manager

Partnerships & Sales Executive - Deep Tech Sector Location: Berlin (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in office) Salary: €50,000-€70,000 base + uncapped commission (approx. 70/30 split) About the Company Our client is a fast-growing, well-funded business operating at the heart of the Deep Tech ecosystem, connecting startups, investors, and enterprise clients across Europe. Focused on accelerating innovation in machine learning, infrastructure, backend systems, and advanced technology, the company provides a platform of software-driven solutions and events that empower the next generation of deep tech leaders. Backed by prominent investors, the organisation is in a period of rapid expansion and aims to double in size over the next year. This is an exciting opportunity to join early, make a real impact, and grow quickly as part of the commercial team. The Role We're looking for a motivated Partnerships & Sales Executive to help drive new business, expand existing relationships, and build long-term partnerships across the deep tech space. You'll be selling a suite of software and event-based solutions to medium and large businesses, investors, and strategic partners. You'll report directly to the Sales Director and work closely with leadership to shape and scale partnership growth across Europe. Key Responsibilities: Identify, qualify, and engage new partnership opportunities within the deep tech and investment ecosystem Manage the full sales process from outreach to negotiation and onboarding Build and maintain long-term relationships with investors, startups, and corporate clients Expand and retain existing partnerships through consistent engagement and strategic account growth Represent the business at industry events and conferences to strengthen network presence Collaborate with internal teams to align sales initiatives with business goals What We're Looking For 1-3 years of experience in sales, partnerships, or business development (preferably in tech or related sectors) Proven ability to generate leads, close deals, and manage partner relationships Confident communicator with a consultative sales approach Strong interest in deep tech, machine learning, and emerging technologies Entrepreneurial mindset with the resilience and drive to succeed in a fast-paced startup environment Fluent English; additional European languages are a plus Why Join High-growth opportunity: Join a rapidly scaling, well-backed tech company with clear expansion goals Uncapped earning potential: Competitive base salary plus commission paid monthly Career progression: Clear path for advancement as the business grows Impact: Play a key role in building partnerships that shape Europe's deep tech landscape Collaborative culture: Work closely with experienced leaders in a forward-thinking environment If you're a driven sales professional with a passion for technology and partnerships - and you're ready to make an impact in one of Europe's most exciting growth sectors - we'd love to hear from you. We Are Aspire Ltd are a Commited employer