Business Development Executive - French speaking

Our client, a Franco-British private organisation, is looking to recruit a French speaking (ideally) results-driven Business Development Executive to manage and grow a portfolio of member organisations while securing new partnerships. The Business Development Executive role is pivotal in driving revenue through renewals, upgrading membership tiers, acquiring new members, and establishing sponsorships and long-term commercial partnerships. With previous experience in consultancy or advisory firms, you will prioritise organisations operating within key strategic sectors, including Energy & Clean Growth, Defence, economic security and Technology & AI. The Business Consultant will engage with stakeholders across the full industry value chain including SME’s: from financing, engineering, and procurement to manufacturing, commissioning, and transportation. ROLE of the Business Consultant: Business Development: * Acquiring new members and clients aligned with the organisation’s strategic sector focus * Proactively identifying and pursuing partnership and sponsorship opportunities * Creating tailored commercial proposals (annual or multi-year) for prospects and existing members Account Management: * Managing a portfolio of existing members to ensure satisfaction and long-term retention * Securing timely renewals and identify opportunities to upgrade membership tiers * Building and maintaining strong, consultative relationships with senior decision-makers * Cross-functional Collaboration: * Working closely with the marketing and events teams to develop compelling offers and campaigns * Contributing to the development of sector-focused programming and strategic initiatives * Representing the organisation at networking events, roundtables, and forums to promote services and generate leads Reporting & Strategic Input: * Reporting regularly on key performance indicators (e.g. revenue, pipeline,...) * Providing strategic insights and feedback from the field to help shape business development initiatives PROFILE: * Fluency in both English and French with strong communication skills or at least a great interest for France * Min 3 years of experience as a Business Consultant, or Business Development Executive or Sales Executive, ideally within a consultancy or advisory firm * Proven ability to manage client relationships and consistently meet or exceed revenue targets * A balanced skill set combining account management and proactive new business development * Strong commercial awareness and ability to tailor value propositions to C-level audiences * Knowledge of or interest in sectors such as Energy, Defence, or Technology & AI is highly desirable * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills SALARY & BENEFITS: * Competitive fixed salary * Performance-based incentive directly tied to revenue generated * Private Pension scheme after 3 months * Private Medical Insurance after 6 months of service * 25 days per annum in addition to 3 days of holiday at Christmas