Business Development Manager

Overview

This opportunity is for a Business Development Manager in Ireland, working remotely for a partner company that handles the hiring process and all follow-up steps. The role sits within a growth-focused setting that helps innovative startups access funding through technology-led solutions.

You will work across business development, startup growth, and investment-related ecosystems. The job involves speaking directly with founders, explaining solutions that support their development, and building durable client relationships. It calls for a strategic sales approach, strong communication, and genuine interest in emerging technologies.

You will also partner with cross-functional teams to sharpen outreach methods, spot market opportunities, and contribute to overall business expansion in an international environment with exposure to global markets and diverse stakeholders.

What you will do

• Handle incoming leads from marketing efforts and arrange meetings with startup founders and prospective clients from different countries.
• Walk prospects through the platform’s solutions and clearly communicate the value they can bring.
• Develop trustworthy, long-lasting relationships with both prospects and current clients.
• Create and implement business development plans aimed at increasing revenue and supporting growth goals.
• Work alongside marketing teams to improve campaigns, positioning, and lead-generation performance.
• Study market conditions to uncover trends, fresh opportunities, and possible business challenges.
• Keep CRM data up to date, record sales activity accurately, and track client interactions across the sales journey.
• Assist clients during onboarding and help improve the overall customer experience.

What we are looking for

• A seasoned business development professional with a solid background in B2B sales, startups, and investment-oriented settings.
• At least 3 years of experience in business development, sales, or a similar leadership role, with a track record of driving growth.
• Exposure to startup ecosystems, investment banking, fundraising, or technology-led businesses is strongly preferred.
• Excellent negotiation, persuasion, and communication abilities, including the confidence to influence decision-makers.
• Proven capability in managing international B2B sales pipelines and client relationships.
• The ability to work independently while still coordinating effectively with distributed teams.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and commercial awareness.
• Interest in startups, innovation, technology, and fundraising ecosystems.
• Comfort working in a fast-moving, changing environment.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales enablement tools.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with an incentive-linked pay structure.
• Fully remote work with flexibility to plan your own schedule.
• Exposure to international clients and global startup ecosystems.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• The chance to contribute to an innovative, technology-driven environment that is shaping how business connections are built.

Application and hiring process

This posting notes that the partner company oversees applications and the next stages of the recruitment process. An AI-assisted matching flow is used to review applications quickly and fairly against the role’s main requirements, after which a shortlist is shared with the hiring company. Interviews, assessments, and the final hiring decision are managed internally by the employer.

Data privacy and AI use

By applying, you agree that Jobgether will process your personal data to assess your suitability and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. You can exercise rights such as access, correction, deletion, and objection at any time.

The hiring process may also use AI tools to help review applications, analyze resumes, assess responses, and flag possible inconsistencies or verification signals using the available information. These tools support the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final decisions are made by people. For more details about data processing, the applicant may contact the company.