We are Stryber - the leading independent corporate venture and venture studio builder in Europe, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific 🚀

We build ventures and venture studios for renowned corporations and investment funds, helping them deliver substantial growth and drive shareholder value. Our team consists of 100+ exceptional venture builders from 30+ countries collaborating from Abu Dhabi, Singapore, London, Zurich, Munich, Kyiv and Valencia. We want to create impact and co-create startups from 0 to 1.

Over the last 7 years, we have developed a strategic, data-driven approach and a solid framework to build portfolios of businesses - optimised for speed and confidence level. This secret sauce makes us stand out from the competition. Now we have a variety of venture projects lined up in verticals such as Digital Assets, Sustainability, FinTech, ConsumerTech, HealthTech, EntertainmentTech, etc. Come and build the next unicorn with us 🦄.

To find out more about us, please visit our website at www.stryber.com.

Role overview:

As a Business Development Manager, you will play a critical role in identifying potential clients and generating insights to engage them effectively. You will be responsible for improving sales processes leveraging the latest AI tools, and developing industry-specific insights, and supporting client strategy work. You will collaborate with various internal teams, and external ecosystem partners to ensure a seamless experience for our clients.

What you will do:

• Constantly improve and execute business development processes, leveraging the latest AI tools and supporting systems to optimise efficiency and effectiveness
• Identifying and qualifying new leads, conducting outbound prospecting, and nurturing existing relationships
• Identify, engage, and establish partnerships with industry-specific organisations, thought leaders, influencers, and complementary businesses
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to generate industry-specific insights that can inform business development discussions and improve client engagement
• Support business development efforts by participating in discussions with prospective clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored innovation solutions to address their challenges
• Assist with business proposals, draft workshops materials, events
• Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support proposals

About you

• 2+ years experience in professional services environment i.e. Consulting; or in enterprise B2B services sales
• Bachelor's degree in Business
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to transform data into actionable insights and strategies (creating presentation and leveraging financial models)
• Ability to independently manage business development engagement and assist leadership with high-level inquiries and demands
• Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• High level of proactivity and flexibility working in a fast-paced environment, as well as a “getting-stuff-done” mentality
• Proficiency in CRM and sales development tools, knowledge of AI solutions is an advantage
• Excellence in maintaining absolute discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Fluency in English (additional languages is to your advantage)
• Willingness to travel to Europe / Africa if the need arises
• Full-time availability (part-time or freelance is not possible)
• You are preferably based in London

What you will get

• A global, dynamic work environment for top talent to grow
• Lots of responsibility from day one, including space for your own ideas and initiatives within Stryber
• Ability to disrupt and shape industries and work with industry leading organisations
• An incredible learning opportunity and path to become a member of our venture operations team
• Competitive compensation package
• Apple equipment (laptop and phone) for your daily work

Additional Information

For us, conscious business is a top priority. We are a carbon neutral company with a science-based environmental strategy.

In addition to that, Stryber is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations in which we operate. Stryber will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.