Business Development Associate (London)

Get to know usIdeals is a global B2B SaaS product company recognized as the most highly rated and customer-centric brand in the secure business collaboration market. Trusted by over 2,000,000 users from 300,000 companies globally, we help people run high-stakes processes and make important decisions with less stress, higher quality, and shorter hours.Ideals Virtual Data Room (VDR): Secure document sharing and collaboration for due diligence, fundraising, corporate reporting, licensing, clinical trials, and other complex transactions.The roleTo support the expansion of the Ideals VDR in the UK, we’re growing our Key Accounts team by adding a Business Development Associate / Manager based in London. You’ll focus on high-value target accounts - building the kind of relationships that turn prospects into long-term customers.As a front-line, quota-carrying team member, you will actively reach out to new customers and oversee a pipeline of opportunities to close deals.

Engaging proactively with key decision-makers across Finance and Investment Banking sectors, you’ll accelerate our continuous revenue growth in the UK market.Tools we use: LinkedIn Sales Navigator, HubSpot, AmpleMarket, Aircall, Clay.Why Ideals?High trust from sales peers: Ideals ranks among the Top-5% of companies on RepVue, as rated by sales professionals. Great Place To Work® Certified in the UK (2026). You’ll join a team of 10+ Key Accounts teammates in London.Growth opportunity: Accelerate your growth with a bootstrapped SaaS that's scaled revenue 4x (5x more projected in the next 5 years) with our flagship VDR product.Proven track record: Be part of an established org with over 18 years in the VDR business, 30% + YoY revenue growth, powering 10%+ of global M&A activity.What you will doBuild relationships with key stakeholders and industry influencers throughout LondonDeliver sales targets by focusing on new customer acquisitionProactively build and manage a pipeline, working with Investment Banking accounts and constantly developing new opportunitiesActively contribute to the execution of the sales and marketing strategy for the UK regionTake part in arranging M&A Community events, enhancing Ideals' visibilityDeliver compelling product presentations to clientsStructure, negotiate, and close dealsConsistently share insights and provide updates to customersProvide relevant customer feedback to the product development and management teamsCollaborate with Customer Success and Commercial Sales to grow customer satisfaction and the company’s revenueWhat you bring1+ years of experience in a full 360 sales role - from origination to closing - within B2B or professional services sectorAbility to effectively engage with decision-makersA track record of successfully managing pipelines and closing dealsExceptional business communication skills to structure persuasive pitches and navigate client discoveryOur assessment processScreening call with the Talent Acquisition Specialist (30-45 mins)Hiring Manager interview (60 mins)Role Play with the Hiring Manager (60 mins)Competency-based interview with the Talent Acquisition Specialist (60 mins)What we offer We highly value our people, so we will empower you with all the resources and support to help you reach your full potential.For your best workRemote-first flexibility to shape your ideal workdayHome workplace budget Co-working expense coverageIndividual IT budget for extra equipmentTop-tier tech and AI-powered toolsFor your growthAccess to Ideals Academy with numerous coursesInvestment in external learning and development activitiesGuidance in Personal Development Plan creationProfessional literature and subscriptions coverageSupport of your passion as a speaker or writerInternal talent mobility opportunitiesFor your well-beingTailored Wellness Package for your physical and mental healthFunding for sports competitionsPaid health-related time-off25 business days of annual leaveNEST pension program contributionExtra perksBudget for meetups with your local teamGenerous internal referral programOur cultureCommitment, Excellence, Collaboration, Trust and Care are core values to the Ideals team.

For us, these are the principles that every Idealer lives and breathes. We are on the lookout for like-minded individuals who share our values. By doing so, we create a team where talents feel at ease and work to the best of their abilities.Discover more.Ideals is an equal opportunity employerIdeals is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles.

We embrace diversity and invite applications from people from all walks of life. We don’t discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, or citizenship.Find Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow