Principal Business Development (m/f/d)

Reporting directly to the CEO | Remote or Berlin

Your role

As Principal Business Development, you are spearheading our growth. In this position, you are not an administrator, but a top-class seller personality with Hunter DNA who leads complex B2B deals to success at C-level level. You act as an entrepreneurial partner for our new customers and report directly to our CEO in this strategically decisive role.

Your tasks

  • High-ticket closing: You are responsible for the entire sales cycle for deals with a volume of 100,000€ up to seven-digit annual sales.
  • C-level communication: You negotiate confidently with CEOs, CMOs and heads of digital, particularly in the e-commerce, finance, telecommunications and energy providers industries.
  • Strategic acquisition: You use our excellent database and brand recognition to specifically raise outbound potential and convert inbound leads.
  • Full-cycle management: From initial qualification to strategic pitch to final contract negotiation and closing, everything is in your hands.
  • Brand ambassador: You represent LEAP/ at top events, conferences and trade fairs in the digital industry.

Your profile

  • Track record: You have at least 5 years of experience in selling new customers and have a verifiable track record in closing high-ticket deals.
  • Industry know-how: You have a deep understanding of online marketing, SEO and conversion optimization.
  • Hunter DNA: You have a strong focus on closing and have a particular strength in the area of outbound.
  • Personality: You feel comfortable in an agile work environment that operates at high speed and, above all, remotely.
  • Language skills: You are fluent in German and English.

What you can expect from us

We offer you the ideal ecosystem to take your income to a new level. Your chances of maximum success are underpinned by the following factors:

  • Performance-based top compensation: We are looking for high performers who want to generate an income of 250,000€ and more through financial statements. Your commission is uncapped - anyone who overperforms earns with us without limits.
  • Social proof & references: Use our strong case studies and references from Fortune 500 companies and TOP 100 brands (see testimonials & Video insight).
  • Unique sales advantage: We are the only agency in the DACH region that works 100% based on success — a massive door opener and an advantage in every negotiation.
  • High-quality data: We offer you a perfectly functioning CRM and high data quality so that you can close without frictional losses.
  • Absolute freedom with full performance: As long as you are performing, you enjoy absolute freedom in terms of process, working methods and working hours. You work where you are most productive — whether it's 100% remote, from abroad or in our Berlin office.
  • Strong brand: LEAP/ has been established on the market since 2009 and has a razor-sharp profile in terms of target groups and USPs.
  • Strong team: You will be part of a team of over 100 people from 17 nations.

Do you have any questions? Your HR contact person is Annabelle.

Your specialist contact is thomas.

We are looking forward to your application!

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I want the job

What I particularly like about my work at LEAP/ is the daily contact with our diverse team. It is really fun to see how people with different backgrounds develop such solidarity.

Karren Kurrat
HR Manager People Development

Since working at LEAP/, I have gone through a very steep learning curve and have been able to develop significantly. Both professionally and personally. In addition, I particularly appreciate the flexibility of remote work and the benefits, such as sabbatical, which gives me the opportunity to work from other EU countries as well.

Pascal Stieh
Senior Growth Consultant

LEAP/ combines the positive qualities associated with agencies: team spirit, agility, an open discussion culture and varied projects. Always new tasks make for an exciting working life.

Philipp Pomplun
Conversion Designer

In over 7 years at LEAP/, I have particularly come to appreciate the open communication culture and opportunities for further development. For me, LEAP/ combines the positive aspects of an agency: team spirit, agility and exciting projects — the perfect environment for anyone who strives for progress and personal development.

Hendrik Schlosser
Senior Marketing Manager

I started out as an intern and was able to get involved and grow right away. The continuing education opportunities helped me to expand my professional knowledge and learn the German language quickly. My progression from intern to working student and now as team manager was an exciting challenge.

Amanda Bengtsson
Teamlead SEO

My work at LEAP/ is my personal dream job, which combines the freedom of remote work with a unique team spirit. Joint success and development are the order of the day here — and that motivates.

Dennis Lümmer
Senior Growth Consultant

LEAP/ brings together many different people who have one thing in common: the will to make a difference. The team spirit that exists here is clearly felt across all departments and it is extremely motivating to see how colleagues are constantly developing with us.

Tim Niemann
Head of Marketing